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Trump Administration Plans to Move Forest Service HQ to Utah
Closure of research facilities in 31 states part of reorganization effort

Pressure Mounts to Recall Congress During Partial Shutdown
Celebrity news site TMZ joins former president Trump in calls for lawmakers to return to work.
Trump Pushes Ahead with White House Bunker Despite Ballroom Setback
Federal judge blocks President's plans to build new ballroom, but underground shelter construction continues.
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Apr. 1, 2026
Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks Trump's Defunding of PBS, NPR
The ruling preserves federal funding for public media despite the former president's executive order.
Mar. 31, 2026
U.S. Exempts Gulf Drillers from Endangered Species Protections
Controversial federal panel grants oil and gas industry exemption from key environmental law
Mar. 31, 2026
Trump Pardon Spree Unleashes Mayhem, Sparking Outrage
New York Times editorial board condemns Trump's self-serving pardons of Jan. 6 rioters who have since committed more crimes.
Mar. 31, 2026
TMZ Tracks US Lawmakers Vacationing During Government Shutdown
Celebrity tabloid exposes lawmakers' leisure activities as federal workers go unpaid
Mar. 31, 2026
White House Dismisses Growing Impeachment Petition as 'Minuscule'
Nearly 200,000 people have signed the Change.org petition calling for Trump's impeachment, but the administration says the numbers are insignificant.
Mar. 31, 2026
Fired FBI agents sue Patel, Bondi for 'retribution campaign'
The lawsuit alleges the FBI and DOJ violated the agents' constitutional rights.
Mar. 31, 2026
The View' Star Roasts FBI Director Kash Patel After Embarrassing Hack
Comedian Whitney Cummings mocked the FBI chief's lack of digital security after his private messages and photos were leaked by an Iran-linked hacking group.
Mar. 31, 2026
TSA Staffing Improves as Congress Debates Reforms
Longer security lines ease as agents return to work, but legislative solutions remain elusive.
Mar. 31, 2026
Trump Aims to Leave His Mark on Ballroom, Library, Airport
Former president discusses plans for new projects during Air Force One interview
Mar. 31, 2026
News Agency Pulls Viral Karoline Leavitt Image
The White House press secretary complained the photo was 'unflattering', but the agency said it didn't meet editorial standards.
Mar. 31, 2026
Federal Judge Blocks Trump's White House Ballroom Construction
President must seek congressional approval before moving forward, judge rules.
Mar. 31, 2026
Federal judge halts Trump's $400M White House ballroom project
Construction on the president's controversial renovation plan has been paused until Congress approves the project.
Mar. 31, 2026
GOP Gridlock Leaves DHS Funding in Limbo
Partisan divide stalls resolution as spring break crowds flock to Disney World
Mar. 31, 2026
Trump Aims to Leave His Mark on Iconic Locations
The former president seeks to cement his legacy through real estate projects in D.C.
Mar. 31, 2026
Federal judge orders Trump pause construction on White House ballroom
The judge said work on the $400 million project must halt pending congressional authorization.
Mar. 31, 2026
White House Urges Quick Senate Confirmation for Surgeon General Nominee
The Biden administration is pushing for a swift vote on Dr. Casey Means, a controversial pick with no active medical license.
Mar. 31, 2026
Ethics Watchdog Calls for Transparency in White House Ballroom Decisions
Upcoming vote on Trump's plans for White House expansion raises concerns over lack of public input.
Mar. 31, 2026
White House Urges Congress to Suspend Recess, Fund DHS
President Trump calls on lawmakers to return to D.C. and address TSA staffing issues during government shutdown.
Mar. 30, 2026
Sen. Jim Justice Brings Farming Experience to Senate
The West Virginia Republican serves on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Mar. 30, 2026
Senate GOP Accused of Failing to Expose Democrats on DHS Funding
Rep. John Rose criticizes Senate Republicans for not challenging Democrats on DHS budget bill that excluded many workers