Gov. Gavin Newsom is traveling to Washington to advocate for California programs on the environment and disaster funding ahead of Trump’s departure. He is seeking EPA approval for clean-air rules that could prevent 11,000 premature deaths and $100 billion in health benefits, as well as pushing for Medicaid funding for homeless programs and wildfire relief. Trump has threatened to withhold disaster funding if California does not comply with his policies.
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Trump Orders Gutting of 7 Agencies, Including Voice of America’s Parent
Mr. Abramowitz praised Voice of America's 80-year history of promoting freedom and democracy globally, while President Trump criticized its editorial decisions and appointed a loyalist to the agency. Trump also targeted other agencies, including the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, requiring them to submit plans to comply with his orders. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has been cutting staff and programs to reshape the federal government,...
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