Senate passes budget plan for ICE and Border Patrol in bid to reopen Homeland Security Department
The Senate voted to adopt a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol over Democratic objections. Congress – Federal News Network
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‘A better group of people’: A year after deep staffing cuts, HHS on track to grow its workforce
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said the department’s new hires are more aligned with the Trump administration’s priorities. Congress – Federal News Network
Read More...Most DoD joint bases stumbling on facility sustainment, raising flags for readiness and accountability
“We hear a lot of talk about DoD willing to accept risk. But really understanding what those risks are and doing that analysis is important,” said Alissa Czyz. Congress – Federal News Network
Read More...Air Force limits civilian job training program for transitioning service members
The service said the changes are intended to ensure the program’s long-term success while “balancing the need for units to maintain operational readiness.” Congress – Federal News Network
Read More...White House seeks $17.5 billion for Golden Dome, but most funding hinges on reconciliation
“The president has sold Golden Dome as an impenetrable shield against all missile threats. But the budget explicitly contradicts this vision,” Gabe Murphy said. Congress – Federal News Network
Read More...White House seeks 10% cut to non-defense discretionary spending
President Donald Trump’s fiscal 2027 budget request to Congress would reduce discretionary spending for all but five agencies. Congress – Federal News Network
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