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DOGE's Controversial Approach to US Budget Cuts

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, initiated budget cuts by targeting the US Agency for International Development (USAID), resulting in staff firings and program cuts, while largely avoiding larger, politically sensitive programs like Social Security and Medicare.

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Trump Administration Cuts $15 Million in DEI Grants from Libraries and Museums

The Trump administration cut $15 million in DEI grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), impacting libraries in California, Washington, and Connecticut, plus a D.C. non-profit and Queens College, aligning with President Trump's executive orders and the Department of Governmen...

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DOGE Plans Major Cuts to Homeland Security, Raising National Security Concerns

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is planning major cuts to the Department of Homeland Security, potentially impacting agencies like the Secret Service and FEMA, with negotiations ongoing between DOGE, the White House, and DHS leadership. Secretary Noem is leading the effort, but key d...

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IRS to Lay Off Up to 20,000 Employees

The IRS plans to lay off up to 20,000 employees (25% of its workforce), beginning with a 75% reduction in the Office of Civil Rights and Compliance, as part of the Trump administration's effort to shrink the federal bureaucracy under Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

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Widespread US Protests Target Trump and Musk's Policies

On April 5th, thousands protested in the US and internationally against Donald Trump and Elon Musk's policies, citing budget cuts, government layoffs, and a perceived "power grab", with significant participation from retirees and young people.

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DOGE: 280,000 Federal Employees Dismissed Amidst Disputed Savings and Political Controversy

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has dismissed over 280,000 federal employees in two months, aiming for $1 trillion in savings, but facing accusations of inflated figures and politically motivated decisions, with Musk's departure anticipated.

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Berlin's "Erzählzeit" Storytelling Program Faces Funding Cuts

Berlin's "Erzählzeit," a 17-year-old storytelling program for children funded with €193,000 annually, faces complete funding cuts from Berlin's Senate Department for Education, Youth and Family, effective April 1st, 2025, despite being part of a successful collaboration with the Zentral- und Landesb...

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Coalition abandons plan to cut public sector jobs and end flexible work

Facing political backlash, the Australian Coalition party reversed its policy to end flexible work arrangements for public servants and reduce the public service workforce by 41,000, abandoning plans to achieve $7 billion in annual savings through forced redundancies.

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Trump Administration Cuts Funding to Institute of Museum and Library Services, Jeopardizing Libraries Nationwide

The Trump administration terminated the Institute of Museum and Library Services's grant funding, immediately impacting three states' library systems and jeopardizing over $160 million in annual funding for libraries nationwide.

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Proposed MSHA Office Closures Raise Mine Safety Concerns

The Department of Government Efficiency plans to close 34 Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) offices nationwide, impacting 19 states and potentially reducing mine safety oversight, despite a recent rise in coal mining jobs; the projected savings are $18 million.

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Senate Passes Budget Framework for Trump Agenda, House Differences Remain

The Senate passed a budget resolution framework early Saturday, aiming to enact parts of President Trump's agenda, including tax cuts and border security, via the reconciliation process; however, discrepancies between the House and Senate versions, particularly regarding spending cuts, need to be re...

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Dutch Government Plans to Abolish NTR Public Broadcaster

Dutch Minister Bruins plans to eliminate the NTR public broadcaster by 2029, prompting outrage from NTR director Lucas Goes and concerns about the loss of popular children's programs and unbiased news.

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