Defense Dept. Schools Pause Pride Clubs and Remove BooksDefense Department schools have paused several student clubs and events in response to federal orders regarding gender identity and diversity.
Trump's Attack on Agencies' Independence Aims to Spark Legal Fight, Experts SayTrump's executive order seeks to increase presidential control over independent regulatory agencies.
Haskell Indian Nations U lays off probationary workersHaskell Indian Nations University laid off nearly 30% of its staff due to federal directives, amplifying existing challenges of leadership and support.
Democratic Lawmakers Denied Entry to the Department of EducationDemocratic lawmakers were denied entry to the Department of Education, highlighting tensions over congressional oversight and federal agency access.
Senate Democrats call for DOGE to halt until details are providedSenate Democrats request a pause on Elon Musk's federal agency activities due to concerns over legality and oversight.
Elon Musk's Henchmen Feeding Sensitive Government Data Into AIElon Musk's team is using AI to preprocess sensitive government data, raising concerns about privacy and security.
Senate Democrats call for DOGE to halt until details are providedSenate Democrats request a pause on Elon Musk's federal agency activities due to concerns over legality and oversight.
Elon Musk's Henchmen Feeding Sensitive Government Data Into AIElon Musk's team is using AI to preprocess sensitive government data, raising concerns about privacy and security.
Trump's Friday Night Massacre' Probably Legal, Says Law Prof But His Power to Replace Fired IGs Is LimitedTrump's dismissal of inspectors general threatens independent oversight and raises concerns about politicization in federal agencies.
Trump's Firings Could Bring Court Cases That Expand His PowerTrump's recent firings of officials may set legal precedents to expand presidential power.
Trump's Friday Night Massacre' Probably Legal, Says Law Prof But His Power to Replace Fired IGs Is LimitedTrump's dismissal of inspectors general threatens independent oversight and raises concerns about politicization in federal agencies.
Trump's Firings Could Bring Court Cases That Expand His PowerTrump's recent firings of officials may set legal precedents to expand presidential power.
Trump Uses Mass Firing to Remove Independent Inspectors General at Various AgenciesThe Trump administration removed around 17 independent inspectors general, raising concerns over accountability and adherence to federal oversight laws.
Trump Purges 17 Inspectors General: Live UpdatesThe White House purged 17 inspectors general, likely violating federal law, raising concerns over accountability in federal oversight.
Fox Anchor Asks If Trump Will Only Obey Laws He Wants To Not Others' After Brutal Firing SpreeTrump's recent purge of inspectors general raises concerns about selective adherence to laws and presidential power.
Trump Uses Mass Firing to Remove Independent Inspectors General at Various AgenciesThe Trump administration removed around 17 independent inspectors general, raising concerns over accountability and adherence to federal oversight laws.
Trump Purges 17 Inspectors General: Live UpdatesThe White House purged 17 inspectors general, likely violating federal law, raising concerns over accountability in federal oversight.
Fox Anchor Asks If Trump Will Only Obey Laws He Wants To Not Others' After Brutal Firing SpreeTrump's recent purge of inspectors general raises concerns about selective adherence to laws and presidential power.
Scandal-Plagued Antioch PD Gets Yet Another New Acting Police Chief, Plus Federal OversightThe Antioch Police Department is experiencing severe instability with frequent changes in leadership amidst significant scandals and investigations.
Former Antioch interim chief brought on as consultant for troubled police departmentBrian Addington will consult for the Antioch Police to improve efficiency and compliance following federal oversight requirements.
Scandal-Plagued Antioch PD Gets Yet Another New Acting Police Chief, Plus Federal OversightThe Antioch Police Department is experiencing severe instability with frequent changes in leadership amidst significant scandals and investigations.
Former Antioch interim chief brought on as consultant for troubled police departmentBrian Addington will consult for the Antioch Police to improve efficiency and compliance following federal oversight requirements.
Unprecedented class-action settlement reached in FCI Dublin women's prison lawsuit alleging years of abuse and retaliation by guardsHistoric settlement reached for inmates from FCI Dublin addresses sexual abuse and mandates federal oversight.
NYC found in contempt over 'grave' conditions at Rikers Island - with fed takeover increasingly likelyNew York City found in contempt for failing to improve grave conditions at Rikers Island; federal takeover increasingly likely.
Advocates renew call for Rikers Island closure as judge's decision on possible federal takeover looms | amNewYorkAdvocates demand closure of Rikers Island amid deteriorating conditions and federal scrutiny over its management.
The Rikers Mess: Will Federal Oversight Fix It?The city is now under federal scrutiny after being found in contempt for managing its jails inadequately, particularly Rikers Island.
Judge Demands a Plan for a Possible Federal Takeover of RikersFederal judge orders New York City's Department of Correction to propose a plan for an outside authority to address persistent violence in jails.
What to Know About a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers IslandNew York City risks losing control over its jails as federal judge cites failure to improve Rikers Island conditions, possibly leading to receivership.
Rikers Island detainee dies after apparent medical episode, marks fifth death in jails this year | amNewYorkA Rikers Island detainee's death is the fifth in city jails this year, prompting federal considerations for intervention in jail operations.
NYC found in contempt over 'grave' conditions at Rikers Island - with fed takeover increasingly likelyNew York City found in contempt for failing to improve grave conditions at Rikers Island; federal takeover increasingly likely.
Advocates renew call for Rikers Island closure as judge's decision on possible federal takeover looms | amNewYorkAdvocates demand closure of Rikers Island amid deteriorating conditions and federal scrutiny over its management.
The Rikers Mess: Will Federal Oversight Fix It?The city is now under federal scrutiny after being found in contempt for managing its jails inadequately, particularly Rikers Island.
Judge Demands a Plan for a Possible Federal Takeover of RikersFederal judge orders New York City's Department of Correction to propose a plan for an outside authority to address persistent violence in jails.
What to Know About a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers IslandNew York City risks losing control over its jails as federal judge cites failure to improve Rikers Island conditions, possibly leading to receivership.
Rikers Island detainee dies after apparent medical episode, marks fifth death in jails this year | amNewYorkA Rikers Island detainee's death is the fifth in city jails this year, prompting federal considerations for intervention in jail operations.
NYCHA's New Federal Monitor Issues Mixed Reviews for Performance Over the Past 5 YearsDespite improvements, significant setbacks in NYCHA's maintenance operations persist, especially regarding mold, leaks, and lead remediation.The new monitoring report underscores ongoing compliance issues within the New York City Housing Authority.
What Does NYCHA's Federal Monitor Do, Anyway?NYCHA is under federal oversight with Jenner and Block as co-monitors, focusing on improving housing conditions for tenants.The introduction of federal monitors aims to ensure accountability in NYCHA's housing management and repair processes.
NYCHA's New Federal Monitor Issues Mixed Reviews for Performance Over the Past 5 YearsDespite improvements, significant setbacks in NYCHA's maintenance operations persist, especially regarding mold, leaks, and lead remediation.The new monitoring report underscores ongoing compliance issues within the New York City Housing Authority.
What Does NYCHA's Federal Monitor Do, Anyway?NYCHA is under federal oversight with Jenner and Block as co-monitors, focusing on improving housing conditions for tenants.The introduction of federal monitors aims to ensure accountability in NYCHA's housing management and repair processes.
Florida and Texas say they won't let DOJ monitors into polling places to perform decades-long practice of watching for violationsRepublican-led states are blocking federal election monitors from polling places, challenging a long-standing practice of federal oversight to protect voting rights.
FBI unveils 'command post' for voter complaints, security during presidential electionThe FBI is establishing an election command post to enhance voter security in South Florida.
After major police endorsement, Rep. Gallego faces backlash from progressive groupsGallego's stance against federal oversight of Phoenix police has alienated progressive supporters after previously winning police endorsements.
FBI unveils 'command post' for voter complaints, security during presidential electionThe FBI is establishing an election command post to enhance voter security in South Florida.
After major police endorsement, Rep. Gallego faces backlash from progressive groupsGallego's stance against federal oversight of Phoenix police has alienated progressive supporters after previously winning police endorsements.
DOJ watchdog: federal prison not doing enough to prevent inmate suicidesLewisburg federal prison is failing to mitigate inmate suicide risks, contrary to BOP standards and oversight reports.
Oakland police leadership failures require 'paradigm changes' for federal oversight, judge saysThe Oakland Police Department is struggling with accountability, leading to federal oversight complications and jeopardizing its reform progress.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local controlOakland police department faces potential federal receivership amidst ongoing investigations and discipline for top personnel relating to a high-profile case.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local controlOakland Police Department may face extended federal oversight due to failures in internal investigations and potential push for federal receivership.
Oakland police leadership failures require 'paradigm changes' for federal oversight, judge saysThe Oakland Police Department is struggling with accountability, leading to federal oversight complications and jeopardizing its reform progress.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local controlOakland police department faces potential federal receivership amidst ongoing investigations and discipline for top personnel relating to a high-profile case.
Oakland police detective's felony bribery scandal further threatens department's local controlOakland Police Department may face extended federal oversight due to failures in internal investigations and potential push for federal receivership.
A train worker's death could have been prevented with a simple $350 investment, colleague allegesImplementing two-person crews in rail yards could significantly enhance safety and prevent accidents involving remote-controlled locomotives.
AI News Roundup - AI-powered cheating in higher education, brain stimulation treatments, foreign interference, and moreAI industry leaders are reacting to California's proposed AI regulations, with opposing views on the appropriate level of oversight.
Where Kamala Harris Stands on the Issues: Abortion, Immigration and MoreKamala Harris's strong support for national abortion rights and her history of advocating for federal oversight on state-level restrictions.
Miami will consider this City Hall veteran to be the next municipal attorneyMiami's next city attorney, George Wysong, has a 30-year career in the local government, including overseeing the Miami Police Department during a federal oversight period.
CUNY settles federal complaints alleging antisemitism, Islamophobia: 'Step in the right direction'CUNY settles discrimination complaints, focusing on anti-Jewish sentiments, promising more aggressive measures against bigotry.
Downplaying AI's existential risks is a fatal error, some sayLawmakers aim to regulate generative AI for potential threats to humans.