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US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

US plans to close European consulates and cut state department workforce

The US State Department plans to reduce its diplomatic footprint in Western Europe amidst significant workforce cutbacks.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Draft Order Would Drastically Overhaul U.S. State Department

The draft White House executive order aims to drastically restructure the State Department by eliminating Africa operations and key offices.
The changes include potential layoffs of foreign service officers and a shift to using artificial intelligence for operations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Big Changes at the U.S. State Department

The Trump administration's changes in foreign policy are unsettling veteran diplomats at the State Department.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Critics Call Rubio's Overhaul Plan a Blow to U.S. Values

Marco Rubio's restructuring plan will significantly reduce the State Department's focus on human rights and democracy, merging key offices into other departments.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

US plans to close European consulates and cut state department workforce

The US State Department plans to reduce its diplomatic footprint in Western Europe amidst significant workforce cutbacks.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Draft Order Would Drastically Overhaul U.S. State Department

The draft White House executive order aims to drastically restructure the State Department by eliminating Africa operations and key offices.
The changes include potential layoffs of foreign service officers and a shift to using artificial intelligence for operations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Big Changes at the U.S. State Department

The Trump administration's changes in foreign policy are unsettling veteran diplomats at the State Department.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Critics Call Rubio's Overhaul Plan a Blow to U.S. Values

Marco Rubio's restructuring plan will significantly reduce the State Department's focus on human rights and democracy, merging key offices into other departments.
#government-reorganization
#reorganization
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

State Dept. cuts poised to be more severe than previously outlined with 3,400 employees on the chopping block

State Department job cuts will affect approximately 3,400 employees, significant beyond initial estimates.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump administration seeks Congress approval for USAID reorganisation

The Trump administration plans to absorb USAID's functions into the State Department, leading to significant reorganization of U.S. foreign assistance programs.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

State Dept. cuts poised to be more severe than previously outlined with 3,400 employees on the chopping block

State Department job cuts will affect approximately 3,400 employees, significant beyond initial estimates.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump administration seeks Congress approval for USAID reorganisation

The Trump administration plans to absorb USAID's functions into the State Department, leading to significant reorganization of U.S. foreign assistance programs.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Marco Rubio and Elon Musk Had Knock-Down, Drag-Out Fight on Thursday and Trump Sided With Rubio

Elon Musk and Marco Rubio had a heated confrontation during a Cabinet meeting, with President Trump stepping in to support Rubio.
US news
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Trump Administration is Trying to Change the Historical Definition of Human Rights

The Trump Administration is revising human rights reports, omitting key information on various rights issues.
The Country Reports play a vital role in influencing U.S. foreign aid and promoting human rights monitoring.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump draft order calls for drastic restructure of state department

The Trump administration is proposing a radical restructuring of the State Department, affecting key diplomatic operations and signaling a shift from multilateral engagement.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Just Heard This from You': State Department Spokeswoman Learns of Major Cabinet Shake-Up From Reporters

Mike Waltz is appointed as U.S. Ambassador to the UN, while Marco Rubio becomes acting National Security Adviser.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

USAID terminates nearly all its remaining employees

Trump administration plans to terminate nearly all USAID employees.
The agency's functions are being transferred to the State Department.
Staff can choose to remain active or take voluntary leave.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Memo Proposes Cutting State Department Funding by Nearly Half

The Trump administration may cut nearly 50% of State Department funding, affecting international programs severely.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Marco Rubio and Elon Musk Had Knock-Down, Drag-Out Fight on Thursday and Trump Sided With Rubio

Elon Musk and Marco Rubio had a heated confrontation during a Cabinet meeting, with President Trump stepping in to support Rubio.
US news
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Trump Administration is Trying to Change the Historical Definition of Human Rights

The Trump Administration is revising human rights reports, omitting key information on various rights issues.
The Country Reports play a vital role in influencing U.S. foreign aid and promoting human rights monitoring.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump draft order calls for drastic restructure of state department

The Trump administration is proposing a radical restructuring of the State Department, affecting key diplomatic operations and signaling a shift from multilateral engagement.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Just Heard This from You': State Department Spokeswoman Learns of Major Cabinet Shake-Up From Reporters

Mike Waltz is appointed as U.S. Ambassador to the UN, while Marco Rubio becomes acting National Security Adviser.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

USAID terminates nearly all its remaining employees

Trump administration plans to terminate nearly all USAID employees.
The agency's functions are being transferred to the State Department.
Staff can choose to remain active or take voluntary leave.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Memo Proposes Cutting State Department Funding by Nearly Half

The Trump administration may cut nearly 50% of State Department funding, affecting international programs severely.
#bureaucracy
#cybersecurity
fromFortune
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

State Department warns diplomats of AI impostor posing as Marco Rubio

fromFortune
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

State Department warns diplomats of AI impostor posing as Marco Rubio

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

State Dept. Spox Serves Up an Utterly Confounding Word Salad Responding to Question on Trump and Russia-Ukraine

Our commitment hasn't changed. The nature of how we're able to make a commitment going to be based on what is best for America first. It is the president's point of view, his guiding hand, about the nature of what needs to occur.
US politics
#political-controversy
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

State Dept. further prepares for mass layoffs even as court block remains

The American Foreign Service Association denounced the changes and said they were particularly troubling, highlighting the potential impact on the effectiveness of U.S. diplomacy.
SF politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

US resumes student visas, demands social media access DW 06/18/2025

The United States will resume processing visa applications for foreign students but requires social media accounts for review, aimed at ensuring comprehensive vetting.
US news
#transgender-rights
NYC LGBT
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Trans Travelers' Passports Are in Limbo as Lawsuits Against Trump's Order Play Out

Transgender individuals face challenges updating passport gender markers due to an executive order affecting State Department policies.
Many are left uncertain about the status of their applications amidst changing regulations.
NYC LGBT
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Trans Travelers' Passports Are in Limbo as Lawsuits Against Trump's Order Play Out

Transgender individuals face challenges updating passport gender markers due to an executive order affecting State Department policies.
Many are left uncertain about the status of their applications amidst changing regulations.
#donald-trump
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Marco Rubio had trouble sipping water but now has no problem drinking the Kool-Aid

Marco Rubio has shifted from a likable politician to a loyal enforcer of Donald Trump, losing respect in the process.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Marco Rubio had trouble sipping water but now has no problem drinking the Kool-Aid

Marco Rubio has shifted from a likable politician to a loyal enforcer of Donald Trump, losing respect in the process.
#political-interference
#diplomacy
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Here's where the State Department is planning its layoffs and changes

The State Department plans significant structural reductions to streamline operations, impacting over 3,400 employees and consolidating more than 300 offices.
#travel-advisory
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Former State Department analyst pleads guilty to embezzling more than $650K

A former State Department analyst embezzled over $650,000, abusing her authority to write checks to herself and others.
#darren-beattie
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Marco Rubio announces cancellation of most USAid programs live

USAID cancels 83% of its programs, reallocating funds to State Department.
Darren Beattie, acting under secretary, has a controversial past and has insulted Rubio.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Marco Rubio announces cancellation of most USAid programs live

USAID cancels 83% of its programs, reallocating funds to State Department.
Darren Beattie, acting under secretary, has a controversial past and has insulted Rubio.
#us-government
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Duke star Khaman Maluach could be deported under new Trump policy - after losing Final Four heartbreaker

South Sudanese visa holders, including Duke's Khaman Maluach, may face deportation due to new regulations by the State Department.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Hunter Biden got Obama State Department to help Burisma subsidy, new bombshell letter shows: 'See where our interests may overlap'

Hunter Biden received State Department assistance for Burisma from the Obama administration, underlines his political connections.
#national-security
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

State Dept. Plans to Close Diplomatic Missions and Fire Employees Overseas

U.S. State Department plans to close consulates could weaken global influence and national security.
US news
fromeuronews
4 months ago

US considering travel ban on 11 countries, New York Times reports

Trump administration considers banning travel from 11 countries, including Afghanistan and North Korea.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

State Dept. Plans to Close Diplomatic Missions and Fire Employees Overseas

U.S. State Department plans to close consulates could weaken global influence and national security.
US news
fromeuronews
4 months ago

US considering travel ban on 11 countries, New York Times reports

Trump administration considers banning travel from 11 countries, including Afghanistan and North Korea.
#elon-musk
Cars
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A new document undercuts Trump admin's denials about $400 million Tesla deal

The State Department's plan to award Tesla a $400 million contract for armored vehicles has been put on hold, raising questions of intention.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

Reports Surface of Spat Between Marco Rubio and Elon Musk

Elon Musk's governance style faces pushback from White House officials, indicating a potential end to his unchecked influence over the executive branch.
Cars
fromFuturism
4 months ago

There's Something Very Sketchy Going on With the Government Trying to Buy $400 Million in Armored Teslas

Concerns over potential conflict of interest arise from planned $400 million spending on armored electric vehicles linked to Elon Musk.
Cars
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A new document undercuts Trump admin's denials about $400 million Tesla deal

The State Department's plan to award Tesla a $400 million contract for armored vehicles has been put on hold, raising questions of intention.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

Reports Surface of Spat Between Marco Rubio and Elon Musk

Elon Musk's governance style faces pushback from White House officials, indicating a potential end to his unchecked influence over the executive branch.
Cars
fromFuturism
4 months ago

There's Something Very Sketchy Going on With the Government Trying to Buy $400 Million in Armored Teslas

Concerns over potential conflict of interest arise from planned $400 million spending on armored electric vehicles linked to Elon Musk.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Study Abroad Funding Is Paused, Leaving Some Students Stranded

Funding pause on international grants affects thousands of students' study-abroad experiences and financial stability.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

US drops wording saying it does not support Taiwan independence

The US State Department updated Taiwan's webpage, omitting the phrase denying support for Taiwan independence, signaling a shift in diplomatic language.
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