The stopgap measure the G.O.P. is pushing to avert a government shutdown omits billions of dollars in member-requested projects, another way in which Congress has ceded its power on federal spending. Source: Original News
By cutting federal employees, the Trump administration may increase its reliance on firms that take in billions through government contracts. Source: Original News
The Senate Finance Committee holds a confirmation hearing on Friday for Dr. Mehmet Oz, the TV celebrity who is nominated to run major health programs for older Americans and the poor. Source: Original News
A series of events in all 50 states aims to capitalize on a recent warning from Republican leadership that its lawmakers should avoid such public forums. Source: Original News
The president, once the target of federal prosecution, is likely to announce steps to combat “weaponization” of the department, even as he uses its powers to punish enemies and reward allies. Source: Original News
Three arguments for taking progress toward artificial general intelligence, or A.G.I., more seriously — whether you’re an optimist or a pessimist. Source: Original News
On spending, oversight and other issues, Republican lawmakers have willingly ceded power traditionally reserved for Congress to the Trump White House. Source: Original News
Earth’s shadow will block most of the light that illuminates the lunar surface, creating what is known as a blood moon. Source: Original News
The U.S. Postal Service has long struggled with its finances. President Trump and Mr. Musk have both suggested it should be privatized. Source: Original News
By grabbing a loaded handgun from Squeaky Fromme in 1975, Mr. Buendorf, as part of a Secret Service detail, thwarted a would-be assassin in California’s capital. Source: Original News
