Judge largely blocks Trump’s executive orders ending federal support for DEI programs
A U.S. district judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking the administration from terminating or changing federal contracts they consider equity-related.
Israel says returned body isn’t a hostage. And, FEMA cuts building code efforts
FEMA has cut employees and is now halting efforts to improve building codes. And, Israel says one of the bodies Hamas returned does not belong to any known hostage.
A far-right influencer is getting invitations to travel with Trump Cabinet members
Jack Posobiec, a prominent influencer, has a long history of promoting antisemitic and white supremacist content. He traveled to Ukraine with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent last week.
What even IS art? The quiz doesn’t know — but do you?
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When your boss asks you to do something you consider unethical, should you resign?
When is it the right ethical choice to leave a job? NPR’s A Martinez speaks with Alex Guerrero, a professor of philosophy at Rutgers University, about moral red lines in the workplace.
Elon Musk’s role in government raises conflict-of-interest issues
Elon Musk is working to slash federal spending while also promoting his business ventures. Experts in government ethics are worried he’s acting in his own best interest and not in the country’s.
More than 200 FEMA employees fired, raising concerns among disaster experts
As wildfires and floods happen more often, experts are concerned about the more than 200 layoffs at FEMA. NPR also found that FEMA is backtracking on work to make buildings safer during disasters.
Justice Department broadens Jan. 6 pardons to cover gun, drug-related charges
In a new development, the Department of Justice said Trump’s pardon of Jan. 6 defendants should apply more broadly and include separate gun charges, as well.
Venezuelan mothers organize on chat group to fight Guantánamo detentions
The mothers met in a Whatsapp group. They have vowed to fight until their sons, who they say have not committed crimes and do not have ties to gangs, are released.
Military doctors prepare to deploy to Guantanamo for extended stay
Orders to deploy medical personnel suggest the Trump administration is contemplating an extended stay for people at the U.S. base in Cuba.
Judge deliberates after Justice Department pushes to end corruption case against NYC Mayor Adams
During a hearing on Wednesday, Judge Dale Ho questioned federal prosecutors over their decision to suspend criminal charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Judge Ho’s ruling is expected soon.
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