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President Trump is reportedly planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, a move that sources say isn’t final yet; if enacted, it would heighten leadership vacancies at the FDA amid a year of controversy over vaping, vaccines, and regulatory decisions.
The Trump administration moved to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signing the order to enable more targeted research and expanded patient access. It does not legalize cannabis, alter penalties, or permit interstate transport, and banking restrictions remain. The move complements a separate push on psychedelics and signals reform steps, though further actions and stakeholder input are still required.
NASA is removing several current members from its NASA Advisory Committee as part of an internal governance reshuffle, according to a note from NASA Administrator circulated to NAC members.
High street retailers Claire's and The Original Factory Shop are entering administration due to tough trading conditions, low Christmas sales, and challenging economic factors, risking 2,500 jobs and highlighting the struggles faced by brick-and-mortar stores in the current retail environment.
Democrats in Washington are proposing legislation to restrict the appointment of temporary immigration judges to those with significant experience, in response to recent mass layoffs and firings of experienced judges by the Trump administration, which aims to reshape the immigration court system amid ongoing backlogs and controversy over the administration's approach to immigration enforcement.
Taylor Budowich, a longtime Trump aide and deputy chief of staff, is leaving the White House, marking one of the highest-profile departures from the Trump administration, where he oversaw communications and played a significant role in Trump's political operations post-presidency.
Kamala Harris criticizes the Biden administration for reckless decision-making regarding her role and the 2024 election, expressing loyalty to her country over the president and reflecting on her challenging experience within the administration, including negative media coverage and internal dynamics.
A senior White House aide, Morse, is leaving his position to become a lobbyist, subject to a one-year cooling-off period, leveraging his extensive experience and insight into federal agencies to assist clients in navigating the administration's operations.
The Trump administration indicated it plans to estimate U.S. citizenship figures using existing data sources rather than conducting a new mid-decade census, aiming to exclude unlawful immigrants, but faces legal and constitutional challenges, with critics arguing it undermines the constitutional requirement to count all persons.
The Trump administration clarified that a proposed change to the Social Security Administration's phone policy, which would have made routine account updates more burdensome, is now optional, alleviating concerns about increased obstacles for seniors and disabled individuals. The change would have required visits to field offices and online PIN authentication, but beneficiaries can now choose not to use the PIN and avoid office visits.
President Biden warned of 'dark days' under Trump, criticizing his administration for eroding freedoms, erasing history, and threatening democracy, while reflecting on his personal experiences and the importance of safeguarding rights.
A senior aide to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is leaving the Pentagon, marking the sixth top adviser departure in six months, with the aide citing a planned six-month tenure and expressing gratitude for the experience.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to continue its efforts to reduce the Department of Education's workforce, despite dissent from liberal justices who warned of potential harm to students and civil rights. The move enables the administration to proceed with mass layoffs and organizational changes, emphasizing presidential authority over federal agencies.
Donald Trump has adopted a pattern of responding with 'I don’t know' when asked about various controversial or complex issues during his presidency, including the pause on military aid to Ukraine, deportations, and legal matters, reflecting a tendency to pass the buck on critical decisions and accountability.
The article discusses the challenging situation at NASA due to recent Supreme Court decisions allowing significant staff reductions and budget cuts, leading to layoffs and restructuring. Despite the gloom, the author remains optimistic about NASA's future and the resilience of its people, emphasizing that NASA's spirit will endure beyond current difficulties.