Danish leader on European tour as nation moves to boost presence around Greenland Denmark’s prime minister went on a tour of European capitals Tuesday as Europe faces what she called “a more uncertain reality” and her country moves to strengthen its military around Greenland. Read more on NPR
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NPR News: USAID officials put on leave for allegedly not abiding by executive order
USAID officials put on leave for allegedly not abiding by executive order A message to USAID staff, obtained by NPR, says it will analyze “actions within USAID that appear to be designed to circumvent the President’s Executive Order” freezing most foreign aid. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Immigration raids have begun. For immigrant and mixed-status families, everyday life has changed.
Immigration raids have begun. For immigrant and mixed-status families, everyday life has changed. The Trump administration has said the raids will focus on criminals who are a public threat. But immigrant communities across the board are bracing, and changing their routines. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Billionaire investor Scott Bessent is confirmed as Treasury Secretary
Billionaire investor Scott Bessent is confirmed as Treasury Secretary Bessent won Senate confirmation with the support of more than two dozen Democrats. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Justice Department moves to fire at least 12 officials who investigated Trump
Justice Department moves to fire at least 12 officials who investigated Trump In termination letters sent to more than a dozen officials, acting Attorney General James McHenry wrote that he did not believe they “could be trusted to faithfully implement the President’s agenda.” Read more on NPR
NPR News: Can Susie Wiles keep Trump on track?
Can Susie Wiles keep Trump on track? Susie Wiles is doing something no woman has done before. She is the first in history to hold the position of White House Chief of Staff. Now, we will find out if she can do something that no one — man or woman – has ever done before:…
NPR News: National Science Foundation freezes grant review in response to Trump executive orders
National Science Foundation freezes grant review in response to Trump executive orders The National Science Foundation has canceled all grant review panels this week. It’s unclear how long the pause could last. Read more on NPR
NPR News: How districts are responding after Trump cleared the way for immigration arrests at schools
How districts are responding after Trump cleared the way for immigration arrests at schools President Trump put an end to a policy that restricted federal agents from making immigration arrests at certain locations, including schools. It’s already affecting school staff, kids and parents. Read more on NPR
NPR News: 200 U.K. companies have opted for a four-day workweek, latest data shows
200 U.K. companies have opted for a four-day workweek, latest data shows The industries most represented among the group include marketing and PR, charities and nonprofits, and technology. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Oath Keepers founder no longer banned from D.C., U.S. Capitol
Oath Keepers founder no longer banned from D.C., U.S. Capitol The judge said it was “reasonable” the Justice Department interpreted Trump’s Jan. 6 commutations to cover the defendants’ prison sentences and wipe away their terms of supervised release. Read more on NPR