Four officials, including Yadav's private secretary, have been removed from Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's office on administrative grounds and through repatriation. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh speculated about a possible scam behind the abrupt dismissals.
Acting DNI Bill Pulte, appointed by President Trump, has fired 6 political appointees from former Director Tulsi Gabbard's team and reassigned 45 career intelligence officials back to their home agencies, citing a mandate to drastically reduce the ODNI. The moves, which may precede additional firings, have raised concerns among lawmakers about national security risks.
Nasa administrator Jared Isaacman defended the all-male crew for the latest Artemis mission, rejecting claims of political influence and emphasizing astronaut expertise over diversity. The selection has drawn criticism amid concerns about the agency's commitment to inclusion.
Jonathan Gross, a former Trump Justice Department appointee, criticizes ex-bosses, particularly Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, for 'sloppy' work and betrayal of the Trump agenda, while sharing insights into the 'Weaponization Working Group's' ineffectiveness in investigating Jan. 6 cases.
