The Government Accountability Office found that DOGE’s online “Wall of Receipts” included $110 billion in claimed savings that were incorrect or lacked supporting evidence. The watchdog said DOGE did not adequately explain its calculations and credited itself for some actions already underway.
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Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat to former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher despite President Donald Trump’s endorsement. Hatcher had support from prominent Tennessee Republicans and is favored in the deep-red district’s general election.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn won Tennessee’s Republican primary for governor, defeating Rep. John Rose in a race where Donald Trump declined to endorse. She is favored in November against Democrat Jerri Green and would be Tennessee’s first female governor if elected.
The Trump administration proposed loosening federal Head Start standards, saying the changes would cut costs and create more child care slots. Advocates warned the plan could weaken services for vulnerable children and make quality vary by state.
Trump signed two executive orders seeking to limit birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court rejected his earlier effort. The new orders target birth tourism and expand categories the White House considers ineligible for automatic citizenship.
The FCC voted 2-1 to repeal the 39% national TV ownership cap, replacing it with case-by-case reviews. Supporters say the change helps broadcasters compete, while critics say it is unlawful and will fuel media consolidation.
Trump denied reports that the US is running short of munitions during the war with Iran and threatened prison sentences for officials who leak weapons information. The White House and Pentagon rejected reports of shortages and a confrontation between Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Senate Republicans are set to vote on whether to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he invoked the Fifth Amendment at a hearing. Fauci says the inquiry is aimed at prosecuting him, while Sen. Rand Paul argues he had no right to refuse questions.