Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
Pam Bondi confirmed by Senate as US attorney general
The Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general Tuesday evening, putting a longtime ally of Donald Trump at the helm of a Justice Department that has already been rattled by the firings of career employees seen as disloyal to the Republican president.
The Senate confirmed Pam Bondi as U.S. attorney general Tuesday evening, putting a longtime ally of Donald Trump at the helm of a Justice Department that has already been rattled by the firings of career employees seen as disloyal to the Republican president.
Trump says he's given orders for Iran to be 'obliterated' if it assassinates him
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has left instructions to “obliterate" Iran if the country follows through on alleged threats to assassinate him.
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has left instructions to “obliterate" Iran if the country follows through on alleged threats to assassinate him.
Elon Musk serving as 'special government employee' – what does that mean?
Elon Musk has been named as a "special government employee" while overseeing DOGE, according to the White House.
Elon Musk has been named as a "special government employee" while overseeing DOGE, according to the White House.
China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list
China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.
China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.
Trump moves to create sovereign wealth fund, eyeing TikTok: What to know
A sovereign wealth fund is a vehicle that could use proceeds from U.S. national resources to make investments.
A sovereign wealth fund is a vehicle that could use proceeds from U.S. national resources to make investments.
Governor DeSantis unveils $115.6B proposed budget for 2025-26 fiscal year
Gov. Ron DeSantis rolled out his proposal for the state budget on Monday, totaling more than $115 billion for the upcoming fiscal year.
Gov. Ron DeSantis rolled out his proposal for the state budget on Monday, totaling more than $115 billion for the upcoming fiscal year.
DeSantis calls for guns, ammo sales tax holiday in proposed state budget
Guns, ammunition and related items may be cheaper this summer if Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget is approved.
Guns, ammunition and related items may be cheaper this summer if Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget is approved.
Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada delayed for 30 days amid border negotiations
President Donald Trump delayed planned tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 30 days after both countries agreed to strengthen border security.
President Donald Trump delayed planned tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 30 days after both countries agreed to strengthen border security.
What is a tariff? Why Trump delayed them for Mexico and what it means for the US
President Donald Trump has said that he will delay tariffs on Mexican imports for at least a month as the country south of the U.S. has said they will reinforce the border with 10,000 members of the National Guard immediately.
President Donald Trump has said that he will delay tariffs on Mexican imports for at least a month as the country south of the U.S. has said they will reinforce the border with 10,000 members of the National Guard immediately.
University of Tampa economist shares how Trump's tariffs could impact Floridians
America's three biggest trading partners – Canada, Mexico and China – are now firing back after President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, and a 10% tariff on goods from China.
America's three biggest trading partners – Canada, Mexico and China – are now firing back after President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, and a 10% tariff on goods from China.
Tariffs could cause 'some pain' for Americans, Trump says
President Donald Trump insists tariffs on our closest neighbors are needed to “protect Americans," but he conceded Sunday that they might also cause “some pain."
President Donald Trump insists tariffs on our closest neighbors are needed to “protect Americans," but he conceded Sunday that they might also cause “some pain."
Trump tariffs latest: China to file lawsuit for 'wrongful practices of US'
Trump argues the tariffs are necessary to “protect Americans” and to curb the export of fentanyl. But for our North American neighbors, the move sparked an undeniable sense of betrayal.
Trump argues the tariffs are necessary to “protect Americans” and to curb the export of fentanyl. But for our North American neighbors, the move sparked an undeniable sense of betrayal.
Trump signs tariff order; Mexico and Canada retaliate
Hours after President Trump signed the order Saturday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ordered retaliatory tariffs. Here's what to know.
Hours after President Trump signed the order Saturday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ordered retaliatory tariffs. Here's what to know.
Some federal websites, public health data disappear to comply with Trump’s DEI directives
U.S. government websites have gone dark as agencies scrambled to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders declaring his administration would recognize only two genders and ordering an end to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
U.S. government websites have gone dark as agencies scrambled to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders declaring his administration would recognize only two genders and ordering an end to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Trump tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China will start Saturday, WH says
Experts say the tariffs, which begin Feb. 1, are like launching “a grenade" into the economy.
Experts say the tariffs, which begin Feb. 1, are like launching “a grenade" into the economy.
Can sanctuary cities protect you from deportation? Here are the criteria for ICE detentions
As promised during his campaign, second-term President Donald Trump is sending ICE agents to detain and deport those without proper documentation and those with criminal pasts out of the United States. Here are the criteria for who can get detained and deported.
As promised during his campaign, second-term President Donald Trump is sending ICE agents to detain and deport those without proper documentation and those with criminal pasts out of the United States. Here are the criteria for who can get detained and deported.
Governor DeSantis again blasts Florida Legislature over illegal immigration, vows to veto 'TRUMP Act'
Gov. Ron DeSantis went on the offensive on Friday, again going after the Florida Legislature on the contentious issue of illegal immigration.
Gov. Ron DeSantis went on the offensive on Friday, again going after the Florida Legislature on the contentious issue of illegal immigration.
DeSantis to take fight to GOP primaries
Upping the ante in an increasingly acrimonious feud with House and Senate Republican leaders over immigration issues, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday vowed to channel “huge sums" of money to candidates he backs in next year’s GOP gubernatorial and legislative primary elections.
Upping the ante in an increasingly acrimonious feud with House and Senate Republican leaders over immigration issues, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday vowed to channel “huge sums" of money to candidates he backs in next year’s GOP gubernatorial and legislative primary elections.
Doug Burgum confirmed as interior secretary
Lawmakers on Thursday voted 79-18 in favor of Doug Burgum.
Lawmakers on Thursday voted 79-18 in favor of Doug Burgum.