Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 247

USAID putting nearly all staff on leave; overseas missions shuttering

USAID announced that all "direct-hire personnel" will be placed on leave with some exceptions for those on "mission-critical functions, core leadership and specially designated programs."

Pam Bondi confirmed as attorney general in 54-46 vote

President Trump tapped Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to lead the Justice Department.

Senate confirms Pam Bondi for attorney general, RFK Jr.'s nomination moves forward

The Senate confirmed former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the U.S. attorney general on Tuesday evening. The Senate Finance Committee voted along party lines to advance Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services as well. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.

100,000 eggs worth $40,000 stolen from Pennsylvania farm

A truckload of eggs were taken from Pete & Gerry's Organics' distribution trailer over the weekend.

Residents must pay to replace private bridges destroyed by Hurricane Helene

In North Carolina, Hurricane Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads and culverts. They're a critical part of the infrastructure, but the state isn't paying for repairs.

Hurricane Helene destroyed their bridge, but residents must pay for its replacement

Hurricane Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads, and culverts in North Carolina. They're a critical part of the infrastructure, but right now the state isn't providing money for repairs. Dave Malkoff reports.

China announces counter tariffs on numerous U.S. products

China says it will counter President Trump's tariffs on Chinese products with tariffs of its own on multiple U.S. imports. It also announced an antitrust probe into Google and other trade measures.

2/3: CBS Evening News

Border town businesses brace for impact of Mexico tariffs; Some fear Trump's immigration crackdown could hinder L.A. fire recovery

Former USAID official criticizes Trump, Musk over agency changes

Dr. Atul Gawande said denigrating the agency is "dangerous for the country" and shuttering its programs could make Americans less safe.

2/3: The Daily Report

Lindsey Reiser reports on new tariff action out of the White House, the future of USAID, and the latest on the investigation into the deadly plane crash near Washington, D.C.