Government Efficiency and Wasteful Spending

DOGE agency uncovers cases of millions of dollars in loans issued to children and centenarians by the Small Business Administration, as part of efforts to cut wasteful spending in the federal government. President Trump criticizes instances of individuals over 100 years old receiving loans. Elon Musk leads the initiative to find $1 trillion in government waste.

Small Business Administration's Priorities under Administrator Kelly Loeffler

Newly-confirmed Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler outlines top priorities, including promoting 'Made in America' agenda and eliminating fraud and waste within the agency. Focus is on empowering small businesses and supporting President Trump's America First agenda.

Mass Firing of Federal Workers by the Trump Administration

Mike Macans, a former disaster recovery coordinator for the Small Business Administration, was fired by the Trump administration as part of a mass firing of federal workers. The chaotic terminations have left many employees, including Macans, without proper documentation or support. Macans, a former U.S. Army infantryman, is now facing uncertainty regarding his family's health insurance and financial stability.

Controversy over Kelly Loeffler's Call for In-Person Work at SBA

Kelly Loeffler, head of the Small Business Administration, calls for government workers to return to in-person work following President Trump's order. Controversy arises over work-from-home policies and alleged taxpayer-funded electioneering.

Federal Employee Firings

Scores of firings have begun at federal agencies as part of Trump administration's effort to shrink the federal workforce. Terminations of probationary employees have started at the Department of Education and the Small Business Administration.

Former Senator Kelly Loeffler's Nomination for Head of Small Business Administration

Former Senator Kelly Loeffler testified before the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship committee to become the head of the Small Business Administration. President Trump nominated her, praising her as a strong leader. Sen. Cynthia Lummis expressed support for Loeffler's leadership and potential impact on the digital asset industry.

House Small Business Committee Report on Small Business Administration

House Small Business Committee releases report alleging Small Business Administration's improper use of executive authority in voter registration outreach in Michigan, leading to concerns about integrity of U.S. elections.

Nomination of Kelly Loeffler as SBA Administrator

President-elect Donald Trump nominated former Sen. Kelly Loeffler to serve as the administrator of the Small Business Administration, praising her as a fighter and a business leader with experience in Washington.

Linda McMahon's Speech at the 2024 Republican National Convention

Linda McMahon, former Small Business Administration administrator, spoke at the 2024 Republican National Convention, portraying Trump as a compassionate family man and champion of job creation.

House Committee Subpoenas Small Business Administration Over Voter Registration Program

The House Committee on Small Business subpoenaed the Small Business Administration over alleged efforts by the Biden administration to funnel resources to a key swing state for voter registration. The program is accused of diverting resources from assisting Main Street to register Democrat voters in Michigan.