U.S. Department of Labor Cancels "America Last" Contracts

The U.S. Department of Labor cancelled $577 million of "America last" contracts, including grants for gender equity in the Mexican workplace and worker empowerment in South America. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced the savings of $237 million and highlighted various wasteful grants that were terminated.

President Trump's Executive Order on Department of Education Grants

President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, leading to a legal battle over grants related to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Justice Department is seeking approval from the Supreme Court to cut the grants under two federal programs.

EPA Grants Dispute

A federal judge blocked the EPA from terminating $14 billion in grants awarded to three climate groups by the Biden administration. The judge ruled that the government's allegations of fraud were insufficient.

Cancellation of NIH Grants by DOGE

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cancelled several grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including funding for programs related to pregnancy prevention for transgender boys and cannabis use in sexual minority gender diverse individuals. Led by Elon Musk, DOGE also stopped grants for transgender experiments on animals.

EPA terminates $20 billion in grants for climate and clean-energy projects

The Environmental Protection Agency is terminating $20 billion in grants awarded by the Biden administration for climate and clean-energy projects due to concerns of program integrity, fraud, and misalignment with agency priorities. The grants were frozen and are now under investigation by the Department of Justice and FBI.

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's Cancellation of DEI and Environmental Justice Grants

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin cancels $2 billion worth of DEI and environmental justice grants, emphasizing zero tolerance for wasting tax dollars. Zeldin aims to cut at least 65% of EPA's total spending to focus on core mission and reduce unnecessary expenses.

EPA Grants Cancellation and Climate Projects Recovery

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin cancels over 400 DEI and environmental justice grants, saving nearly $2 billion. Zeldin pledges to recover $20 billion lost by the Biden administration to climate projects. EPA also terminates contract with bank overseeing the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.

U.S. Aid to Ukraine vs. European Aid: Fact-Checking President Trump's Claims

President Donald Trump has exaggerated the amount of U.S. aid to Ukraine compared to Europe, stating that Europe gave $100 billion as a loan while the U.S. gave $350 billion with no repayment. However, the U.S. has only appropriated around $174.2 billion for Ukraine, with a significant portion staying in the U.S. for military production. Europe has actually provided more aid to Ukraine, with about $140 billion allocated. Both the U.S. and Europe have provided aid in the form of grants and loans, with some loans having favorable terms.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) saving taxpayers $105 billion

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has saved taxpayers $105 billion through various means such as canceling contracts, grants, and workforce reductions, resulting in savings of $652.17 per taxpayer. The official DOGE website provides detailed breakdowns of the savings achieved.

EPA Cancels $67 Million in Grants for DEI and Environmental Justice Projects

The EPA under Administrator Lee Zeldin has canceled over $67 million in grants for DEI and Environmental Justice projects. Zeldin is focused on recovering taxpayer funds lost to climate projects and ensuring fiscal responsibility in government spending.

Elon Musk's Remarks at CPAC on DOGE Cuts

Elon Musk's remarks at CPAC about DOGE cuts drew praise from some attendees, while others raised concerns about cutting programs that benefit Americans.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Grants for Migrants

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services increased grants for migrants from 2020 to 2024, spending over $22 billion on various services including vehicles, home loans, and startup businesses. Nonprofits received significant funding from the agency, leading to concerns about the handling of funds and services provided to migrants.

Constitutional Issues with Trump Administration's Pause on Federal Loans and Grants

Georgetown Law professor Stephen Vladeck discusses constitutional issues raised by Trump administration's efforts to pause federal loans and grants.

The Kash Foundation Grants

The Kash Foundation, founded by Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official, has awarded over $1 million in grants to support veterans, law enforcement, students, and whistleblowers seeking justice and transparency. The foundation is committed to expanding its impact and supporting American values.

Criticism of Vice President Kamala Harris for Supporting Radical Groups Receiving Grants

Vice President Kamala Harris is facing criticism for supporting radical groups receiving grants through the EPA under the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act, with concerns raised about the anti-American activities of some of these groups.

Discussion on transitioning foreign aid to loans under former President Trump's foreign policy agenda

Former President Trump is discussing his foreign policy agenda, including transitioning to providing foreign aid in the form of loans instead of grants. He highlights leveraging foreign aid as pressure on Central American nations to remove illegal aliens. Experts see potential benefits in providing loans to nations that can repay, similar to the Marshall Plan. The U.S. can learn from China's lending practices to ensure a positive outcome. However, the White House disagrees with this approach for Ukraine, preferring grants over loans during its conflict.