Trump to Order Reductions in Federal Advisory Committees

The U.S. Institute for Peace was among the committees targeted for reduction or removal. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Feb. 19 calling for an elimination or reduction in federal advisory committees. The order will eliminate “unnecessary governmental entities and federal advisory committees,” or direct them to reduce their activity and expenditures

Breaking down Trump’s claims about Zelenskyy, relationship with Putin

Breaking down Trump’s claims about Zelenskyy, relationship with Putin – CBS News Watch CBS News As President Trump prepares to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ending his invasion of Ukraine, he picked up his rhetorical attacks on the president of the invaded country, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Elizabeth Palmer has been monitoring the situation.

Americans’ Approval of Congress Jumps to Nearly 4-Year High

The surge in Congress’s approval rating was driven by Republican support as the GOP took full control of both the House and Senate. Congressional job approval among Americans has surged to its highest level in nearly four years, according to a new Gallup poll, conducted as President Donald Trump continues to take an unprecedented number

Trump to Order Agencies to Terminate All Federal Assistance for Illegal Immigrants

The president wants federal benefits to go to ‘American citizens who are truly in need, including individuals with disabilities and veterans,’ an official said. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Feb. 19 directing all agencies to identify any federally funded programs that provide financial assistance to illegal immigrants and “take corrective actions”