Morning Wire DOGE’s HHS Overhaul & Maine Sports Standoff | 3.28.25
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Mar 28, 2025 Discover how DOGE is cutting costs and tackling waste in government programs. Dive into Trump's bold legal actions against elite law firms, raising eyebrows on election integrity. In Maine, a fierce debate rages over men in women’s sports, despite pushback from the governor. Plus, learn about federal initiatives aimed at reducing Social Security fraud and the political ramifications of these sports policies. Packed with insights, this discussion spans economics, law, and social issues.
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HHS Overhaul
- The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is cutting 10,000 jobs, or 20% of its workforce.
- This includes cuts to the FDA, NIH, CMS, and CDC, aiming to save money and improve efficiency.
DOGE's Savings
- Doge claims to have saved taxpayers over $100 billion, focusing on eliminating fraud within Social Security.
- They discovered that 40% of calls to the agency are fraudulent, leading to misdirected funds.
Maine Sports Standoff
- Maine Governor Janet Mills refuses to comply with Trump's order on girls' sports, claiming it's not law.
- Eight public universities in Maine, however, will comply due to threats of federal funding cuts.