The Rachel Maddow Show Lost in the sauce: Stories Trump probably hoped you wouldn't notice while he 'flooded the zone'
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Apr 19, 2025 Discover some surprising decisions from Donald Trump's presidency, such as plans to eliminate the Head Start preschool program and his attacks on the National Weather Service. The podcast also dives into the severe impacts of his administration's policies on education and immigration, including the termination of AmeriCorps and the harsh realities faced at detention centers. From legal battles to the normalization of political corruption, it sheds light on stories that might have been overshadowed by the daily chaos.
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Trump's Head Start Cut Revealed
- Trump plans to eliminate the Head Start preschool program entirely in his budget.
- Nearly 50% of Head Start funding supports rural areas where it's often the only childcare option.
AmeriCorps Volunteers Abruptly Cut
- Trump's administration abruptly ended all AmeriCorps volunteer assignments nationwide mid-week without warning.
- AmeriCorps is widely popular, non-controversial, and previously supported by Trump during his first term.
Weather Service Staff and Data Cut
- The National Weather Service is facing reduced balloon launches and halving staff in key offices.
- The Trump administration is installing monitoring software to prevent staff from exposing these degradations.