Morning Wire USAID Cuts & Superbowl Preview | Afternoon Update | 2.7.25
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Feb 7, 2025 Explore the significant cuts to USAID and their effects on staffing and job growth. Discover the latest updates on trade policies and the flu crisis impacting a majority of states. Plus, get excited for Super Bowl 59 as the Kansas City Chiefs aim for a historic third consecutive win against the Philadelphia Eagles. Stay informed on air traffic control reforms and the political landscape as migrant challenges unfold in Florida.
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USAID Staff Cuts
- USAID's staff is being drastically reduced under the Trump administration, from over 10,000 to under 300.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio says this is necessary to address "rank insubordination" within the agency.
January Jobs Report
- The US economy added 143,000 jobs in January, and the unemployment rate dropped to 4%.
- This indicates a slowing but still robust economy under the Biden administration.
Air Traffic Control Overhaul
- Following a midair collision, President Trump is pushing to overhaul the air traffic control system.
- He blames an "obsolete" system and vows to replace, not just fix it.