

Trump's Newsy First Cabinet Meeting, Afghanistan Withdrawal Accountability: AM Update for 2/27
36 snips Feb 27, 2025
President Trump's first cabinet meeting brings unexpected moments, including a playful DOGE warning for federal workers. There's talk of accountability for the Afghanistan withdrawal and an upcoming visit from Ukraine's Zelensky. The Protecting Women and Girls in Sports Act is on the Senate agenda, while budget negotiations heat up in Congress. Plus, Jeff Bezos stirs the pot at The Washington Post with bold changes, prompting staff reactions. Tune in for a dive into the latest political maneuvers and their implications!
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Pulse Checks for Federal Employees
- President Trump advises department heads to conduct pulse checks on their employees.
- This involves verifying their existence, responsiveness, and job performance.
Afghanistan Withdrawal Review
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reviewing the botched Afghanistan withdrawal.
- Trump wants accountability for the 13 service members killed, equipment left behind, and the abandonment of Afghan allies.
Budgeting Battle
- House Republicans propose a budget with spending cuts and tax cuts, but the Senate has concerns.
- Medicaid cuts are a point of contention, despite Trump's promise not to touch them.