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The U.S. government has reportedly banned its personnel in China from having relationships with Chinese citizens.

US government employees banned from relationships with Chinese citizens: AP

The Food and Drug Administration is pulling back on routine food and drug inspections after a wave of support staff layoffs. Approximately 170 employees were cut from the agency’s Office of Inspections and Investigations, prompting officials to shift attention toward higher-risk cases. While field inspectors remain on the job, the loss of support personnel has disrupted planning, scheduling, and overseas operations.

FDA will reduce food and drug inspections due to federal layoffs

The Senate approved a resolution Wednesday, April 2, to cancel President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canadian goods, with four Republicans crossing party lines to join Democrats. The measure passed 51-48, reflecting growing concern among lawmakers about the economic impact of the White House’s trade strategy.

Four Senate Republicans voted against Trump’s tariffs on Canada

President Donald Trump unveils his list of reciprocal tariffs, provoking mixed reactions from lawmakers in Washington, D.C.

Trump levies ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on more than 180 nations

A federal judge permanently dismissed the criminal case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams as he faces reelection.

Federal judge permanently closes NYC Mayor Adams’ corruption case

Republican lawmakers introduced bills to remove certain rifles and shotguns from regulation under the National Firearms Act.

GOP bills aim to remove certain rifles, shotguns from NFA regulation

There’s been a lot of talk about how tariffs will impact the economy and Republicans on Capitol Hill admit they don’t know.

Trump’s 10% baseline tariff makes economy uncertain, Republicans say

A court filing revealed a guilty plea in the plot to assassinate Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The man accused of the attempt will avoid trial.

Man pleads guilty to plan to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh

A new book claims that after Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, former President Obama doubted Vice President Kamala Harris could win.

Obama opposed Harris’ nomination, pushed open primary, new book alleges

A proposed Muslim-centric housing development near Dallas, Texas, faced significant opposition during a local meeting this week.

Texas investigating ‘EPIC City,’ a proposed Muslim-centric community

The Naval Academy removed close to 400 books from its library. It's part of an effort to comply with Trump's executive order banning DEI.

Naval Academy removes close to 400 books linked to DEI following DoD order

After suffering a defeat in the House, Speaker Mike Johnson sent the chamber home until Monday, when they return for votes on Trump's agenda.

Speaker Johnson sends House of Representatives home until Monday

Elon Musk might be headed for the White House exit sooner than expected, following multiple controversies and plunging Tesla sales.

Elon Musk’s White House exit may be imminent: Report

New York state plans to release some inmates early in response to staffing shortages following statewide prison strikes.

New York to release some inmates early after firing more than 2,000 prison guards

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is out with the latest figures on illegal crossings, saying March numbers show the most secure border in history.

Migrant arrests at US border lowest ever for second month in a row

Tesla had its worst quarter for deliveries in nearly three years. But there are a lot of reasons beyond public sentiment around CEO Elon Musk.

There’s more to Tesla’s bad quarter than Elon Musk’s politics: Analyst

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate legal funding for migrant children who come to the United States alone.

Judge rules Trump administration to reinstate legal aid for migrant children

The Trump administration has fired leadership members of the FDA's bird flu response team.

Trump admin fires members of FDA bird flu response team as cases spread

All eyes are on President Donald Trump and trade Wednesday, April 2, as the president promises to levy tariffs on our trade partners.

Companies seek ways around Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs

In the campaign for a seat in Wisconsin’s high court, liberal candidate Susan Crawford defeated Elon Musk-backed Brad Schimel on Tuesday.

Liberal declared Wisconsin Supreme Court winner in Musk/Soros proxy fight

Sen. Cory Booker’s 25-hour speech may have unintentionally triggered autophagy, a popular wellness trend praised for anti-aging benefits.

Did Sen. Booker biohack a wellness trend during his marathon speech?

White House officials including national security adviser Mike Waltz have been using their civilian Gmail accounts for official business.

Embattled Trump adviser also used Gmail for government work: Report

Sen. Booker broke the record for the longest Senate speech at over 25 hours, criticizing President Trump's policies as well as his own party.

Booker criticizes Trump, Democrats in record-breaking Senate speech

Senators visited Guantanamo Bay, calling it a waste of military resources and taxpayer money. They urged Trump to stop sending migrants there.

Senators tour Guantanamo Bay, criticize misuse of military and taxpayer dollars

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