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Sep 16, 2026

US Postal Service chief reportedly wants to resign amid Trump pressure

Postmaster General David Steiner has told confidants he wants to resign from his position, according to multiple sources, as the agency faces mounting pressure from the Trump administration over mail voting restrictions.

Sep 16, 20264 sources

Aug 28, 2026

National Park Service backs Trump's proposed arch despite adverse effects on Washington landmarks

A new National Park Service report endorses President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot memorial arch in Washington DC, while acknowledging it will have adverse effects on sightlines to iconic landmarks including the Washington Monument and Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.

Aug 28, 20264 sources

Jul 30, 2026

Senate Panel Advances Bipartisan Bill to Block Education Department Breakup

A Senate committee voted to advance bipartisan legislation that would prohibit the U.S. Department of Education from transferring its key operations, effectively blocking efforts to dismantle the agency.

Jul 30, 20261 source