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DOGE is flirting with the third rail of American politics — errors could lead to delayed or interrupted benefits, a former top Social Security staffer says

The White House says that it won’t mess with Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid benefits, but the loss of expertise raises concerns.

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AOC tears into Chuck Schumer’s ‘tremendous mistake’ in blistering CNN interview

‘I cannot urge enough how bad of an idea it is to empower and enable Donald Trump and Elon Musk in this moment’ Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warned

The Independent UK

‘Where’s Elon Musk?’ Democratic Rep angrily calls out missing ‘genius’ at DOGE hearing

A House committee hearing turned explosive when Connecticut Congressman John Larson blasted “genius” Elon Musk for not showing up to a hearing concerning the cuts he was overseeing through the Department of Government Efficiency.

The Independent UK

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GOP Budget Blueprint May Result In Medicaid Cuts

GOP budget blueprint proposes Medicaid cuts but prioritizes care quality and efficiency in federal health programs.

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Trump Vows No Cuts To Entitlement Programs

President Trump promises to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security amidst budget cut proposals. Debate ensues over achieving savings through fraud...

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Americans Say Government Is Corrupt and Inefficient but Are Lukewarm About DOGE

Democrats seem willing to tolerate a lot to get a larger government, but Republicans aren’t much better.

Reason

The Boomer housing crisis is pacing to get even worse

Developers are not responding to heightened demand when it comes to senior housing. Many retirees are set to face wait lists to get into assisted living or other retirement communities.

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America Is Going Broke. Will the Department of Government Efficiency Help?

Eliminating the deficit requires cutting the biggest spending—defense, Medicare, Social Security. So far, Trump says he won't touch those.

Reason

Trump Administration Rescinds Funding Freeze After Widespread Confusion

Trump administration reverses freeze on federal funding, causing confusion and legal challenges. Reversal met with relief by Democratic critics.

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Trump tests Democrats' vow to try working with him

Donald Trump’s pedal-to-the-metal start to his term is challenging a pledge by some Democrats to work with his administration when possible.

Roll Call

The opportunity cost of Trump's economy

As Trump threatens to derail the economy some Latino voters face buyer's remorse

Salon

The People Cheering Brian Thompson's Murder Can't Have the Medical Utopia That They Want

Whether private or public, third-party payment for health care is a huge problem.

Reason

The Impact of Trump's Cost-Cutting Initiative Hinges on What He Means by 'Government Efficiency'

Narrowly understood, the president-elect's familiar-sounding plan to tackle "massive waste and fraud" may not give us "smaller government" in any meaningful sense.

Reason

AARP's new CEO vows to protect Social Security and Medicare, and ensure older adults age 'on their own terms'

Her top priorities also include pushing for financial support for caregivers.

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The Guardian - US

Private equity ownership of US hospice centers boomed in recent years – study

Investors spent about $1tn buying healthcare facilities over last decade, leading to reports of worsening patient care

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Gaza hits ‘grim milestone’ of 40,000 people killed in war

Another 10,000 people believed to remain entombed in collapsed buildings. Plus, five arrests made in death of actor Matthew Perry

The Guardian - US

Trump repeats attacks and falsehoods in free-wheeling press conference at his golf club – as it happened

Trump sticks to similar script as yesterday’s rally – attacking Harris while repeating misleading or false claims about polls, inflation and policing

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Bernie Sanders Refrains From Criticizing Kamala Harris' Policy Reversals

Sen. Bernie Sanders discusses policy differences with VP Harris and emphasizes the importance of an agenda benefiting working people in the upcoming election.

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President Biden Criticizes Trump's RNC Speech On COVID Handling

President Biden critiques Trump's RNC speech on social media, sparking political debate and public discourse.

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Biden's crisis throws MSNBC into chaos

Democrats' house network circles the wagons around Joe Biden, risking its last vestiges of credibility

Latin Times

Older Latinos are twice as likely to struggle with health care payments

A study shows heightened challenges for older Blacks and Latinos as a larger proportion reside in low-income households

AAP

Refugees denied federal support thrown state lifeline

South Australia will provide assistance to refugees fleeing war in the Middle East and Ukraine who are unable to access commonwealth supports like Medicare.

Salon

The stakes have never been higher

Forget New Hampshire and look at what the country would look like under a second Biden or Trump administration

The Guardian - AU

NDIS review: what changes to disability services are coming and how have people reacted?

Review calls for total rethink of how governments offer disability support. Here is everything you need to know

Roll Call

Jordan sat stone-faced for another speaker vote. But Boehner got a laugh

The chamber broke out in laughter when Mike Kelly of Pennsylvania called out the name of John Boehner, who once called Jordan a “legislative terrorist.”

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