Friday, January 24, 2025
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Today's Topics
Trump fires 17 inspectors general in single week eliminating government oversight
Trump dismissed 17 independent watchdogs in a single week, drawing bipartisan criticism and raising oversight concerns.
GOP pushes federal abortion ban through fetal personhood bill
Rep. Eric Burlison's H.R. 722, introduced January 24 with 68 co-sponsors, declares fertilized eggs are "persons" under the 14th Amendment—effectively banning all abortion, IVF, and potentially contraception nationwide while opening the door to prosecute women for miscarriages.
NIST framework dismantled through Executive Order on AI deregulation
Trump's January 24, 2025 order revoked AI guardrails and safety checks, promising "unfettered innovation" while eliminating bias, privacy, and safety oversight. The deregulation sparks concerns about AI development without proper safeguards.
FDA restricts mifepristone as HHS defunds Title X clinics
Trump administration moves to restrict abortion pill access, defund Title X family planning, and eliminate contraceptive coverage requirements. The FDA announces review of mifepristone approval while HHS cuts funding to Planned Parenthood and community health centers providing reproductive services.