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Young techies underpin Musk's drive to slash size of US government

Elon Musk employs young engineers with little experience in government for his federal projects, raising concerns about their qualifications and influence on decision-making in public service.

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Trump fires consumer bureau director Chopra, source says

Rohit Chopra was fired by Trump as head of the CFPB, ending a consumer protection era and leading to potential changes in financial regulation.

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Elon Musk, SpaceX face federal reviews over security, NYT reports

Elon Musk and SpaceX are facing federal reviews for not complying with national security reporting rules, with particular focus on Musk's communications with foreign leaders.

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Fed sees a glimmer that recent US productivity gains may last

Dreanda Cordero resumes working after a break, highlighting U.S. job market productivity concerns, as Fed officials assess implications for interest rates and the economy's growth potential.

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New York Times Tech Guild reaches tentative deal with company on three-year contract

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Health execs reckon with patient outrage after UnitedHealthcare killing

Health care executives reassess patient experiences and security after the murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson, deepening dialogue on healthcare corruption and systemic issues.

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Rupert Murdoch fails in bid to change family trust, New York Times reports

Rupert Murdoch's bid to consolidate media empire control through a family trust amendment fails due to bad faith, sparking hopes for family reconciliation among his children.

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Snack maker Hearthside files for bankruptcy after child labor probe

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Crypto industry jockeys for seats at Trump's promised council

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Trump search for Treasury pick widens, sources say

Trump's search for a Treasury secretary has widened, considering new candidates like Marc Rowan and Kevin Warsh, as Lutnick and Bessent remain in contention for top economic roles.