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Oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast raises alarm as DOGE cuts may threaten response efforts

CBS News Former federal disaster response specialists and national environmental groups warn that DOGE job cuts may hamper the response to a major oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast this week, a leak that is fast contaminating marshlands and threatening vital wildlife habitats and fisheries.

DOGE Q&A: Oklahoma representatives discuss concerns over Government Efficiency operations

Alex Cameron In recent interviews, Reps. Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice discussed the controversial efforts of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, to streamline federal spending.

Congressman Tom Cole says cuts to Norman's Radar Operations Center won’t happen

News 9 Oklahoma Congressman Tom Cole says planned cuts to the Radar Operations Center in Norman won't happen.

President Trump's speech to Congress: Key takeaways with Alex Cameron

Alex Cameron President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress Tuesday night, his first such address since retaking office roughly six weeks ago. Here are the key takeaways.

Federal agencies told to submit "reorganization plans," prepare for mass firings

CBS News The federal offices in charge of personnel and budget on Wednesday issued a memo to government agencies to submit "reorganization plans" and prepare for large-scale firings.

Federal technology staffers resign rather than help Musk and DOGE

Associated Press More than 20 civil service employees resigned from Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, citing concerns that their expertise was being used to dismantle public services rather than improve them.

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Kendra Horn talks Trump administration's impact on federal workforce and education in Oklahoma

Alex Cameron Kendra Horn, former U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 5th District, shares her thoughts on federal workforce challenges and education policy under the Trump administration in this interview with Griffin Media's Alex Cameron.

Kendra Horn talks Trump administration's impact on federal workforce and education in Oklahoma

Elon Musk defends DOGE as President Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts

CBS News Standing beside President Trump in the Oval Office on Tuesday, Elon Musk defended the Department of Government Efficiency's efforts to drastically cut spending and dismiss workers across the federal government, insisting that Americans voted for major change and the Trump administration is delivering.

Elon Musk defends DOGE as President Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts

President Trump empowers Musk’s DOGE team to review federal agencies

Alex Cameron Polls show most Americans agree that President Donald Trump’s recent actions align with his campaign promises. However, his decision to empower Elon Musk and his DOGE team to review federal waste and abuse is dividing the country.

President Trump empowers Musk’s DOGE team to review federal agencies

Judge temporarily blocks deadline for deferred resignation program

CBS News A federal judge temporarily blocked the deadline for a Trump administration program offering deferred resignations to federal employees. As legal proceedings continue, the Office of Personnel Management will notify about 2 million workers of this pause.

Judge temporarily blocks deadline for deferred resignation program

Elon Musk's access to Treasury's payment system is raising alarms. Here's what to know.

CBS News Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gaining control of the Treasury Department's payment system has raised alarms among consumer advocates and lawmakers about potential risks to sensitive taxpayer data and the stability of federal programs like Social Security.

Elon Musk's access to Treasury's payment system is raising alarms. Here's what to know.

USAID staffers told to stay out of Washington headquarters after Musk said Trump agreed to close it

Associated Press USAID staffers were locked out of their systems and told to stay home Monday after Elon Musk announced that President Trump had agreed to shut down the agency, sparking protests from Democratic lawmakers who argue the move lacks constitutional authority.

USAID staffers told to stay out of Washington headquarters after Musk said Trump agreed to close it

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House Speaker Mike Johnson Scraps Last-Minute Spending Bill That Would Keep Government Funded

CBS News House Speaker Mike Johnson scrapped a last-minute measure to keep the government funded into spring and avoid a shutdown as he faced a revolt from his fellow Republicans and an increasing number of allies — including President-elect Donald Trump — objected to billions of dollars in spending that had been added to the bill.

House Speaker Mike Johnson Scraps Last-Minute Spending Bill That Would Keep Government Funded

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The power of music: How Harmony Project Tulsa is giving students a chance to play

Ryan Gillin Hundreds of students are getting a music education they didn't think they'd have a chance to get. The Harmony Project Tulsa offers free instruments and lessons after school.

The power of music: How Harmony Project Tulsa is giving students a chance to play

Ryan Gillin Hundreds of students are getting a music education they didn't think they'd have a chance to get. The Harmony Project Tulsa offers free instruments and lessons after school.

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The power of music: How Harmony Project Tulsa is giving students a chance to play

Ryan Gillin Hundreds of students are getting a music education they didn't think they'd have a chance to get. The Harmony Project Tulsa offers free instruments and lessons after school.

Fresh food funds: Cherokee Nation launches farmers market program for seniors

News On 6 The Cherokee Nation is taking applications for a new program to give Tribal Seniors funds to use at area Farmers' Markets.

Pro athletes recruit for BMX, give end-of-year pep talk at Edison High School

Emory Bryan Nine professional BMX athletes visited Tulsa's Edison High School, promoting the sport and encouraging students to follow their dreams.

Unsettled weather continues with shower and storm chances in the forecast

News On 6 Tulsa and eastern Oklahoma will continue with a chance for scattered storms this afternoon, including a low risk of severe weather. The weekend brings clearing skies and highs in the low 70s. Warmer, more typical May weather returns next week.

State Pardon and Parole Board votes to deny clemency to Tulsa man convicted of 1999 murder

Kaitlyn Deggs John Hanson, convicted of a 1999 Tulsa murder, faces execution following the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board's clemency denial. Hanson expressed remorse in a public apology, while the families of the victims say it's taken too long for justice to be served.

What to know: Initiative petition bill change advancing

Kris Crawford A bill that would limit the number of Oklahomans who can sign an initiative petition to get a question on the ballot is headed back to the State Senate with some changes from the House.

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