US Domestic Developments: From Mass Layoffs to Trade Enforcements

Recent US domestic news highlights include significant government layoffs, settlement of a defamation judgment by Giuliani, legislative moves to enforce trade laws against China-supported companies, and Trump's comments on the Keystone pipeline and the science policy nominee's warning on China's competitive edge.

The U.S. government is undertaking substantial staff reductions, using the Office of Personnel Management as a model for future federal layoffs.

Rudy Giuliani has settled a defamation case with Georgia election workers, paying a significant judgment for claims related to the 2020 election.

Senate Democrats are urging the EPA to halt efforts to reclaim climate funds, noting legal concerns and job risks.