Trump’s Gaza plan, Netanyahu meets with lawmakers: Live updates
Feb 06, 2025
Many federal workers are facing a tough decision about their careers. The Trump administration is offering a package that will allow employees to leave their jobs but be paid through September 30. Some employees are being warned that if they don't accept this offer, they may lose their jobs or be required to return full time to the office. The administration is also planning layoffs, referred to as "Reductions in Force," soon after the deadline on Thursday at 11:59 p.m. ET.
President Trump has proposed a bold and audacious plan for the United States to take ownership of Gaza and redevelop it into a “Middle Eastern Riviera.” This idea, which shocked many officials and experts, was formulated over time and originated with the president himself. While some hope this proposal will force other nations to step in with their own ideas for the Palestinian enclave, others are concerned about the feasibility and potential implications of such a plan.
In other news, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has voiced support for Trump's Gaza plan, calling it a "remarkable idea" that should be pursued. Meanwhile, the CIA has sent the White House an unclassified email listing all new hires in an effort to comply with an executive order to downsize the federal workforce, a move that has raised concerns about potentially exposing the identities of officers to foreign government hackers.
Overall, these developments underline the complex and evolving nature of political decisions and their impact on various aspects of government and society.