Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.

Trump admin recalls USAID staff worldwide amid foreign aid freeze

The Trump administration is recalling USAID staff from overseas, placing most on leave as part of a broader foreign aid freeze. The move effectively dismantles the agency's global presence and has sparked backlash from diplomatic and humanitarian groups.

Trump says US will 'take over' Gaza Strip, doesn't rule out troop deployment

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, marking the first foreign leader visit of Trump’s second term.

China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list
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President Trump?s tariffs on China took effect Tuesday morning, with China announcing retaliatory tariffs just moments after.

RFK Jr. advances to final Senate vote for HHS secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial environmental lawyer turned public health critic, is set to find out on Tuesday if he has cleared the first hurdle to become the nation’s top health official when the Senate Finance Committee votes on his nomination.

50 states, 50 protests against Project 2025, Trump orders planned for Feb. 5

Protests against Project 2025 and President Donald Trump's executive orders are planned for Wednesday at state Capitol buildings in all 50 states.

ERO Houston deports accused child rapist to Mexico
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ICE's ERO Houston deported Nestor Flores Encarnacion, a 58-year-old foreign fugitive, to his home country of Mexico Jan. 23. Flores is an undocumented alien who illegally entered the U.S. four times to evade prosecution in Veracruz, Mexico, for rape of a child.

China responds to Trump's tariffs: See the list

China has announced retaliatory tariffs on select American imports and an antitrust investigation into Google.

Tariffs paused on Mexico, Canada
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President Trump opted to pause hefty tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada on Monday. In exchange, both nations agreed to step up border security.

Texas National Guard allowed to make immigration arrests
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A deal between Texas Governor Greg Abbott and President Donald Trump's administrations will allow the Texas National Guard to make immigration arrests. FOX 4's Amelia Jones talked to a constitutional attorney about the change.

Teacher pay, school vouchers a priority for legislators
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Gov. Greg Abbott has named raising teacher pay and school vouchers as a priority for this legislative session. A bill could go up for a vote as early as tomorrow.

Judge extends block on Trump’s federal funding freeze

President Donald Trump issued a directive last week to temporarily suspend all federal grants and loans.

What is a tariff? Why Trump delayed them for Mexico and what it means for the US

President Donald Trump has said that he will delay tariffs on Mexican imports for at least a month as the country south of the U.S. has said they will reinforce the border with 10,000 members of the National Guard immediately.

Pay raises for teachers in TX?: Abbott's state address
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Gov. Greg Abbott delivered his annual 'State of the State' address. He discussed his legislative priorities and the ideas he'll be revisitng from the last season. Dr. Matthew Wilson joined Good Day to discuss.

What is USAID, the government agency Musk, Trump aim to shut down?

The U.S. Agency for International Development – or USAID – is on the cusp of being shut down, according to Elon Musk.