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Donald Trump is driving modernization of the East Wing, while Jeff Merkley questions the use of funds overseen by the OMB.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jun 18

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Donald Trump Jeff Merkley Office of Management and Budget

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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Trump ended the ceasefire agreement with Iran following recent attacks by Iranian forces.Mon 18:02
- The Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Mon 18:02
Jeff Merkley
American politician (born 1956)
- A bill aimed at boosting economic opportunity involves representatives Andrea Salinas and Jeff Merkley.Sat 21:21
- New legislation restricting corporate healthcare decisions was supported by Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden.Thu 17:34
Office of Management and Budget
agency that prepares and evaluates the President of the United States' annual budget to Congress
- Following an OMB expenditure conference, a committee approved the necessary appropriation for the University of the Virgin Islands.Mon 10:05
- OMB issued rules under presidential priorities governing federal grants for US institutions.Sun 23:22

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Jun 18independent.co.uk