Susan Collins broke her promise

And DOJ fires multiple immigration judges |

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Sunday, February 16, 2025 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT It's been nearly a month since President Donald Trump's second inauguration. Trump's effort to reshape the federal government has run into numerous roadblocks in court over the past week, with judges temporarily halting his administration's moves to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development and pause grants from the National Institutes of Health. But one federal judge allowed Trump's "deferred resignation" program for federal workers to continue. The administration was also hit with a legal challenge alleging that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is unconstitutional.   The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence, despite concerns over Gabbard's controversial foreign policy views. Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was the only Republican to oppose her confirmation, which passed in a 52-48 vote. The Senate also confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary on Thursday in a similar 52-48 vote, with McConnell being the only Republican vote against Kennedy.   On Friday, federal prosecutors in Manhattan filed a motion Friday to dismiss New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case, caving to pressure from the Justice Department to drop criminal charges against the mayor. At least six prosecutors have stepped down over the DOJ's order in the Adams case.  And Kendrick Lamar's halftime show at the Super Bowl last week is now the most-watched of all time — even passing Trump's second inauguration in total views.   Missed something? Don't worry. Here are our select columns and videos from the week. And don't forget to check out MSNBC.com for more. UNDERSTAND MORE MIMI ROCAH These prosecutors just created the blueprint for standing up to Trump The Trump administration ordered the prosecution of New York Mayor Eric Adams to be dropped, so several assistant U.S. attorneys simply quit. Read more. JALINA PORTER I'm proof the State Department always had a DEI problem. But Trump will make it worse. No matter who's president, the State Department has long had a problem with the inclusion, retention and upward mobility of its Black employees. Read more. PAUL WALDMAN Susan Collins just broke the promise she made to the American people The Senate Republicans most eager to trumpet their independence have abandoned their constitutional responsibility to "advise and consent." Read more. RAY BRESCIA Elon Musk's DOGE is executing a historically dangerous data breach A judge ordered President Trump's right-hand man to stop the unprecedented encroachment into American taxpayers' information. Read more. HAYES BROWN Trump is ruling over the first true Potemkin Congress House and Senate Republicans are arguing over budget strategy, while the Trump administration makes clear it is ready to ignore Congress. Read more. MARCIE BIANCO Google's calendar no longer recognizes Pride Month. I'm OK with that. If anything, this calendar change should make us re-examine how we, as members of the LGBTQ+ community, understand our political and social power. Read more.  MUST WATCH AYMAN MOHYELDIN DOJ fires multiple immigration judges WATCH NOW THE WEEKEND Fmr. Biden labor secretary: Trump admin is doing a 'reserve Robin Hood'  WATCH NOW WEEKENDS WITH ALEX WITT Zelenskyy says he told Trump that Putin is 'afraid of him' WATCH NOW WEEKENDS WITH ALEX WITT 'They have no policy': Rep. Crow blasts Trump administration's approach at Munich conference WATCH NOW DON'T MISS Go beyond the headlines with the MSNBC app. Read, listen and watch live breaking news and analysis, anytime, anywhere. Download the app now. A new episode of "Trumpland with Alex Wagner" is now available. Alex discusses President Trump's executive orders targeting Diversity, Equity Inclusion, and Accessibility initiatives with civil rights attorney Subodh Chandra. Plus, a look at what other Republican initiatives might be on the horizon with conservative activist Christopher Rufo. Listen now and subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for ad-free listening. MSNBC INSIGHTS Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! Join the MSNBC Insights Community. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE