Social Security head Michelle King steps down over DOGE information access: AP sources

The acting head of the Social Security Administration has stepped down over a request from DOGE to access recipient information, according to the Associated Press, citing two people familiar with the matter. Here's what to know.

Hundreds of FAA workers fired after deadly D.C. plane crash by Trump administration

The Trump administration has fired hundreds of Federal Aviation Administration employees. This comes less than a month after a deadly plane crash in Washington D.C.

Austin protest: Thousands gather at Texas Capitol to rally against Trump policies

Thousands of demonstrators were gathered for the President’s Day march and rally at the Texas State Capitol in Downtown Austin on Monday afternoon. 

Elon Musk's DOGE seeks access to IRS taxpayer data, AP reports

Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency are attempting to access millions of files that include taxpayer information, bank records, and sensitive documents.

Texas Legislature latest, TEA head testifies, Cornyn vs Paxton, and more: TWITP

The stage was set this week for what could be a state legislative session of high drama and infighting. FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of analysts have a look at some of the top stories this week.

Elon Musk, Ted Cruz call for Texas House to pass school choice bill

Ted Cruz and Elon Musk are joining a growing number of people in Washington with eyes on the Texas lawmakers as school choice moves through the Texas House.

SpaceX's Starbase one step closer to becoming official Texas town

Elon Musk's company SpaceX is one step closer to making Starbase, Texas an official town. Starbase is home of SpaceX's starship development and production facility in South Texas.

DOGE subcommittee meeting holds 1st hearing focusing on 'war on waste'

During Wednesday’s hearing, subcommittee members are assessing ways Congress can assist President Donald Trump to cut excessive government spending, while eliminating "improper payments and fraud."

Trump, Musk defend DOGE's work: 'We found fraud and abuse'

President Donald Trump signed an executive order advancing Elon Musk’s work leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Who is X Æ A-Xii? Elon Musk's son makes rare appearance at White House

Elon Musk brought his son, X Æ A-Xii, to the White House on Tuesday as he joined President Trump in the Oval Office. Here’s what to know about Musk’s son and his growing family.

Trump’s federal buyout plan stalled as judge extends hold

A federal judge has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s buyout plan aimed at downsizing the federal workforce.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is Musk's next target

Members of Elon Musk’s team have reportedly descended upon the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the latest target of Musk and President Donald Trump.

Time magazine cover puts Elon Musk behind Trump's desk

A controversial Time Magazine cover implies that Elon Musk is acting as president, not Donald Trump.

Texas Elon Musk mural defaced: 'Deny, Defend, Depose'

The words, "deny, defend, depose" were painted across a mural of billionaire Elon Musk in Brownsville, Texas.

DOGE staffer resigns after racist social media posts resurface

Marko Elez, a software engineer working on Elon Musk’s government cost-cutting initiative, resigned after past racist social media posts surfaced, raising concerns about DOGE’s influence.

What is a Roman salute? Term trends after Elon Musk's gesture at Trump Inauguration Parade

A gesture made by Elon Musk while he was speaking at President Donald Trump's Inauguration Parade Monday evening caused a stir online, with some people noting that the tech billionaire's straight-arm movement looked like a Nazi salute.