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Yosemite Bans Large Flags From El Capitan, Criminalizing Protests

Violators could face up to six months in jail under the new rule, which appears to have been formalized last month.

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Climbers who hang large flags or banners from El Capitan could face up to six months in jail under a crackdown on political displays by the Trump administration. A group of climbers unfurled a trans pride flag in May.

After His Trump Blowup, Musk May Be Out. But DOGE Is Just Getting Started.

With members embedded in multiple agencies, the team’s approach to transforming government is becoming “institutionalized,” as one official put it.

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Elon Musk’s mission for the Department of Government Efficiency — deep cuts in spending, personnel and projects — appears to be taking root, with DOGE staff now in key jobs across the federal government.
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