Elizabeth G. Oyer, the Justice Department’s pardon attorney, claims she was fired after opposing the restoration of Mel Gibson's gun rights due to public safety concerns linked to his past domestic violence conviction.

Chris Wright, the new U.S. Energy Secretary, criticized the Biden administration's focus on climate change during a speech at CERAWeek, pledging a shift toward expanding oil and gas production.

Stock futures increased slightly after a sell-off triggered by recession fears. Investors are concerned about the U.S. economy as comments from President Trump and guidance from Delta Air Lines added to the anxiety. Analysts suggest fears may be overstated, with upcoming economic reports anticipated.

A Saudi defendant in the U.S.S. Cole bombing case has signed a plea offer to avoid facing a death-penalty trial, attorney Allison F. Miller announced amid uncertain conditions in her office related to expected staff and budget cuts.

Tesla's shares fell over 15% amid concerns about declining sales and Elon Musk's divisive political actions, which have negatively impacted investor confidence.