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Bondi was confirmed by a vote of 54-46, and will now take the reins at the Justice Department at a moment when it is facing questions about the risk of political influence at the department.

Sammy Miller and The Congregation specializes in joyful jazz—music that feels good. Be prepared to smile, tap your feet, and feel the rip-roaring high energy of this acclaimed jazz band. After a decade of headlining some of the most prominent jazz festivals in the country, Sammy Miller brings his infectious joy and upbeat sound to The Conrad. Visit: https://transaction.theconrad.org/2403/2471 Sammy Miller & The Congregation on Instagram and Facebook

Among the most intensely admired composers in jazz, Wayne Shorter is a true legend whose career stretched over half a century. The golden era of this saxophonist’s extraordinary musical journey was marked by the formation of his quartet with Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade, who went forth to confound all preconceptions of jazz in a prolific 24 years of concerts and GRAMMY® Award-winning recordings. Shorter’s great musical legacy lives on through this kindred trio, as they take to Zero Gravity—a shared fearlessness espoused by their mentor and Zen guru. Frequently hailed as one of the most influential saxophonists of his generation, Mark Turner rounds out this inspired exploration of the unknown. Performing their own interpretations of Shorter’s compositions, this quartet seeks to honor his pivotal contributions to jazz. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/legacy-of-wayne-shorter/ Wayne Shorter on Instagram and Facebook

“Classical music doesn’t get much more life-enhancing than this.” — The Guardian HAYDN String Quartet, Opus 54, No. 2 RAVEL String Quartet in F Major BEETHOVEN String Quartet Opus 59, No. 1 Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/takacs-quartet-3/ Takács Quartet on Instagram and Facebook

With his Bantu Ensemble, rising star cellist, singer, improviser, and composer Abel Selaocoe moves with virtuosic grace across genres, broadening both the scope and audience of classical music while blending African and Western European traditions. Visit: https://theconrad.org/events/abel-selaocoe-bantu-ensemble/ Abel Selaocoe on Instagram and Facebook

In a brief note posted on the international development agency's website, almost all employees were told they would be put on leave. The note ended with the words, "Thank you for your service."

Over the weekend, Trump announced 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. On Monday he cut deals to postpone the tariffs for at least a month. Business leaders in the cross-border region say the back and forth is disruptive.

The details on FBI employees comes in response to a Justice Department memo last week, asking for names of all current and former FBI personnel who worked on Jan. 6 cases or the prosecution of Hamas leaders.

President Trump said the entity would focus on cutting government waste and slashing federal regulations, and he put tech billionaire and adviser Elon Musk in charge.

The department tracks student achievement, manages college financial aid and sends K-12 schools money to support students with disabilities and lower-income communities, among other things.