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Jun 16, 2026

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Jun 16, 2026

Justice Dept. Considering Death Penalty for Alleged National Guard Shooter
Federal prosecutors told a judge that they were deciding whether to seek the death penalty if Rahmanullah Lakanwal is convicted of killing a National Guard specialist.

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Jun 16, 2026

Trump Breaks Up Education Dept., Prompting Worries Over Civil Rights
Special education programs and the civil rights office will be moved out of the Education Department, the most aggressive move yet by the Trump administration to dismantle the agency.

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Jun 16, 2026

At Least 5 Charged in Alleged Plot to Attack White House During U.F.C. Event
Charging documents outlined an ambitious plan involving explosive-laden drones and rifles, but left less clear that the conspirators had the means to carry it out.

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Jun 16, 2026

‘Are You Now or Have You Ever Been' Review: Who Is Naming Names?
Anna D. Shapiro revives Eric Bentley's play about the House Un-American Activities Committee's investigation of the entertainment industry.

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Jun 16, 2026

Trump Administration Shifts Special Education Programs to Health Department
Officials announced that the Education Department's civil rights office would also be broken off, the most aggressive move yet to dismantle the department.

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Jun 16, 2026

Vance Is Pressed on Epstein, Race and His Boss on ‘The View'
Vice President JD Vance is promoting a new book on faith and facing questions about his own presidential ambitions.

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Jun 16, 2026

After U.S. Strike on Iranian School, Months Pass Without Answers
U.S. officials have not publicly acknowledged responsibility for the deaths or released a report on their findings from an investigation into the Feb. 28 strike.

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Jun 16, 2026

Vance's Book Tour Begins With a Visit to ‘The View'
The vice president is promoting his book about faith and facing questions about his political ambitions and the war with Iran.

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Jun 16, 2026

Takeaways From JD Vance's New Book ‘Communion,' on Faith and His Political Ambitions
In a new memoir, Mr. Vance recalls an "unsettling" meeting with Vatican officials on immigration policy and disavows his infamous disparagement of some Democrats as "childless cat ladies."

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Jun 16, 2026

Iran Will Enter Nuclear Talks With the Trump Administration Feeling Emboldened
Despite military setbacks during the war, Tehran is presenting a narrative of victory before negotiations with Washington.

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Jun 16, 2026

Iran Will Enter Nuclear Talks Feeling Emboldened
Despite military setbacks during the war, Tehran is presenting a narrative of victory before negotiations with Washington.

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Jun 16, 2026

What to Watch in Primary and Runoff Elections in Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma
The top race of the day is in Georgia, where Republican voters will pick a nominee to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat.

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Jun 16, 2026

Gas Prices May Remain High Despite US-Iran Deal
The preliminary agreement may not have an immediate effect on prices at the pump. Damaged infrastructure and risky transport could keep costs up.

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Jun 15, 2026

Montana Democrats Are Divided Over How to Win a Republican-held Senate Seat
A rift in Montana between the Democratic nominee and an independent candidate could boost Republican hopes of holding on to an open seat in conservative territory.

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Jun 15, 2026

Potential End of War Tests Trump's Promise of Quick Economic Rebound
Gas prices and other goods could remain elevated for months, adding to the political challenge facing the White House in the midterm elections.

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Jun 15, 2026

Kennedy Orders Woman to Stay in Hantavirus Quarantine, Despite C.D.C. Recommendation
Others who were in the facility have been allowed to return to their homes in recent weeks for monitoring by local health officials.

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Jun 15, 2026

Alabama and Georgia Runoff Elections Offer a New Test of Trump's Influence Tomorrow
The Peach State, as well as Alabama, will offer new tests of Trump's influence.

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Jun 15, 2026

Inside the Partisan Battle Over America's 250th Birthday Celebrations
President Trump sidestepped a congressional commission and formed his own group to plan the festivities. The result is a deeply partisan celebration, disgruntled celebrities and plenty of confusion.

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Jun 15, 2026

How Kratom, an Addictive Gas Station Drug, Found Allies in Trump's Cabinet
With support from Markwayne Mullin and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the kratom industry is pursuing a potentially lucrative policy. Mr. Mullin owns equity in a company that could benefit.

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Jun 15, 2026

Dan Sullivan Namesake Is Disqualified From Alaska Senate Ballot
Republicans had accused Democrats of attempting to confuse voters by boosting a candidate with the same name as the incumbent Republican senator.

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Jun 15, 2026

U.S. and Iran Sign a Framework Deal, Leaving Major Issues for Future Talks
U.S. and Iranian officials said the deal included a 60-day cease-fire to pave the way for negotiations toward a final peace agreement and talks on Iran's nuclear program.

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Jun 15, 2026

Algae Is Turning the Reflecting Pool Green. Again.
Algal blooms have hit the site, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, after a $14.2 million repair project.

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Jun 15, 2026

Lawmakers Warn Trump Officials Not to Pursue Arch Project Without Congress
In a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and national parks officials, several Democrats and a Senate independent said that members of the administration could face fines and even criminal prosecution.

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Jun 15, 2026

America250 Plans July 4 Concert in L.A., Competing With Trump
The nonprofit, established by Congress a decade ago and separate from President Trump's Freedom 250, will bring Smashing Pumpkins and other acts to Los Angeles on July 4.

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Jun 15, 2026

Democrats Warn Trump Officials Not to Pursue Arch Project Without Congress
In a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and national parks officials, lawmakers said that members of the administration could face fines and even criminal prosecution.

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Jun 15, 2026

Kennedy Seeks to Expedite Appeal of Ruling That Blocked His Vaccine Policies
The health secretary is trying to restart the work of a panel that advises the government on vaccines, after a judge froze its decisions and prevented it from meeting.

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Jun 15, 2026

The Look of Patriotism at Trump's UFC Fight
From the athletes to the Octagon Girls, the Freedom 250 Flag Day event was a fashion show in red, white and blue.

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Jun 15, 2026

The Look of Patriotism at Trump's U.F.C. Fight
From the athletes to the Octagon Girls, the Freedom 250 Flag Day event was a fashion show in red, white and blue.

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Jun 15, 2026

Supreme Court Declines to Revive Former Trump Adviser's Lawsuit Against James Comey
The Justice Department in April agreed to pay Mr. Page, a former adviser to President Trump's 2016 campaign, $1.25 million to settle other claims.

New York Times Politics
Jun 15, 2026

Trump Arrives for Group of 7 as Allies Rethink Their Relationship With U.S.
President Trump has long been at odds with European leaders over trade, Ukraine and NATO, but he has lashed out in recent weeks over their refusal to support the U.S. war with Iran.

New York Times Politics
Jun 15, 2026

Trump Winds Down the War He Started With Goals Unmet
While the president says the agreement with Iran would open the Strait of Hormuz and provide economic relief, the country's nuclear program is still a subject for negotiation.

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Jun 15, 2026

Deal to Reopen Hormuz Kicks Off Long Effort to Ease Energy Crisis
The pace of the recovery will depend on how confident companies are that the deal between the United States and Iran will hold and be extended.

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Jun 15, 2026

Trump Heads to Group of 7 as Allies Rethink Their Relationship With U.S.
President Trump has long been at odds with European leaders over trade, Ukraine and NATO, but he has lashed out in recent weeks over their refusal to support the U.S. war with Iran.

New York Times Politics
Jun 15, 2026

Alabama's Senate Primary Runoff Again Tests Trump's Hold on G.O.P.
Representative Barry Moore, an early backer of the president during his first campaign, faces Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL tapping into the excitement for outsiders.

New York Times Politics
Jun 15, 2026

Frustrated by Courts, Trump Weighed Suspending a Constitutional Right
Secret memos show that the White House debated last year, to a greater degree than previously known, whether to limit habeas corpus rights for undocumented immigrants.

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

Trump Claims Strait Will Be ‘Permanently Toll-Free' Under Agreement With Iran
In a call to The New York Times, President Trump praised Russia's and China's leaders and described Israel's prime minister as "a very difficult guy."

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

U.F.C. Viewing Party Draws Thousands to White House Ellipse
People from all over the country came to Washington on Sunday for a unique viewing party of the Ultimate Fighting Championship bouts being held on the South Lawn of the White House.

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

Trump's U.F.C. Event Comes as Backing of Young Men, Once a Strength, Wanes
Some Republicans see a political opening in Sunday's fights at the White House. Democrats say they see a distraction from more pressing matters.

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Jun 14, 2026

Trump Claims Strait Will be ‘Permanently Toll Free' Under Agreement With Iran
In a call to The New York Times, President Trump praised Russia and China's leaders and described Israel's prime minister as "a very difficult guy."

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Jun 14, 2026

How to Watch the U.F.C. 250 Freedom Fights at the White House
Seven bouts will take place in an arena created on the South Lawn for the Ultimate Fighting Championship event, which coincides with President Trump's 80th birthday.

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Jun 14, 2026

Mitch McConnell Is Hospitalized, His Spokesman Says
No details were given about the 84-year-old former majority leader's condition, but he has had a string of health issues in recent years.

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Jun 14, 2026

Trump Owns Shares in Company Hosting U.F.C. Bout as Part of His Vast Holdings
The Trump Organization says the president has no control over his stock positions, including that of TKO Group, which runs the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

Merger Cleared, David Ellison to Join Trump at U.F.C. Bouts
A U.F.C. fight on President Trump's birthday will now double as a capstone for Paramount's successful effort to secure Justice Department approval for a mega media merger.

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

Trump at 80: A President ‘Really Uncomfortable' With Aging
Even for a president known for imposing his own reality on every situation, Mr. Trump has not outrun scrutiny over his age.

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Jun 14, 2026

Merger Cleared, David Ellison to Join Trump at U.F.C. Bout
A U.F.C. fight on President Trump's birthday will now double as a capstone for Paramount's successful effort to secure Justice Department approval for a mega media merger.

New York Times Politics
Jun 14, 2026

How Redistricting Pit Wasserman Schultz Against Black Democrats in Florida
Four candidates running in a historically Black district risk dividing the Black vote and losing to Ms. Wasserman Schultz, who is white.

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Jun 14, 2026

The G7 Summit Is Dogged by Chaos and Divided by Trump
Group of 7 meetings once embodied the effort to sustain the global diplomatic order. This year's gathering, starting on Monday, symbolizes its fragmentation.

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Jun 14, 2026

President Trump Endorses Mike Collins in Georgia Senate Runoff
Mr. Trump backed Mr. Collins over Derek Dooley, a former football coach who is supported by Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican whose relationship with the president is strained.

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Jun 13, 2026

Trump Administration Reignites Its Feud With Anthropic Over Latest A.I. Models
The administration's surprise restrictions Friday cut off foreign access to Anthropic's latest models and sparked another round of finger pointing.

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Jun 13, 2026

Trump Again Picks Personal Lawyer for a Top Job, as U.S. Attorney in Manhattan
James M. McDonald, a veteran former federal prosecutor and regulator, has more recently been part of President Trump's legal team, appealing his criminal conviction.

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Jun 13, 2026

Yosemite Ranger's Suit Over Trans Flag at El Capitan Is Dismissed
The ranger, who was fired after hanging the flag, sued the government on free speech grounds. On Friday, a judge dismissed the case, saying the court lacked the authority to rule.

New York Times Politics
Jun 13, 2026

At the Kennedy Center, a Name Change Shrouded in Uncertainty
President Trump's name was removed from the arts institution's facade overnight on Saturday. Many questions remain, including whether or not it stays off.

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Jun 13, 2026

James Talarico Plays Up Spurs' Past Glory in Campaign Ad Aimed at Texas Voters
The Democratic candidate for Senate looked to gain crossover appeal with a spot emphasizing teamwork and his own experience as a teacher in San Antonio.

New York Times Politics
Jun 13, 2026

With a Deal Seemingly Close, the U.S. Faces an Iran More Willing to Withstand Pressure
The war has produced regime change, but Iran's new leaders are more willing to take risks and believe they have already absorbed the worst that America and Israel can deliver.

New York Times Politics
Jun 13, 2026

Independent Cascadia? Greater Idaho? Disunited States Look Toward Divorce
At a moment when even the prospects of dialogue seem far-fetched, movements to redraw state lines to link like-minded regions, or even to secede from the union, are gaining strength.

New York Times Politics
Jun 13, 2026

Trump Is Losing Ground With White Working-Class Voters on the Economy
A review of polling data shows an extraordinary swing among white working-class voters on the president's handling of the economy.

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Jun 13, 2026

How Sergio Gor Is Transforming the Role of U.S. Ambassador in the Trump Era
From his post in New Delhi, Mr. Gor has become a force in U.S. foreign policy, chasing business deals and stunning diplomats by reversing a long-planned embassy building project.

New York Times Politics
Jun 12, 2026

Judge Dismisses Republican Group's Case Against the University of Florida
A campus group the university banned after accusations of antisemitic behavior failed to prove it had its First Amendment rights violated, the court ruled.

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Jun 12, 2026

Judge Blocks National Parks From Removing ‘Negative' Signs and Depictions of Slavery
The ruling accused the Trump administration of engaging in censorship by taking down materials at parks across the country.

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Jun 12, 2026

Trump Administration Says It Will Restart Asylum and Immigration Processing
The response came after a federal judge rebuked officials for failing to immediately comply with the order he issued last week.

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Jun 12, 2026

Gavin Newsom and Hunter Biden Would Like Your Attention, Please
The two men chatted on Mr. Newsom's podcast about Democrats, Joe Biden, Graham Platner, phone addiction and other topics.

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Jun 12, 2026

Trump's Haphazard Midterm Leadership Puts Republicans in a Bind
The president and his party have had a rough start to June, after a spring full of MAGA primary victories and redistricting gains.

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Jun 12, 2026

Two Dan Sullivans? Alaska Republicans Suggest Kicking One Off the Ballot in Senate Race
The lieutenant governor and the top elections official, both Republicans, are investigating whether the challenger coordinated with a Democrat to confuse voters.

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Jun 12, 2026

Federal Agents Search Voting Rights Group in Ohio
It was not immediately clear what the investigators were looking for, but a board member with a progressive group said members had been served with search warrants.

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Jun 12, 2026

Judge Declines to Halt UFC Fight at the White House on Trump's Birthday
In a ruling on Friday, Judge Amit P. Mehta wrote that the lawsuit arrived last minute and failed to show how the event irreversibly harmed the individuals who sued.

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Jun 12, 2026

Blocking Trump's Fund, Judge Presses for Guarantee It Won't Move Forward
The ruling was the strongest effort to date to hold the administration to its word that its plans to create the fund have actually been set aside.

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Jun 12, 2026

FISA, a Key U.S. Spying Power, Is Expiring. What Does That Mean for Foreign Surveillance?
Top officials and some lawmakers say letting a powerful spying authority expire on Saturday will leave the United States dangerously blind. But surveillance can still continue.

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Jun 12, 2026

Fact-Check: Trump's Claims About His Arch, Reflecting Pool Repairs and Other Renovation Projects
President Trump has made false or exaggerated claims of a Civil War-era push for a triumphal arch, hundreds of millions spent on repairs on the Reflecting Pool, and an absence of working fountains.

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Jun 12, 2026

China Arrests U.S. Scholar on Spying Charge
The arrest of U Min Zin, who did graduate studies at U.C. Berkeley and directs a research group on Myanmar, took place soon after President Trump met with Xi Jinping in China.

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Jun 12, 2026

Storms Could Disrupt U.F.C. Event at the White House on Sunday
Forecasters said the weather around Washington is likely to be hot and stormy.

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Jun 12, 2026

The World Is Draining Oil Reserves, Raising Pressure for a Peace Deal
The amount of oil and fuel stored by businesses and governments has fallen sharply since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.

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Jun 12, 2026

AIPAC Wants Democrats to Back Israel. Instead, They're Turning on AIPAC.
Once the guardian of the bipartisan pro-Israel consensus, it is now a polarizing force in the party.

New York Times Politics
Jun 11, 2026

China Has Arrested U.S. Scholar Who Studies Myanmar Politics
The arrest of U Min Zin, a graduate student at U.C. Berkeley and founder of a research group in Myanmar, took place soon after President Trump met with Xi Jinping in China.

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Jun 11, 2026

What to Know About Jay Clayton, Trump's Pick for Intelligence Director
Mr. Clayton, the U.S. attorney in Manhattan and a former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, has been overseeing an office known for prominent cases.

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Jun 11, 2026

Some States Opt Out of Trump's ‘Great American State Fair'
At least five have declined to participate, the latest sign that the national 250th birthday celebration has become a fragmented and partisan affair as the president seeks his imprint.

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Jun 11, 2026

Melania Trump Unveils New Investment Accounts for Foster Children
The program allows states to invest benefits they receive on behalf of foster children in their care.

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Jun 11, 2026

Some States Pull Out of Trump's ‘Great American State Fair'
At least five have declined to participate, the latest sign that the national 250th birthday celebration has become a fragmented and partisan affair as the president seeks his imprint.

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Jun 11, 2026

Gabbard Revokes Biden-Era Assessments on Mysterious Ailments
Earlier reviews had cast doubt on the idea that a foreign adversary was behind Havana syndrome, a range of symptoms that American spies and diplomats reported.

New York Times Politics
Jun 11, 2026

Justice Dept. Pushes Limits of Its Power Over State Elections
The department once tried to stay out of state elections, urging caution. It is now pressing forward with claims of fraud as President Trump revives his unfounded assertions that elections cannot be trusted.

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Jun 11, 2026

Trump Picks Jay Clayton for Director of National Intelligence After Backlash Over Bill Pulte
The president said he would nominate Jay Clayton, the U.S. attorney in Manhattan and the former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, for the permanent role.

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Jun 11, 2026

Postal Service Issues Proposal to Block Mail Ballots in States That Don't Turn Over Data
Democrats and voting-rights groups have challenged the proposed rule as a harmful federal intrusion that could affect millions of voters who cast their ballots by mail.

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Jun 11, 2026

Trump Unveils UFC ‘Claw' Ahead of Cage Match at the White House
The towering claw will be the site of an Ultimate Fighting Championship cage match on Sunday, which is President Trump's 80th birthday.

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Jun 11, 2026

Avril Haines, Former Intelligence Chief, Will Lead Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
In the run-up to the invasion of Ukraine, Ms. Haines helped devise the strategy of declassifying evidence of Russia's military buildup in an effort to rally European allies.

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Jun 11, 2026

Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Rehab Care, Analysis Shows
Two reports by U.S. investigators reveal how Medicare Advantage is quick to reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient services.

New York Times Politics
Jun 11, 2026

More Trump Losses in Court and a Federal Judge in Hot Water
A roundup of legal news from the last week.

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Jun 11, 2026

Trump Administration Pushes Limits of Election Investigations
The Justice Department once tried to stay out of state elections, urging caution. It is now pressing forward with claims of fraud as President Trump revives his unfounded assertions that elections cannot be trusted.

New York Times Politics
Jun 11, 2026

House Rejects Bill to Extend Surveillance Power With FISA Section 702 Set to Expire
A measure to temporarily continue a key surveillance law fell well short of the support needed to pass, further raising the chances that it will lapse on Saturday.

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Jun 11, 2026

Trump and Hegseth Broadcast U.S. Military Strikes Before They Happen
Commanders do not usually speak publicly about future operations to avoid jeopardizing the mission's success.

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Jun 11, 2026

Can't Pay Medical Bills? Trump Administration Suggests Getting a Loan
One-third of Americans shoulder health care debt. Insurers are being asked to consider lending money to Obamacare consumers who can't afford higher deductibles.

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Jun 11, 2026

These Young Politicians Want to Fix America's Housing Problems
A cohort of young Millennial and Gen Z politicians have centered their campaigns this year on housing costs, and the divide is more generational than partisan.

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Jun 11, 2026

A Youthful Crop of Politicians Run on Housing, and Their Own Rent
A cohort of young Millennial and Gen Z politicians have centered their campaigns this year on housing costs, and the divide is more generational than partisan.

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Jun 11, 2026

Conor McGregor's Comeback: A Tale of Banned Drugs and a Famous Doctor
McGregor, the Ultimate Fighting Championship's main attraction, had the support of the prominent sports physician Neal ElAttrache when he decided to use performance-enhancing drugs.

New York Times Politics
Jun 11, 2026

Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Special Care, Analysis Shows
Two reports by U.S. investigators reveal how Medicare Advantage is quick to reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehab services.

New York Times Politics
Jun 10, 2026

Top Pentagon Official Worked Closely With C.I.A. Officer Later Found With Gold Bars
David Rush, the C.I.A. employee, worked on a highly classified China spying program with Stephen A. Feinberg, the Pentagon's second-ranking official.

New York Times Politics
Jun 10, 2026

Maine Senate Race Heats Up as Trump Attacks Platner
With Graham Platner now the Democratic nominee against Senator Susan Collins, signs of how hostile the race will be have quickly emerged.

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Jun 10, 2026

Democrats Try to Move Past ‘Cultural Pandering' to Latinos for Midterm Elections
The party is trying desperately to win back some voters in the key swing group.

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Jun 10, 2026

Trump's ‘Secret Mission' to Ferry Oil Past Iran Was Widely Disclosed
A U.S. military official said the president's seemingly dramatic announcement on Wednesday referred to a previously reported effort to shepherd commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

New York Times Politics
Jun 10, 2026

Mace Defeat Heralds an Exodus of Rabble-Rousers From Congress
The Republican congresswoman from South Carolina, who made enemies on both sides of the political aisle, is just one of several flashy lawmakers to be leaving Capitol Hill.

New York Times Politics
Jun 10, 2026

FISA Surveillance Law May Expire After Trump Picks Bill Pulte for Intel Post
Republicans are struggling to extend a powerful surveillance authority set to lapse this weekend after President Trump alienated lawmakers with his choice of acting spy chief.

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