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New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Does a Sex Assault Claim Kill a Political Career? It Depends.
The swift exit of Graham Platner from the Maine Senate race followed Eric Swalwell's similar exit from the California governor's race, but Republicans have taken a different tack.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Security Precaution Led Trump to Use Old Air Force One in Leaving Turkey
The Secret Service is said to have asked that the president not use the Qatari-donated jet when he left Ankara. The swap deepens questions about the retrofitting of the new plane.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

U.S. Begins Second Day of Strikes Against Iran
President Trump said earlier that a cease-fire was over and warned that the United States would probably hit Iran "hard."

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

When Might Graham Platner Drop Out? Here's the State of Play.
Here's what we know about the uproar in the Democratic Party's bid to unseat Senator Susan Collins.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Vance, in Wisconsin, Highlights Twin Fights, Against Fraud and Democrats
The vice president called Democrats "a party that is fighting for fraud," even as he highlighted the case of a woman who was first indicted under the Biden administration.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Democrats Grow Frustrated as Graham Platner Resists Dropping Out Quickly in Maine
Two days after a woman accused Graham Platner of rape, he had not given up his nomination for Senate in Maine, raising worries about whether and how his party might find a replacement.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

As Progressives Rack Up Wins, Hakeem Jeffries Shrugs Off Possible Challenges
In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times, Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, said he didn't consider the recent wave of anti-establishment victories "an overall critique of the party."

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

As U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire Frays, Trump Faces a Muddled War and Unpalatable Options
The president appears to be confronting the consequences of a cease-fire deal cobbled together in haste, with little movement toward resolving the key issues driving the conflict.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Judge Orders $5 Million Trump Judgment Be Released to E. Jean Carroll
Ms. Carroll had asked a federal judge to order the president to pay the judgment after a jury found he sexually abused and defamed her.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

‘Love Story,' FX's JFK Jr. Series, Picks Up Fewer Emmy Nods Than Expected
The FX docudrama about the tragic romance between John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette received fewer nominations than its competitors.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Navy Identifies Crew Member Lost in Arabian Sea Helicopter Crash
Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards was declared missing after what the Navy said was an emergency water landing during a routine patrol.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Oil Market Calm Shattered by Fresh Hostilities Between US and Iran
Oil prices are likely to remain volatile as long as the United States and Iran are unable to resolve the status of the Strait of Hormuz.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Lawmakers Target the Power of Health Insurance Giants
UnitedHealth Group, CVS Health and Cigna are battling efforts to break up their control over prescription drugs.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

In Israel, Rahm Emanuel Calls for End of Unconditional U.S. Support
The former Chicago mayor, a Democrat exploring a 2028 presidential run, delivered a speech in Tel Aviv that was sharply critical of Benjamin Netanyahu.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

If Platner Exits Senate Race, the Maine Democratic Party Chair Could Help Pick the Nominee
Charles Dingman, chair of the Maine Democratic Party and a progressive, would play a key role in choosing the state's Democratic Senate candidate if Graham Platner leaves the race.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Health Insurance Giants Are Fighting Efforts to Break Them Up
UnitedHealth Group, CVS Health and Cigna are suing states over new laws targeting their pharmacy businesses.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Why Democrats Would Probably Come Out Ahead if Platner Dropped Out
Already near the breaking point, he held no special advantage among some key Maine voting groups he was expected to win over.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

The Low-Key Lawyer at the Center of the Search for a Platner Replacement
Charles Dingman, chair of the Maine Democratic Party and a progressive, would play a key role in choosing the state's Democratic Senate candidate if Graham Platner leaves the race.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

A Conservative Role Model for Ending the Fertility Crisis
Emma Waters, pregnant with her third child, is crafting policy to encourage early parenthood. Some think she is pushing an ideology that does not meet reality.

New York Times Politics
Jul 08, 2026

A Look Back at Trump's Broadsides Against NATO Allies
President Trump has rarely missed an opportunity to castigate the Western military alliance, whose leaders he's meeting this week, as weak and ineffective.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Haley Stevens Goes on Attack Against Abdul El-Sayed at Michigan Senate Debate
At their first one-on-one debate in a top Senate race, Representative Haley Stevens accused her progressive rival, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, of being too focused on publicity as he called her a tool of corporate interests.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Top Maine Democrat Says Platner Will Have ‘No Role' in Picking Next Nominee
A top state party official said that Graham Platner's team had "repeatedly" tried to "put their thumb on the scale," but he would not influence how the party chose a new Senate candidate.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Judge Orders D.H.S. to Restore 4 States' Access to Citizenship Data
The ruling, based on an agreement the Trump administration signed with Florida last year, contradicted an earlier order by a judge in Washington that required the access be suspended.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

As Israel Loses Support in the U.S., Rahm Emanuel Criticizes Netanyahu
The former Chicago mayor, a Democrat exploring a 2028 presidential run, is in Tel Aviv calling for an end to unconditional U.S. support of Israel.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

U.S. Strikes Iran and Reimposes Sanctions After Tanker Attacks
The military operation came hours after the U.S. Treasury revoked a waiver allowing global sales of Iranian oil.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

These Maine Democrats Might Replace Graham Platner in the Senate Race
Mr. Platner has not yet withdrawn from the race after a rape allegation, but Democrats in the state and nationally are already exploring potential alternatives.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Judge Quashes Justice Dept. Subpoena in 2020 Election Inquiry
The ruling cast serious doubts on the department's efforts to reinvestigate the race, finding that it was too late to bring criminal charges in the case.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Maryland Moves Toward Redistricting Ahead of 2028
Lawmakers at a special legislative session next month will try to pass an amendment to the state constitution that should ensure new congressional maps survive a legal challenge.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Iran's Strikes on Ships in Strait of Hormuz Threaten Oil Flow
The strikes by Iran and the attacks and re-imposition of sanctions by the U.S. came weeks after the countries agreed to try to find a lasting end to their hostilities.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Justice Department Threatens Top Election Officials Over Noncitizen Voting
The letters come amid President Trump's effort to tighten election rules to prevent a problem that doesn't exist: widespread noncitizen voting.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Republican Leaders Say They've Spoken With Mitch McConnell Since Hospitalization
Two top Republican senators said they had talked to Senator Mitch McConnell, who has been hospitalized since June 14, but did not offer updates on his status or a timeline for his return.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

U.S. Revokes Iran Oil Sanctions Waiver After Attack on Tankers
A 60-day exemption allowing the sale of Iranian oil was cut short after three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Lawsuit Alleges Trump Administration Gave Iran Details on Asylum Seekers
A new lawsuit filed in the District of Columbia states that the administration allowed Iranian officials to "select" which Iranians seeking refuge in the United States would be expelled.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

The World Cup Stood as a Break From U.S. Politics. Then Trump Got Involved.
The president's call to the head of FIFA underscores that he has yet to find an area of American, or even global, life where he is unwilling to assert himself.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Bernie Sanders Calls on Graham Platner to Drop Senate Bid After Rape Allegation
Mr. Sanders was one of the last remaining prominent allies of Graham Platner, the Maine Senate Democratic nominee, to call for him to drop out after a rape allegation.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Democrats Clash Over Who Replaces Platner Even Before He Exits
Progressives and moderates are gearing up for a fight over an as-yet-undecided process in Maine to name a Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner after a rape accusation. He still wants a say, too.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Trump's Top Air Pollution Regulator Will Resign
Aaron Szabo will step down as the head of the Environmental Protection Agency's air office this month, he told employees, after overseeing rollbacks of a range of pollution limits.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Democrats Begin to Clash Over Who Replaces Platner Even Before He Exits
Progressives and moderates are gearing up for a fight over an as-yet-undecided process in Maine to name a Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner after a rape accusation. He still wants a say, too.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Nation's 250th Celebration Fireworks Sent D.C. Air Pollution Spiking
Trump promised a record display of some 850,000 pyrotechnics for the country's 250th birthday. The Park Service warned it could get dirty.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Trump Administration Guts Efforts to Prevent Gun Violence, Suppressing Reports
As the administration works to expand gun rights, hospitals and community groups have lost funding, and reports on preventing firearm injuries have vanished from government websites.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Iran's Strikes on Ships in Strait of Hormuz Test Cease-Fire and Threaten Oil Flow
A U.S. official said Iranian missiles struck two commercial ships. There was no immediate comment from Iranian officials on the reported attacks.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Iranian Strikes on Ships Test Cease-Fire and Threaten Energy Flows in Gulf
A U.S. official said Iranian missiles struck two commercial ships. There was no immediate comment from Iranian officials on the reported attacks.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Abandoned by Allies, Graham Platner Faces Pressure to End Maine Senate Campaign
After Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee in Maine, was accused of rape, much of the party and several key supporters turned against him.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Abandoned by Allies, Platner Faces Pressure to End Senate Campaign
After Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee in Maine, was accused of rape, much of the party and several key supporters turned against him.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

The History at the Smithsonian That the White House Finds Unpatriotic
The administration's report criticizing the National Museum of American History echoes themes of President Trump's push to reshape the American story.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

After Courting Black Voters, Trump Downplays Black Unemployment
The president has glossed over persistently high unemployment among African Americans, a group he needed to secure a second term.

New York Times Politics
Jul 07, 2026

New Strikes on Ships in Strait of Hormuz Test U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire
A U.S. official said Iranian missiles struck two commercial ships. There was no immediate comment from Iranian officials on the reported attacks.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Platner's Democratic Support Evaporates After Sexual Assault Allegation
Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, called the allegation false but said he would "reflect" on his political path forward, as many allies rescinded their endorsements.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

In CNN Interview, Woman Details Alleged Sexual Assault by Graham Platner
"This is something that I tried for many years to forget," the woman, Jenny Racicot, said on CNN.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

McConnell Has Been Hospitalized for 3 Weeks, and Aides Won't Say Why
Senator Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital on June 14, and his office has provided few updates about his condition. Here's what we know.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Trump Expected to Tell Turkey He Is Ready to Restore Access to F-35 Jets
The president, who is headed to a NATO summit in Ankara this week, had imposed the ban himself amid concerns that giving Turkey the jets could allow Russia to learn about their stealth technology.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Platner Faces Growing Democratic Calls to Drop Out
Even supporters like Representative Ro Khanna of California called on the Democratic nominee to exit the Maine Senate race after a report that he had sexually assaulted a woman.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Trump Tries to Take Credit for Walmart Price Cuts of Beef and Other Products
The retailer said it will lower prices for beef, produce, drinks, pools, toys, grills and summer clothing.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Who Might Replace Graham Platner if He Drops Out of the Maine Senate Race?
Graham Platner can be replaced on the ballot if he withdraws in the next week. If he does, Maine Democrats would face an uncertain two-week race to choose a replacement.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

What Polls Say About the Fight for the Senate
Two of our political reporters dig into a revealing week of surveys.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Inside Trump's Ideological Fight With the Smithsonian
Publicly and behind the scenes, the president continues to try to impose his own views of American history and culture, presenting an ongoing challenge to Lonnie Bunch, the institution's leader.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Key Health Care Panel Is Again Blocked From Meeting Under RFK Jr.
The United States Preventive Services Task Force has been stymied under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Platner's campaign has been dogged by controversy from the beginning.


New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Trump Passports Debut, Delighting Some and Dismaying Others
The Washington Passport Agency started issuing the limited-release documents with President Trump's image on Monday, catching a few applicants by surprise.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Platner Will Take Time to ‘Reflect' on Campaign After Sexual Assault Accusation
Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, called the allegation "false." He did not say if he would continue his campaign.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

What We Know About Senator Mitch McConnell's Condition
The Kentucky Republican and former Senate majority leader was hospitalized on June 14. Scant details about his condition have emerged since.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Trump Defends Asking FIFA to Review Folarin Balogun's World Cup Ban
The president said he called the head of FIFA but "didn't tell him what to do." The overturning of the ban has roiled soccer and brought renewed scrutiny to the relationship between the two leaders.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

‘Excited but Shocked': U.S. Soccer Fans Struggle With Trump's FIFA Call
Americans wrestled with definitions of fairness, after the president intervened in the World Cup to reinstate a star player.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Texas Age-Verification Law for App Stores, for Now
The law would require Apple and Google to verify the age of app store users to give parents more control over the content their children download.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Michigan Senate Primary Gives Democrats Stark Choice Between Progressive and Moderate Candidate
The state's important Senate primary just became a head-to-head battle between Abdul El-Sayed, an outspoken left-wing candidate, and Haley Stevens, a moderate backed by party leaders.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

President Rings Stock Market Opening Bell to Celebrate Trump Accounts
The government-funded savings accounts for children became available on Saturday.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Bill Frist Wants to Take Politics Out of Climate Change
Bill Frist, a surgeon who also served as Senate majority leader, has emerged as an outspoken advocate for environmental health. "A healthier planet means healthier people," he said.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

A Timeline of Trump's Pressure Campaign Against the Smithsonian
Since returning to the White House in 2025, President Trump has repeatedly denounced the Smithsonian's museums. The latest salvo came on the nation's 250th birthday.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

In Trump's Second Midterm, Democrats Are Looking for Fighters
Attitudes in the party have shifted, Democrats say, with a growing appetite for outsider candidates vowing to overhaul the system. Some worry that the trend could be costly in November.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Zyn's Popularity Has Tobacco Companies Racing to Cash In
The makers of nicotine pouches are building new plants and expanding to meet demand. While influencers claim health benefits, experts warn the products can be highly addictive.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

What Capitol Hill Interns Are Posting on Social Media This Summer
Congressional interns, usually seen but not heard, are taking to social media with viral trends and pithy posts about their outfits, lifestyles and jobs.

New York Times Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Trump Asked FIFA to Review U.S. Player's Suspension. Now He's Eligible to Play.
The reversal of Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension is highly unusual. It was the first time since 1962 that FIFA has nullified a suspension for a red card received during the World Cup.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

How Trump Put Himself in the Middle of America's 250th
The president placed his image and initiatives front and center, blurring the line, critics said, between loyalty to nation and loyalty to him.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Mallory McMorrow Suspends Senate Bid in Democrats' Heated Michigan Primary
The state senator sought to carve a middle path between a left-wing candidate and one backed by the party establishment, but she gained little traction.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Navy Ends Search for Missing Crew Member After Arabian Sea Helicopter Crash
The cause of the crash was still under investigation, but the military said it was not the result of hostile fire. A total of 14 U.S. service members have been killed in the war against Iran.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Bill Archer, Influential Texas Congressman, Is Dead at 98
Serving for 30 years, he eventually wrote virtually all tax laws considered by the House and was a major influence on budget bills as Ways and Means chairman.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

On America's 250th, Smithsonian Museums Offer Respite and Reflection
An institution under attack from the Trump administration provided relief from the weather on July 4 — and a chance to ponder what it means to be American.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Trump Administration Rolls Back Dozens of Gun Regulations
Critics say the administration is weakening public safety. Proponents say regulations would be where they were before President Joseph R. Biden took office.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

At Trump's Direction, Federal Agencies Are Abandoning Discrimination Cases
President Trump has tried to scale back anti-discrimination regulations that date back decades. Federal agencies have heeded his call.

New York Times Politics
Jul 05, 2026

In Fourth of July Speech, Trump Celebrates America and Derides Foes
A centerpiece address for the nation's 250th anniversary celebration devoted time to American history, but had all the hallmarks of a Trump rally.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

The Brooklyn Bridge Briefly Catches Fire During a Fireworks Display
The fire appeared to have been extinguished by shortly after 10 p.m., the police said. No injuries were reported.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Hosts July 4 Party Amid Tension Over New Bridge
Pete Hoekstra had made false claims that Canada hadn't fully paid for the $4.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

This California Town Banned Fireworks. Then Came the Dogs.
People flock to the coastal town of Cambria, which has become known for its fireworks ban, to give their dogs some respite on the Fourth of July.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

These Runners Celebrate July 4 at the Mount Marathon Race
The Mount Marathon Race plays a big role in the Independence Day festivities of Seward, Alaska.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Crowds Evacuated as Storms Menace Washington Ahead of Trump Speech
Thousands of people stood in security lines for hours in severe heat to reach the National Mall, only to be ordered to leave as events were set to start. Some refused.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Democrats Clash With Trump, as Political Tensions Rise on America's 250th
Gavin Newsom and Wes Moore, potential 2028 contenders, cast President Trump's record as a betrayal of American ideals, while the president disparaged their party as extreme.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

TV coverage of the Fourth of July will emphasize holiday festivities, not Trump's speech


New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Fireworks Canceled in Some Western Towns Because of Wildfire Danger
This Fourth of July, fires burning in several states have forced local officials to rethink celebration plans.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

For new citizens, it's about having their voices heard. And about pizza.


New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

At the tall ships parade, a historic bell rings out.


New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

It's heat dome 1, George Washington 0.
In Philadelphia, extreme temperatures forced the cancellation of some events, including the city's big parade and a ceremonial pitching of George Washington's field tent.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

For leader of the tall ships, some rare 18th-century cargo.
The USCGC Eagle, which leads the parade of tall ships in honor of America's 250th birthday, is carrying a rare 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Justice Alito Gives No Indication He's Ready to Step Down From the Supreme Court
This term, Justice Alito delivered major wins for conservatives on voting rights, immigration and guns. He's given no indication that he's ready to step down.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

For Leader of the Tall Ships, Some Rare 18th-Century Cargo
The USCGC Eagle, which leads the parade of tall ships in honor of America's 250th birthday, is carrying a rare 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

In Washington, oppressive heat alters plans for 250th celebrations.
The 100-degree-plus heat that has enveloped the nation's capital shut down the Great American State Fair until 5 p.m. on Friday.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

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New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin
A report from a cryptocurrency analytics firm details how those who bought the Trump memecoin have fared, with most retail investors having lost money while sophisticated traders did better.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Readers Pick the Definitive Films That Capture America
Though "Idiocracy" and "The Godfather" topped their list, the sheer range of suggestions shows how there are many ways to understand the country.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Representative Joyce Beatty Still Celebrating Victory in Kennedy Center Legal Battle
Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, said her lawsuit challenging the president's changes to the performing arts center was a fight for justice.

New York Times Politics
Jul 04, 2026

‘Who Should I Vote for?' Voters Turn to A.I. Before Casting Their Ballots
It takes effort to be an informed citizen. Artificial intelligence tools offer an alluring shortcut — but they're not without risk.

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