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Jun 04, 2026

Jan. 6 Rioter Is Hired to Work in Sensitive Pentagon Office
It was not clear who hired Elias Irizarry, who pleaded guilty to various offenses at the Capitol and was later pardoned by President Trump.

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Jun 04, 2026

Senators Cassidy and Booker Ask Judge to Maintain Block on $1.8 Billion Fund
Bill Cassidy, a Republican, and Cory Booker, a Democrat, maintained that the fund was "an immediate and dire threat to our constitutional order and the authority of Congress."

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Jun 04, 2026

Kennedy Center Tells Staff to Immediately Remove Trump's Name From Documents
The center's general counsel also said that a federal judge's order meant the president's name must be taken off indoor and outdoor signage by June 12.

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Jun 04, 2026

Republicans Defeat Move to Bar Trump From Creating Compensation Fund
Senator Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York, introduced the motion, which would have sent the G.O.P. immigration bill back to committee. Three Republicans up for re-election voted for it, but it still fell short.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

Supreme Court Finds S.E.C. Can Strip Wrongdoers of Illegal Financial Gains, Even Without Proof of Victim Loss
The justices unanimously sided with the independent financial watchdog, finding that the agency could collect ill-gotten money, even if it could not show victims had suffered financial loss.

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Jun 04, 2026

Granted Clemency by Trump, Scores of Jan. 6 Rioters Have Been Accused of New Crimes
At least 97 of those who were charged in connection with the Capitol riot have reoffended in the years since the attack, the nonprofit publication Lawfare has found.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

G.O.P. Toiling to Defeat Proposal Barring Trump From Creating Compensation Fund
The Senate floor ground to a standstill as Republicans struggled to cobble together the votes to defeat a proposal that would send their immigration bill back to committee and ban President Trump's fund.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

John Bolton, Ex-Trump Adviser, Reaches Deal to Plead Guilty Over Classified Information
The former Trump national security adviser plans to plead guilty to a count of illegal retention of classified information, which could result in a fine and possibly prison time of up to five years.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

Senate Voting on Motion to Bar Trump From Creating Compensation Fund
Senator Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York, introduced the motion. A handful of Republicans have indicated that they would support such a measure, which needs just 50 votes to pass.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

John Bolton Reaches Deal to Plead Guilty Over Classified Information
The former Trump national security adviser plans to plead guilty to a count of illegal retention of classified information, which could result in a fine and possibly prison time of up to five years.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

Supreme Court Backs F.C.C. Power to Levy Fines Against Cellphone Carriers
AT&T and Verizon said they were deprived of their right to a jury trial when the agency penalized the companies for failing to protect consumer information.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

How We Are Illustrating Trump's Plans to Remake Washington
With the East Wing turned to rubble, our Graphics staff set out to show what exactly the president planned to build there and elsewhere.

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Jun 04, 2026

Trump Says He Plans to Nominate Blanche for Attorney General
Todd Blanche has been serving as the acting attorney general. A formal nomination to the post would be the president's latest move to place loyalists in top government jobs.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

The Democrats' Big Decision: Black Representation or More Blue Seats?
As Republicans break up majority-Black House districts, Democrats must decide whether to preserve seats concentrated in urban areas or push them into white suburbs to target G.O.P. seats.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

With His New Museum, Obama Offers a Trip to a Parallel America
The presidential center that opens this month seems out of step with the zeitgeist of the moment and produces emotional reactions among the discontented of the Trump era.

New York Times Politics
Jun 04, 2026

Amid War, Iran's Soccer Leader Works to Get His Team to the World Cup
Mehdi Taj said his federation has been dealing with FIFA, not the United States, in trying to obtain visas for Iran to play in the tournament that begins next week.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Massie, 3 Other House Republicans Broke From Trump on Iran War Powers Vote
Four Republicans from different ideological factions crossed party lines to vote with Democrats in favor of reining in the president's power to wage war unilaterally.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Republicans Begin to Test the Limits of Trump's Power by Flexing Their Own
The president's unilateral and retributive style of governing is starting to hit a wall in both chambers of Congress.

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Jun 03, 2026

Louisiana ICE Facility Mistreated Immigrants, Federal Investigators Say
A report by the Department of Homeland Security's internal watchdog described officers putting one man in a chokehold and stabbing another with a pen.

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Jun 03, 2026

As Ebola Outbreak Widens, Trump Has Yet to Outline a Plan
Despite long-established procedures for bringing Americans home for monitoring and treatment, the Trump administration has not said that it will allow those at risk of Ebola back into the country.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

House Passes Iran War Powers Resolution in Bipartisan Rebuke to Trump
A measure to direct an end to U.S. engagement in Iran was adopted with a handful of Republicans in support, sending a signal of opposition to the president's handling of the war.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Obscure Group With Trump Ties Plans to Route Funds to His Allies for Legal Fights
A nonprofit called the Lawfare Defense Fund has raised $36 million to support those who consider themselves unjust victims of the legal system with grants to pay for litigation.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

‘I Love It': Trump Is Still in Favor of $1.8 Billion Payout Fund
Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, said on Tuesday that the administration was "not moving forward with the fund, period," after the plan drew bipartisan backlash.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

In Alabama Ruling, Supreme Court Signals Limited Role for Federal Courts in Redistricting Fights
In an emergency ruling on Tuesday night, the court's conservative majority gave a first glimpse into congressional district battles under a weakened Voting Rights Act.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Trump Signs Executive Order Removing Job Protections From Federal Workers
The order is a response to resistance during the first Trump administration, when senior career government officials routinely pushed back against policies that appeared to exceed legal boundaries.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

House Votes to End Iran War, in a Bipartisan Rebuke to Trump
A measure to direct an end to U.S. engagement in Iran was adopted with a handful of Republicans, sending a signal of opposition to the president's handling of the war.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Park Service Awards No-Bid Contract to Cover Bridge Statues in Gold
Originally estimated to cost $2.4 million, the government will now spend $5 million to restore the bronzes in time for Independence Day.

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Jun 03, 2026

G.O.P. Revives Immigration Bill, Weighing Ban on Trump's Fund
Several Republicans suggested they would insist on adding a measure to bar the president from creating a fund to pay people who claim to be victims of government persecution.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Bessent Calls Clash With Bill Pulte a ‘Locker Room' Fight
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he had an argument with the housing finance director last year but now supports his appointment as acting director of national intelligence.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

The Narrow Path to a Democratic Senate Runs Through Very Red States
Democrats cheer there is a way, even as new worries emerge over whether Graham Platner can flip a Maine seat. Republicans remain confident they will prevail in Texas, Iowa and Alaska.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

In Apparent Reversal, Mullin Says Abrego Garcia Could Be Deported to Costa Rica
Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia has long said he would willingly go to Costa Rica. His lawyers sent the new homeland security secretary's comments to the judge handling his deportation case.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

An Uncertain Path for Americans Exposed to Ebola
Despite long-established procedures for bringing Americans home for monitoring and treatment, the Trump administration has not said that it will allow those at risk of Ebola back into the country.

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Jun 03, 2026

Trump Administration Fights Court Order to Refund Some Tariffs
The administration has started to repay some of the money, but has signaled it may make it harder for certain businesses to claim the full amount they are owed.

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Jun 03, 2026

How a Prisoner Ended Up Alone in Court in a Death Penalty Case
The episode at the war court alarmed death penalty lawyers, who argued that the judge had a duty to suspend the proceedings to protect the rights of the defendant.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Six Questions Out of Tuesday's Big Primaries in California, Iowa and Elsewhere
Who will run California? Can Democrats win Iowa? Here's what happened, and what might be next.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Sam Forstag Wins Democratic House Primary in Montana's 1st Congressional District
Sam Forstag's candidacy will test a liberal theory that left-leaning politicians running in Republican strongholds can do better in general elections than moderates have done historically.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Mullin Says ICE Training Going Back to ‘Regular Standards'
The immigration agency had apparently cut training requirements as a part of its enforcement push over the past year.

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Jun 03, 2026

‘Infuriated' Former Judges Take on Trump
Critics say it is unseemly for retired judges to trade on the prestige of their former positions.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Trump Suggests Vance and Rubio Should Run Together in 2028 Election
President Trump said Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio should split a ticket, without mentioning who should be at the top.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Bari Weiss Speaks on Scott Pelley's '60 Minutes' Firing: ‘That's the Path That He Chose'
In her first public comments on the firing, Ms. Weiss, the CBS News editor in chief, said that the longtime correspondent had "broken" the trust in the newsroom.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Out of Time to Delay, House to Vote on Trump's Power to Continue War in Iran
A measure to direct the president to halt U.S. engagement in Iran had been on track to pass in late May, but Republican leaders postponed action. They have run out of time to delay the vote.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Spencer Pratt Suggests He Can Be a Mayor for all L.A. Residents, as Vote Counting Continues
The former reality TV star has tried to broaden his platform, talking about Los Angeles's homelessness and drugs problem.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

5 Takeaways From the California Primary Election
Without a dominant candidate in the governor's race, Democratic voters ultimately wanted to ensure that their party wasn't shut out of the general election.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Democratic Voters Acted Strategically in a Turbulent California Election
Without a dominant candidate in the governor's race, Democratic voters ultimately wanted to ensure that their party wasn't shut out of the general election.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

California Governor's Race Remains Too Close to Call
Steve Hilton, a Republican, and Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, were leading in election night returns. Tom Steyer, another Democrat, urged patience as more votes were being counted.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Republican support for same-sex marriage has fallen by 18 percentage points since 2022.
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Jun 03, 2026

Scott Wiener and Connie Chan Will Face Off in House Race to Succeed Nancy Pelosi
State Sen. Scott Wiener and Supervisor Connie Chan were the top two finishers in the open primary to represent San Francisco as Nancy Pelosi retires.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Wiener and Chan Will Face Off in House Race to Succeed Nancy Pelosi
State Sen. Scott Wiener and Supervisor Connie Chan were the top two finishers in the open primary to represent San Francisco as Nancy Pelosi retires.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Marni von Wilpert and Jim Desmond Advance in a San Diego-Area House Race
Ms. von Wilpert's win in Tuesday's open primary eliminated Democrats' fears that two Republicans would advance to November in the 48th Congressional District.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Incumbent Karen Bass Advances to L.A. Mayoral Election in November
Her opponent remains undetermined.

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Jun 03, 2026

Scott Wiener Advances in House Race to Succeed Nancy Pelosi
State Sen. Scott Wiener will be one of two candidates in the general election to represent San Francisco as Nancy Pelosi retires.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

A Trump Endorsement Falls Flat: 4 Election Takeaways From Iowa and Beyond
The president's pick for governor of Iowa lost his primary, while Democrats in the state chose their nominee in what they hope will be a competitive Senate race.

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Jun 03, 2026

Representative Brad Sherman to Face Larry Thompson in November
The 15th-term congressman will face a Republican film producer after they both advanced in a nonpartisan House primary in Southern California.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Gregg Hull Wins G.O.P. Nomination to Be New Mexico Governor
Gregg Hull, the former mayor of Rio Rancho, a suburb of Albuquerque, will try to break the Democrats' hold on the southwestern state.

New York Times Politics
Jun 03, 2026

Becerra's Heritage Appeals to Many Latino Voters, but Some Shrug
If Xavier Becerra wins the primary, he has a strong chance of becoming California's first Latino governor since 1875. That's a draw for some Latino voters, but other factors are driving their votes.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Pacific Palisades Voters Remain Frustrated by Fire Aftermath
Residents of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles headed to the polls on Tuesday. Many are waiting for their homes to be rebuilt.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

U.S. Is Said to Be Investigating George Santos Over Kalshi Betting
The former congressman was referred to federal authorities after he bet on his own attendance at the State of the Union address, a person familiar with the matter said.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Spencer Pratt's L.A. Mayor Campaign Is Fueled by Out-of-Town Cash
Mr. Pratt, a former reality TV star, has proved adept at raising funds among people who cannot vote for him. His rivals in the race have taken a more local approach.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

These voters feel like L.A. city residents, but their ballots say otherwise.
After hearing about the Los Angeles mayor's race for months, some voters realized Tuesday that they don't have a say in it.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

In California Election Results, Beware the Red or Blue ‘Mirage'
Exactly when and how votes are counted in California can give misleading indications that a candidate is ahead.

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Jun 02, 2026

Josh Turek, a Paralympian, Wins the Democratic Senate Primary in Iowa
Mr. Turek, a state lawmaker, beat Zach Wahls in a contest that tested the party's anti-establishment fervor.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Radio Host With Trump's Support Wins Republican House Primary in Montana
Aaron Flint defeated three other Republicans, including Christi Jacobsen, the Montana secretary of state.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Supreme Court Clears the Way for Republican-Friendly Map in Alabama
In the first major case since the justices narrowed the Voting Rights Act, the court cleared the way for Alabama to use a map preferred by Republicans that eliminates a majority-Black district.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Katie Porter: 5 Facts About the Candidate for California Governor
The former House member built her reputation by grilling corporate executives, and she has a strong command of policy. But questions about her demeanor have been a drag on her campaign.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Nithya Raman: 5 Facts About the Candidate for Los Angeles Mayor
Ms. Raman, a progressive Democrat, surprised many allies when she entered the Los Angeles mayor's race at the last minute.

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Jun 02, 2026

Voters in Los Angeles Say They ‘Don't Have a Lot of Good Choices'
Many said they were struggling to choose from candidates they saw as uninspiring in both the mayor's and governor's races.

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Jun 02, 2026

Deb Haaland wins nomination in New Mexico governor's race
Ms. Haaland, a former Interior secretary, took a big step toward making history as the first Native American woman to be a governor when she won the primary in her Democratic state.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Ashley Hinson Wins the Republican Senate Primary in Iowa
Representative Hinson, a third-term lawmaker, was the favorite of Republican leaders and donors. The general election is expected to be unusually competitive.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Karen Bass: 5 Facts About the Incumbent Los Angeles Mayor
The incumbent Los Angeles mayor started her term with strong approval ratings, but she lost support with voters after the fires last year that devastated the region.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

How Does California's ‘Top Two' Voting System Work?
California voters can choose any primary candidate, regardless of party, and two candidates from the same party can potentially face off in the general election.

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Jun 02, 2026

5 Things to Know About Representative Ashley Hinson, Senate Candidate in Iowa
Ms. Hinson is a former journalist who is supported by President Trump. She is heavily favored to win the Republican nomination.

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Jun 02, 2026

5 Things to Know About the Iowa Senate Candidate Josh Turek
A gold medalist on the U.S. men's wheelchair basketball team, Mr. Turek is running as a "common-sense moderate."

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Jun 02, 2026

5 Things to Know About the Iowa Senate Candidate Zach Wahls
The progressive Democrat went viral as a teenager with a speech defending marriage equality.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Spencer Pratt: 5 Facts About the Candidate for Los Angeles Mayor
The reality TV star has used his status as a victim of the Palisades fire to mount an outsider campaign portraying Los Angeles officials as incapable of solving the city's problems.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

When to Expect Results in the June 2 Primaries
Voters in six states have primaries today. Election officials predict that results will come in late Tuesday or early Wednesday.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Swalwell Departure Scrambled Race for California Governor
Eric Swalwell was one of the leading contenders, but when he dropped out amid sexual assault allegations, his Democratic rivals saw a chance to win more voters.

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Jun 02, 2026

Josh Turek and Zach Wahls Make Final Pitches in Senate Primary
Josh Turek and Zach Wahls, the Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate, made their final pitches as voters took to the polls on Tuesday.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Graham Platner Meets With Senate Democrats Amid Texting Scandal
Mr. Platner, the likely Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, met in Washington with several senators. Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, dodged questions about his confidence in Mr. Platner.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Steve Hilton: What to Know About the California Governor Candidate
Mr. Hilton was the right-hand man of Prime Minister David Cameron in Britain and a Fox News host before he ran for California governor.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Steve Hilton: 5 Facts About the Candidate for California Governor
Mr. Hilton was the right-hand man of Prime Minister David Cameron in Britain and a Fox News host before he ran for California governor.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

War Games and Warnings on Strait of Hormuz Went Unheeded by Trump
Over the past two decades, Iran repeatedly threatened to close down the waterway. President Trump underestimated Iran's ability to do so.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Pushing Treatment, Trump Administration Limits Housing Aid for Homeless
Congress and a court blocked a previous effort to revamp homeless programs. Even a scaled-back version marks the sharpest change in homelessness policy in a generation.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

California House Primaries Offer Clues in Battle for Control of Congress
Proposition 50 has created a handful of key races where Democrats will choose candidates to pit against vulnerable Republican incumbents. Generational challenges have infused other contests.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Tom Steyer: 5 Facts About the Candidate for California Governor
He is a billionaire who appeals to many progressive groups in California.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

How a Republican Switcheroo Stifled Competition to Succeed Steve Daines in Montana
Senator Steve Daines withdrew his candidacy for re-election moments before the filing deadline, and then endorsed Kurt Alme in what appeared to be a coordinated swap to preclude competition.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Billionaires and Silicon Valley Have Flooded California's Races With Cash
Tom Steyer has spent a staggering $216 million on his campaign for governor. Tech titans have lined up behind one of his rivals. And in other races, rich donors are spending big.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Order Shielding Trump Family From I.R.S. Audits Will Remain, Blanche Says
The acting attorney general said the administration was preserving a broad order shielding the president and his family from audits of already filed returns, despite dropping a $1.8 billion payout fund.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Administration Argues for Power Over Philadelphia Slavery Memorial
More than 100 onlookers packed a ceremonial courtroom for legal arguments before an appeals court about the presentation of history at George Washington's former residence.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Thomas Kean Jr., Missing NJ Congressman, Issues Statement Promising ‘Transparency'
Representative Thomas Kean Jr., a Republican who has been absent from Congress and the campaign trail since March, suggested it could be weeks before he returned to work.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

G.O.P. Works to Jump-Start Immigration Bill After Trump Retreat on Fund
Republicans hoped the acting attorney general's vow that the administration was "not moving forward" with a fund for people claiming to be victimized by the government would unlock the votes.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Xavier Becerra: 5 Facts About the Candidate for California Governor
Mr. Becerra has become an unexpected front-runner in the race for California governor after lagging in polls for months.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Who Can Vote for Mayor of Los Angeles?
Many residents in the region mistakenly think the mayor is their leader.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Justice Dept. Won't Proceed With Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund, Blanche Says
The acting attorney general told lawmakers that he would leave in place an order forcing the I.R.S. to drop investigations into President Trump, his family and his businesses.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Why We Might Not Know California's Election Results for Days
Polls will close at 8 p.m. local time, but California's meticulous review process and heavy reliance on mail ballots mean races may not be called quickly.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

In Cedar Rapids, a Voter Expects — and Receives — Personal Attention
A Democratic voter was leaning toward Zach Wahls in the Senate primary. A visit from Josh Turek made her think twice. Then came a call from Mr. Wahls.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Rubio Suggests U.S. Return to Global Vaccine Program in Rebuke of Kennedy
Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated in pointed testimony to senators that he was reclaiming control of the U.S. relationship with Gavi, an international vaccine alliance.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Immigration Bill Teeters as G.O.P. Awaits Clarity on Trump's Fund
The top Senate Republican said he had been assured that the acting attorney general would make a ‘very definitive, very clear' statement on the fund at a House hearing.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

Blanche Expected to Address Concerns Over $1.8 Billion Fund
The acting attorney general's testimony comes a day after the Justice Department signaled it would abide by a court ruling halting the fund temporarily.

New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

California remade its congressional map to favor Democrats. Here's what changed.


New York Times Politics
Jun 02, 2026

White House Correspondents Dinner Rescheduled for July
The dinner was abruptly cut short in April when a gunman disrupted the proceedings. President Trump said that he would attend.

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