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ActBlue May Have Misled Congress on Vetting Foreign Donations, Its Lawyers Warned

The Democratic fund-raising group is facing investigations from the Justice Department and congressional Republicans ahead of the midterm elections.

5 Takeaways From Trump’s Address on Iran

President Trump did not define a clear path out of the conflict, which he estimated would end within three weeks.

Transcript: Trump’s Speech on Iran War

The president made his case for the U.S. attack, and said that the main objectives had been achieved.

Judge Finds Border Officials Violated Previous Order on Warrantless Arrests

A federal judge in California ordered agents to thoroughly document any future stops in an area spanning 34 counties.

U.S. Lifts Sanctions on Venezuela’s New Leader, Delcy Rodríguez

Removing sanctions would allow Delcy Rodríguez, the country’s acting leader, to conduct business with U.S. companies and potentially meet with President Trump.

D.H.S. Inspector General Inquiry Focuses in Part on Corey Lewandowski

The investigation comes as administration officials have fielded complaints about how Kristi Noem’s top adviser, Corey Lewandowski, dealt with companies seeking federal contracts.

In Speech, Trump Is Expected to Call Iran War a Success

Trump Initially Laid Out Five Goals for the Iran War. Here’s Where They Stand.

The United States and Israel have done significant damage to Iran’s military capabilities. But Iran still fires missiles, has nuclear material and coordinates with militias in the region.

Trump Has Discussed Firing Attorney General Pam Bondi

President Trump has not made a final decision, but he has floated the idea of replacing Ms. Bondi with Lee Zeldin, the E.P.A. administrator.

Trump-Backed Candidate in Louisiana Primary Also Praised DEI. Will It Hurt Her?

Representative Julia Letlow of Louisiana, running to challenge Senator Bill Cassidy, is facing conservative blowback over remarks from 2020.

Bondi Is Vulnerable as Republican Frustrations Over DOJ’s Epstein Files Missteps Grow

Ms. Bondi’s critics inside and outside the administration say she has made unforced errors that have turned the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files into a political crisis.

Iran Is Skeptical About Diplomacy, U.S. Intelligence Says

Any decision by Iran to keep fighting would complicate President Trump’s stated goal of trying to end the war within weeks.

Immigrant Families Are Cautiously Hopeful Over Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case

As the high court heard arguments on whether to limit birthright citizenship, many people pondered what the decision could mean for future generations.

The D.H.S. shutdown is the longest in history.

Pipe Bomb Defendant Says He May Adopt Debunked Account as Defense

Court papers show that Brian Cole Jr.’s lawyers might seek to blame a former Capitol Police officer whose name first surfaced in a right-wing media account and whom the F.B.I. briefly investigated.

Senate and House Republicans Strike Deal to End DHS Shutdown

A bill to reopen the department, which the House G.O.P. rejected on Friday, could be approved as early as Thursday. It was a sharp turnaround by the lawmakers and President Trump.

Five Takeaways From the Supreme Court’s Birthright Citizenship Case

The justices grappled with questions about domiciles and foundlings, avoided policy debates and mused about the sweep of possible rulings.

Pentagon Is Doubling Fleet of A-10 Attack Planes in Middle East

The slow-moving A-10 “Warthog” is a so-called close-air support plane that could be used to help U.S. ground forces seize territory near the Strait of Hormuz.

Ocasio-Cortez Says She Will Oppose All U.S. Military Aid to Israel

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York said she would oppose U.S. military aid to Israel, including for defensive systems.

Homeland Security Dept. Asks Workers for Videos of Their Shutdown Hardships

The department’s public affairs office is seeking 30-second “selfie videos,” part of a push to pressure lawmakers to strike a deal.

Trump Administration Scales Back Plan to Dismantle Consumer Protection Bureau

A new filing asks a federal court to allow the White House to dismiss much of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s remaining work force, but not close the bureau entirely.

‘I Don’t Care About That’: Trump Says Iran’s Enriched Uranium Is Not a Concern

President Trump’s statement was the second time in 24 hours that he had declared that the nuclear problem with Iran had been solved, despite all evidence to the contrary.

Didn’t the Supreme Court already hear this case?

Under Trump’s Approach to Birthright Citizenship, ‘Foundlings’ Given Up for Adoption Could Be Stateless

Abandoned infants would have to produce evidence that at least one of their biological parents was a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Ending Birthright Citizenship Would Disproportionately Affect Asian Legal Immigrants

A new study found that an end to universal birthright citizenship would disproportionately affect babies born to Asian parents.

Forget the 14th Amendment. A 1952 law also takes on birthright citizenship.

Democrats Start to Hammer Vulnerable Republicans Over War in Iran in Ads

“Look at that gas pump,” a new ad from a liberal group says. It is targeting Representative Derrick Van Orden of Wisconsin over his support for the war effort.

Can Trump declare that his birthright rules apply only in the future?

Birthright Citizenship Plan Faces Data, Cost and Legal Hurdles

Experts warn that enforcing President Trump’s order to limit birthright citizenship would require building an expensive and fragmented verification system.

Placing U.S. Troops in Middle East Hotels May Violate Laws of War

U.S. commanders have kept many troops away from bases in the region to protect them from Iran’s ballistic missile attacks.

The early exception to birthright citizenship for Native Americans and why it matters.

Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order Draws Lines Scholars Find Indefensible

Different treatment for mothers and fathers is at odds with a 2017 Supreme Court decision, and other ideas in the order are hard to understand.

Bruce Springsteen Brings Fiery Speeches and Songs to Minneapolis

The E Street Band opened its Land of Hope and Dreams tour on Tuesday night, where the musician asked the crowd to choose “unity over division and peace over war.”

What Is Birth Tourism and How Common Is It?

The term refers to pregnant women who travel to the United States to give birth so that their baby can have American citizenship.

Trump Attends Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Then Leaves an Hour In

President Trump’s presence in the court, a presidential first, put him face to face with justices whom he has tried to bully and intimidate.

Lawyer Arguing at Supreme Court to Save Birthright Citizenship Is a Birthright Citizen

She has spent much of her career defending immigrants’ rights in America.

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Trump Reveals New Look for White House Ballroom After Times Article

Architects and preservation organizations have warned that little scrutiny has been given to the project’s design plans.

Is Iran a Political Problem for Trump? Tell Me How Long the War Lasts.

Historically, quagmire abroad and high prices at home are the ingredients of a failed presidency.

Why This Jump in Gas Prices Feels Different

A state-by-state look at the increase and how it could affect you.

How Anonymous Bettors Cashed In on the Iran Strike, Just Hours Before It Happened

Polymarket users placed hundreds of bets of at least $1,000 predicting an imminent American strike, raising concerns about insider trading.

Write It Up! How Fast Do Our Journalists Type?

When it comes to breaking news, it’s a race not only to get the story, but to record it. We tracked down some of the speediest fingers in our newsroom.

How New Mexico Became an Obamacare Success Story

Affordable Care Act enrollment has dropped across the United States since the enhanced federal subsidies expired. But New Mexico has record numbers of people signing up.

Ozempic Is About to Go Generic in India, China and Canada

In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions.

People Are Making Money Betting on Pretaped ‘Survivor’ Episodes

Prediction markets for reality shows suggest bettors are profiting from inside information. (We asked a tribal council of lawyers to weigh in.)

A Third of Americans Have Cut Spending or Borrowed Money for Health Care

A new survey finds many people are skipping meals or driving less, making sacrifices to pay for the rising cost of medical care.

Why Does Child Care Seem Less Affordable Than Ever?

It has always been expensive, but recently prices have risen faster than inflation.

High Turnout, Unusual Coalitions: Lessons From the Texas Primary

Talarico’s victory got a lot of attention, but Cornyn’s showing may be the most consequential result.

Crockett vs. Talarico. Progressive vs. Moderate. Right?

The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.

New A.C.A. Plans Could Increase Family Deductibles to $31,000

The Trump administration is proposing Obamacare plans that it says will lower health insurance premiums. But critics warn they would make care unaffordable.

Who Won the Olympics? All the Ways to Count We Could Think Of.

Which country won the most events on snow, ice or sliding track? Here are all the ways we could think of to track the medal count.

A Cancer Detection Test Fails in Major Study

A closely watched clinical trial in Britain that screened blood for early detection of cancer did not show a reduction in diagnoses at later stages of the disease.

What Do A.I. Chatbots Discuss Among Themselves? We Sent One to Find Out.

We interviewed our bot about what it learned on Moltbook, the A.I.-only social network.

How Much Will Trump’s Approval Rating Matter in the Midterms?

It’s not too early to consider the connection, and readers also have questions about the economy.

RFK Jr. Allies Target States to Overturn Vaccine Mandates for Schools

Proponents of vaccines warn that the efforts will further dismantle the immunization infrastructure and lead to more outbreaks of disease.

U.S. Health Officials Defend Rejection of Moderna’s Flu Vaccine

The F.D.A.’s refusal to examine the company’s mRNA shot drew widespread criticism from doctors and was divisive within the agency.

TrumpRx: What to Know About Insurance Benefits, Pricing and Savings

People may be able to pay less for prescriptions with their insurance rather than via the new government website. The Trump drugstore is meant to help people buy medications using their own money.