White House
The president spoke to graduates of the U.S. Military Academy at a time of numerous foreign policy challenges for the nation and the world.
By Tyler PagerMay 25, 2024
Analysis
Progressive Democrats aren’t turning activism into election winsThough pro-Palestinian protests have drawn in many progressive candidates this primary cycle, the more traditional liberal wing of the Democratic Party has shown resilience.
By Paul KaneMay 25, 2024
In January 2021, Martha-Ann Alito said the flag, a symbol embraced by election deniers, was raised outside her home in response to a neighborhood dispute.
By Justin Jouvenal and Ann E. MarimowMay 25, 2024
Analysis
More voters are identifying as Republicans. That could bode ill for Democrats in November.At a time when Democrats are worried about turnout and levels of support, recent polls on which party voters identify with offer sobering data.
By Dan BalzMay 25, 2024
The decision to invite Trump to speak at Saturday’s convention is the latest battle in a raging, contentious war over the party’s direction.
By Meryl KornfieldMay 25, 2024
Many Americans see antisemitism in them.
By Aaron BlakeMay 22, 2024
In his attempt to return to the White House, Trump has repeatedly avoided taking positions on key issues.
By Aaron BlakeMay 22, 2024
After two weeks of relative calm, Trump referenced two witnesses on Monday. The comments about one of them were particularly problematic.
By Aaron BlakeMay 21, 2024
Trump’s lawyers landed a significant credibility blow when Michael Cohen admitted he “stole” from the Trump Organization. But at what cost?
By Aaron BlakeMay 20, 2024
The abortion rights position has won in seven of seven states post-Roe v. Wade. But Arizona and Florida are especially big — as are the margins by which their ballot measures lead.
By Aaron BlakeMay 20, 2024
Biden’s ceiling of support is actually lower than Trump’s right now. It’s a stark reversal from 2020 — with major implications.
By Aaron BlakeMay 18, 2024
Perspective
Feds tell agencies to support domestic violence victims seeking time offAgency heads were told “to provide enhanced support to federal workers seeking safety and recovering from domestic violence” through paid and unpaid leave.
By Joe DavidsonMay 25, 2024
The Trump Cases
After Trump suggested FBI agents were given special instructions to use deadly force, special counsel Jack Smith wants a court order limiting Trump’s public comments.
By Devlin BarrettMay 24, 2024
Elections
Live updates from the 2024 campaign trail, with the latest news on presidential candidates, polls, primaries and more.
By Amy B Wang, Azi Paybarah, Patrick Svitek and Maegan VazquezMay 24, 2024
Sens. Dick Durbin and Sheldon Whitehouse say flags flown outside the homes of Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr. mean he must recuse himself from Jan. 6-related cases.
By Ann E. Marimow and Justin JouvenalMay 24, 2024
Podcast
Martine Powers chats with national political reporter Michael Scherer and White House reporter Tyler Pager. They unpack the most important campaign moments of this past week.
By Renita Jablonski and Mary Jo MurphyMay 24, 2024
Analysis
Nikki Haley is a very specific (and very typical) type of Trump voterEven in 2020, a chunk of Donald Trump’s support came only reluctantly.
By Philip BumpMay 24, 2024
Analysis
Is the New York trial changing minds about Trump’s guilt?Comparing new polling with polling from January doesn’t suggest much of a shift.
By Philip BumpMay 24, 2024
Analysis
Asked to pick between reality and Trump, the right’s choice is easyOn CNN, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) was asked to admit that something wasn’t true. He brushed the request away.
By Philip BumpMay 24, 2024
“I’m sure she’s going to be on our team in some form, absolutely,” Trump said, saying he “appreciated” former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley’s pledge of support.
By Victoria BissetMay 24, 2024
Analysis
Even Donald Trump has trouble getting New York’s attentionThe former president came to the Bronx on Thursday night for an unusual campaign rally. The Bronx didn’t take much notice.
By Philip BumpMay 24, 2024
Trump said Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Xi Jinping and Viktor Orban were “at the top of their game, whether you like it or not.”
By Praveena Somasundaram and Frances VinallMay 24, 2024
Elections
The former president sought to appeal to young people and voters of color, criticizing the Biden administration’s immigration policies while casting himself as a better president for minorities.
By Marianne LeVineMay 23, 2024
Charlie Schnell killed himself after his parents say the Landon School ignored warning signs and accused him of drawing a racist image. Now they’re suing.
By Dan MorseMay 23, 2024
Elections
Live updates from the 2024 campaign trail, with the latest news on presidential candidates, polls, primaries and more.
By Maegan Vazquez, Mariana Alfaro, Amy B Wang, Patrick Svitek and Azi PaybarahMay 23, 2024
Israel-Gaza War
The administration continues to describe Israel’s military action in Rafah as “limited,” but acknowledges civilian suffering is worsening.
By Karen DeYoung, John Hudson and Missy RyanMay 23, 2024
