5 Things to Know About Senator John Cornyn of Texas
He is fighting for political survival against a primary challenger backed by President Trump.
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Christian Menefee Defeats Al Green in Houston-Area House Seat
The showdown, manufactured by a Republican gerrymander, created one of many generational clashes consuming Democrats this cycle.
Evacuation Orders Lifted as Southern California Chemical Tank Cools
The risk of an explosion or spill has fallen, and the authorities said late Tuesday that all evacuated residents can go home. Some have begu…
As Republicans Battled in the Runoff, Talarico Sought to Unify Democrats
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, has been raising money and looking to unite his party for the general election.
5 Things to Know About Representative Al Green of Texas
He is a veteran lawmaker and a vocal critic of President Trump who is facing a runoff against a fellow Democratic member espousing generatio…
5 Things to Know About Representative Christian Menefee of Texas
Mr. Menefee, one of the newest members of Congress, beat Representative Al Green, a Democrat who is more than twice his age, in a primary ru…
Trump May Appear at N.B.A. Finals in New York
President Trump is said to be considering the appearance after his hometown team, the Knicks, clinched a championship spot.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Keeps Picking Up Snakes. Is He Doing It Right?
The health secretary wrangled two nonvenomous snakes while visiting Florida in a video that drew widespread attention.
When to Expect Results in the Texas Primary Runoff
Unofficial results will start coming in after polls close at 7 p.m. local time. They will be posted on the state’s voter portal.
Trump Administration Wants Federal Employees to Sign Nondisclosure Agreements
Lawyers representing federal workers said the move is intended to chill speech and could be challenged on First Amendment grounds.
Manny Fernandez, Bulwark of Dolphins’ Defense, Dies at 79
He played a critical part in Miami’s 17-0 season in 1972, which ended with his spectacular defense in Super Bowl VII against Washington.
Runoff Polls in Texas Senate Contest Have Favored Ken Paxton
Mr. Paxton, a Texas Senate candidate, has led Senator John Cornyn in all but one independent poll in the Republican primary runoff.