Why Nebraska’s ‘Blue Dot’ Is Roiling a Democratic House Primary
A speck of blue on an otherwise red area in some presidential elections, the dot is now dividing candidates in a key midterm contest.
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Democratic Angst Could Lead California to Change Its Primary Rules
The prospect of Democrats getting shut out of the general election for governor has spurred an effort to eliminate the state’s “top-two…
Trump Calls Iran’s Response to Latest U.S. Proposal ‘Totally Unacceptable’
The two countries have been discussing a 30-day extension to the cease-fire and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trial in 2000 Bombing Case Is Delayed Weeks Before It Was Set to Finally Start
A Saudi prisoner is accused of orchestrating the bombing of the USS Cole, which killed 17 American sailors in 2000.
Energy Secretary Floats Pause in Federal Gas Tax
The tax is a little over 18 cents a gallon for gasoline. With the average national price above $4.50, the measure will provide little relief…
A Private Call Reveals Democrats’ Desperation Over Tossing of Map
A conversation involving House members from Virginia and the top House Democrat reflected the fury and desperation that has gripped the part…
Maps: Earthquakes Shake Southern California
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.
‘No Seat for Me’: Virginia Democrats Are Forced to Play Musical Chairs
A court ruling that struck down an election map swiftly ended some Democratic House candidacies and pushed others into much tougher races.
Vance or Rubio? Trump Muses on Successor as the ‘Kids’ Fill Bigger Roles.
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are boosting their profiles, generating speculation about who’s lining up for t…
What to Do About the White House Correspondents Dinner?
A gunman’s attack at the April dinner has spurred more debate than usual about one of Washington’s most dissected rituals.
With New Bishops, Pope Leo Starts to Put His Imprint on U.S. Church
His appointments have focused on pastoral care and reflect the changing composition of Catholic pews and priests.
One Big Headache for Politicians These Days: a Messy Digital Footprint
As a new generation of chronically online oversharers runs for office, many find themselves tripped up by past statements. Their response? D…