A Murder Charge in Georgia Exposes Complexities of the Abortion Debate
A woman who took medication to induce an abortion, and then delivered the baby, was arrested on a murder charge. But on Monday, a state judg…
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When Trump Wants Something Done, He Dispatches ICE to Do It
President Trump has increasingly used Immigration and Customs Enforcement to push personal and political objectives, and on Monday sent agen…
Mullin’s Smooth Confirmation Was a Throwback in the Senate
In choosing Senator Markwayne Mullin, who has warm relationships across the Capitol and the political aisle, President Trump was reverting t…
Markwayne Mullin Confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary
A Cherokee Nation member who has served as Oklahoma’s junior senator, Mr. Mullin will take charge at a pivotal time.
Trump Claims Victory on Memphis Crime as His Crackdown Draws Protests
Residents and state officials are divided over whether a crime task force is a welcome fix or an unwanted imposition in a city where crime w…
Trump’s Ultimatum to Iran Was Almost Up. Then He Found an Offramp.
President Trump postponed his threat to strike power plants in Iran, citing “productive conversations” with the Iranians. But officials …
‘Don’t Make Any Deal’: Trump Tells Republicans to Hold Firm on Shutdown Talks
The president is using the standoff over funding the Department of Homeland Security as leverage to pass a strict voter ID bill. Critics say…
Boston University Pulls Pride Flags, Raising Free Speech Worries
The university said the flags broke a rule against hanging signs, a policy embraced by other campuses that cracked down on protests. Profess…
‘Who Doesn’t Love Elvis?’ Trump Takes an Unexpected Detour to Graceland.
President Trump mused about whether he could beat Elvis Presley in a fistfight and used a golden Sharpie to sign a replica of one of the sin…
Trump Administration Targets Harvard With Two New Investigations
The inquiries target antisemitism and admissions policies. The university called it retaliation for refusing to give in to the administratio…
It’s a Chaotic Moment in America. That’s Not What Republicans Need.
A national mood of unease and anxiety ahead of major elections is rarely good for the party in power.
Tracking Wait Times at Major U.S. Airports
Travelers are facing long lines at airport security as the partial government shutdown has strained T.S.A. staffing. The New York Times is t…