How the Libertarian Party that turned from Trump came to embrace him
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 KornfieldNetanyahu’s split with Biden and the Democrats was years in the making
The Israeli leader’s longtime strategy of aligning with the GOP has helped shatter the American consensus behind Israel.
By Yasmeen Abutaleb, Steve Hendrix and Tyler PagerTrump loudly heckled at Libertarian National Convention
Former president Donald Trump encountered an unusually tough crowd at the Libertarian National Convention on Saturday night as the audience loudly booed him and used noisemakers to drown out his speech.
By Meryl KornfieldBiden indirectly rebukes Trump at West Point commencement
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 PagerProgressive Democrats aren’t turning activism into election wins
Though 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 KanePro-Palestinian college protests have not won hearts and minds
Many Americans see antisemitism in them.
By Aaron BlakeThe many punts of Donald Trump
In his attempt to return to the White House, Trump has repeatedly avoided taking positions on key issues.
By Aaron BlakeHow Trump’s latest comments could violate his gag order again
After two weeks of relative calm, Trump referenced two witnesses on Monday. The comments about one of them were particularly problematic.
By Aaron BlakeIn dinging Cohen for stealing, Trump’s lawyers undercut their own premise
Trump’s lawyers landed a significant credibility blow when Michael Cohen admitted he “stole” from the Trump Organization. But at what cost?
By Aaron BlakeArizona and Florida could send a big message on abortion rights
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 Blake‘Never Trump?’ ‘Never Biden’ voters might loom larger.
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 BlakeWife of Justice Alito called upside-down flag ‘signal of distress’
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. MarimowMore 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 BalzFeds tell agencies to support domestic violence victims seeking time off
Agency heads were told “to provide enhanced support to federal workers seeking safety and recovering from domestic violence” through paid and unpaid leave.
By Joe DavidsonSpecial counsel seeks court order limiting Trump’s false claims about FBI
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 BarrettTrump to address Libertarian Party convention this weekend
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 VazquezDemocrats press Chief Justice Roberts to address ethics at Supreme Court
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 JouvenalBiden may not have coattails, but other Dems do; Alito's flags and more
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 MurphyNikki Haley is a very specific (and very typical) type of Trump voter
Even in 2020, a chunk of Donald Trump’s support came only reluctantly.
By Philip BumpIs 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 BumpAsked to pick between reality and Trump, the right’s choice is easy
On CNN, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) was asked to admit that something wasn’t true. He brushed the request away.
By Philip BumpTrump suggests Nikki Haley will be on his team ‘in some form’ after vote pledge
“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 BissetEven Donald Trump has trouble getting New York’s attention
The former president came to the Bronx on Thursday night for an unusual campaign rally. The Bronx didn’t take much notice.
By Philip BumpTrump again praises authoritarian leaders at Bronx rally
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 VinallTrump holds South Bronx campaign rally to court Black, Latino voters
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 LeVineA teen died by suicide. Is his prep school to blame?
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 Morse