Virginia’s map war lays bare state’s sharp partisan turn as legal fight looms
Virginia's redistricting fight heads to the state Supreme Court after a county judge blocked certification of a narrowly approved ballot measure.
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Defense Department scientist’s accidental death raises questions as probe into missing scientists grows
A government chemist who researched Novichok nerve agents died in a 2022 incident ruled accidental, but colleagues and family say it doesn't add up.
A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump
In 2024, the president made significant inroads with Hispanics. But in a competitive Arizona congressional district, voters now express dismay at his feud with the pope.
Rubio Says Iran’s Soccer Team Can Attend World Cup
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that while the players were welcome, anyone accompanying them who has links to the Iranian military would be denied entry.
Trump Cabinet member scraps Obama-era gender identity housing rule, cites ‘biological reality’
HUD halted enforcement of an Obama-era rule on gender identity in federally funded housing and shelters, shifting policy to recognize only biological sex.
Trump Reposts Anti-Immigrant Tirade Calling China and India ‘Hellhole’ Places
The president touched off a furor with his post sharing a podcast episode in which the host referred to China and India as “hellhole” places.
Trump Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Cease-Fire by Three Weeks
The president made the announcement after he hosted a meeting at the White House of Israeli and Lebanese diplomats.
U.S. Blew Through Expensive Weapons in Iran War
Commanders are concerned about the Pentagon’s shift of long-range precision weapons from the Asia-Pacific region to the Middle East, congressional officials say.
‘Lame duck’: Jeffries rips DeSantis after Florida invitation as redistricting fight heats up
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries rips Ron DeSantis as a "lame duck" governor amid a heated Florida redistricting battle ahead of the key 2026 midterms.
Dems jockeying for Newsom endorsement give passing grades on issue that ignited ‘poop map’ crisis
Democratic candidates gave Newsom no lower than a B-minus on homelessness, drawing sharp criticism from Republicans at a California gubernatorial debate on Wendesday.