Courts Must ‘Check the Excesses’ of Congress and the President, Roberts Says
The chief justice, in rare public remarks, defended judicial independence before a crowd of lawyers and judges.
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Federal Judge Casts Doubt on Trump Arguments in Venezuelan Migrants Case
The judge pressed a lawyer for the Justice Department on the government’s role and responsibilities in the men’s deportation and incarceration in El Salvador.
RFK Jr. Announces New Database for Research Into ‘Root Causes’ of Autism
The director of the National Institutes of Health previously floated — then walked back — the idea of an autism registry, alarming researchers and parents.
Trump Withdraws Surgeon General Nomination and Announces New Pick, Dr. Casey Means
The president said on social media that he would nominate Dr. Casey Means, confirming that he had withdrawn the nomination of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, his first pick, a former Fox News contributor.
Trump Says U.S. Won’t Drop Tariffs Ahead of China Talks
The Treasury secretary and trade representative plan to meet with Chinese officials this weekend to discuss trade and economic matters.
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Welcomes U.S. Help to Ease Tensions With India
The comments from Khawaja Muhammad Asif came after India said its forces had struck nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir in response to a terrorist attack last month.
A Most Sensitive Subject in the White House: Where Is Melania
Mrs. Trump has spent fewer than 14 days at the White House since her husband was inaugurated 108 days ago.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Voting Fraud Charges
A county judge, two City Council members and a former county election administrator are among Ken Paxton’s targets as he elevates his “election integrity” accusations to criminality.
Trump Administration Welcomes World Cup Visitors to Enjoy a Nice, but Brief, Stay
Top officials offered a message that stuck to the Trump administration’s focus on minimizing legal immigration and removing those who overstay their visas.
Johnson Rules Out an Aggressive Plan to Cut Medicaid as G.O.P. Moderates Waver
The Republican speaker’s decision underscored the resistance in his party to politically painful reductions to the program, and drew a backlash from the hard right, which is demanding deep cuts.