Appeals Court Appears Skeptical of Trump’s Ballroom Arguments
A judge asked what speedy legal recourse people might have if the government decided to bulldoze the Statue of Liberty. A government lawyer said he thought there was none.
United States Politics and Government
Many Trump Voters Are Unhappy With Handling of Iran, Economy and More Issues
The president’s base is thought to be unmovable. But one-third of these voters say they are unhappy about certain issues and are not knee-jerk loyalists.
Kennedy Center Tells Staff to Immediately Remove Trump’s Name From Documents
The center’s general counsel also said that a federal judge’s order meant the president’s name must be taken off outdoor and indoor signage by June 12.
As Ebola Outbreak Widens, Trump Has Yet to Outline a Plan
Despite long-established procedures for bringing Americans home for monitoring and treatment, the Trump administration has not said that it will allow those at risk of Ebola back into the country.
In Alabama Ruling, Supreme Court Signals Limited Role for Federal Courts in Redistricting Fights
In an emergency ruling on Tuesday night, the court’s conservative majority gave a first glimpse into congressional district battles under a weakened Voting Rights Act.
Actually, Most Immigrants Won’t Need to Leave U.S. to Get Green Cards, D.H.S. Says
But details remained scant after officials said last week that, with “extraordinary” exceptions, people seeking permanent residency must first leave the country.
Trump-Backed Candidate Wins G.O.P. Race in San Antonio District
Carlos De La Cruz, a first-time candidate, defeated a moderate rival in a U.S. House district that was redrawn to favor Republicans, but where Democrats see an opportunity.
What to Know About the Citizenship Lists Trump Wants to Create
President Trump is trying to create individual lists of citizens by state to determine who can vote, even as his administration acknowledges they would be unreliable.
Trump Administration Chips Away at Last Traces of Broad Inquiry Into Jan. 6
Two recent moves aligned the department ever more closely with President Trump’s own efforts to whitewash the events of that day.
Trump’s Pursuit of a Partnership With China Raises Concerns in India
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has a “gargantuan task” during his visit to Delhi: defuse tensions over President Trump’s anti-India aggression and overtures to China.