Oil Prices Tumble as China-U.S. Tariffs Weaken Economic Confidence
The slide in crude prices signals deteriorating confidence in the strength of the economy.
United States Politics and Government
The House Republicans Holding Out Against Trump’s Budget and Tax Cut Plan
Hard-line conservatives concerned about the deficit are among President Trump’s most stalwart supporters in Congress. But they say they cannot in good conscience back the budget plan he has endorsed.
How Trump Is Putting Law Firms in a No-Win Situation
As Willkie Farr & Gallagher learned, cutting a deal with the White House can avert a financially punitive executive order. But doing so can draw internal rebukes and external criticism.
Adams Administration Will Give ICE Space to Operate on Rikers Island
An executive order says federal immigration agents would work with city officials on criminal investigations only. Critics say the move opens the door for wrongdoing.
Jared Isaacman, Trump’s Pick to Lead NASA, Calls Mars a Priority in Confirmation Hearing
Jared Isaacman, a billionaire entrepreneur who has twice launched to orbit in a SpaceX vehicle, will testify before the Senate on Wednesday.
Amid Tension Around H.H.S. Cuts, Kennedy Meets With Tribal Leader
The health secretary’s appearance at a tribal self-governance conference brought collegial discussions and a bit of friction.
Trump Officials Freeze $1 Billion for Cornell and $790 Million for Northwestern
The funding pause amid civil rights investigations into both universities sharply escalates the Trump administration’s campaign against elite colleges.
Trump White House Won’t Respond to Some Journalists Who Display Their Pronouns
Some Trump administration officials have declined to answer questions from several journalists on the basis of their email signatures.
Nuclear Testing Not Advised, Trump’s Nominee Says in Senate Hearing
Brandon Williams, the nominee to lead the National Nuclear Security Administration, said he would recommend reliance on “scientific information” rather than a restart of explosive testing.
Panama Official Accuses Hong Kong Port Operator of Misconduct
The controller general of Panama said CK Hutchison, a Hong Kong conglomerate, did not properly renew its license to operate two ports that are part of a $19 billion deal involving BlackRock.