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New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Trump Is Said to Have Proposed a New Helipad at the White House
The exhaust from helicopters' engines has been known to occasionally scorch the grass on their landing zones.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Justices Hint at Strains as Supreme Court Comes Under Scrutiny
Traveling across the country, justices defend the role of the court even as strained relations among its members emerge in writing and remarks.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

He's Been Impeached and Indicted. He Has a Chance in Texas' Senate Race.
The fate of Ken Paxton, the conservative Texas firebrand, could decide whether Republicans keep control of the Senate.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Trump Moves to Admit 10,000 More White South Africans as Refugees
The Trump administration argues that an "emergency refugee situation" in South Africa merits bringing more Afrikaners to America, at a cost of some $100 million.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Trump Threatens Iran and Then Pulls Back, All in the Same Day
President Trump has repeatedly said he'll restart military action against Iran, only to stop short of plunging the United States directly back into an unpopular war.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Justice Dept. Sets Up $1.8 Billion Fund That Could Funnel Money to Trump Allies
The arrangement was denounced by critics as a slush fund for supporters of President Trump, possibly including Jan. 6 rioters.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

TrumpRx Adds Generic Drugs, With Mark Cuban, GoodRx and Amazon
President Trump announced the addition of 600 medicines to his online drugstore as he appeals to Americans concerned about high drug prices and affordability.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Why Josh Shapiro Isn't Acting Like Other Potential 2028 Candidates
The Pennsylvania governor's in-state focus is a contrast with other possible presidential hopefuls.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Harvard Asks Federal Judge to Dismiss Trump Lawsuit
The Trump administration sued Harvard earlier this year over allegations it had not done enough to combat antisemitism on campus.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Trump Says He Authorized New Strikes on Iran, but Has Decided to Hold Off
President Trump has repeatedly threatened new military action against Iran, only to pull back from resuming major fighting in a deeply unpopular, expensive conflict.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Citing Ebola Outbreak, U.S. Restricts Entry From Congo, Uganda and South Sudan
The order is in effect for 30 days and does not apply to American citizens or U.S. service members.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Hegseth Campaigns for Trump Loyalist in Kentucky House Race
The campaign appearance was an extraordinary breach of military decorum, even for Mr. Hegseth, who has stretched the boundaries of partisan politics as defense secretary.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

He's Been Impeached and Indicted. He Has a Chance in Texas's Senate Race.
The fate of Ken Paxton, the conservative Texas firebrand, could decide whether Republicans keep control of the Senate.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

What is Trump's $1.776 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization' Fund?
The Trump administration is creating a $1.8 billion fund to compensate people it says were wronged by the federal government, a group that could be largely made up of the president's allies.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Georgia Republicans Grasp for a Contender to Take On Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff
On the eve of their primary, Republicans have grown nervous about their prospects in November against Mr. Ossoff, regarded as the most vulnerable Democratic senator in the fall midterms.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Justice Dept. Announces $1.8 Billion Fund in Settling I.R.S. Suit
The dismissal appears to be part of the Trump administration's effort to effectively settle the case, which stemmed from the leak of his tax returns in 2019.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

G7 Finance Ministers Look to Contain Iran Economic Fallout
Top policymakers were expected to discuss rising energy prices and sanctions policy at a critical summit in Paris this week.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Abortion Pill Lawsuit Leaves Trump in a Political Bind Ahead of the Midterms
Louisiana wants the Food and Drug Administration to curtail access to the medication. Doing so could cost Republicans at the polls.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Hegseth to Campaign for a Republican House Candidate
Defense Department officials typically stay away from partisan politics to maintain the military's apolitical image.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

A Crack in the Polling Floor Puts Trump in New Territory
A 37 percent approval rating in a new Times/Siena poll suggests the G.O.P. is facing a big midterm problem despite recent redistricting gains.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

In Massie's Kentucky Primary, Fidelity to Trump Is on the Ballot
Representative Thomas Massie, the Republican who wears his rifts with President Trump as badges of honor, is battling Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein to keep his seat.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Trump's Approval Sinks Amid Unpopular War, Darkening G.O.P. Prospects
With the midterms nearing, President Trump's approval rating has hit a second-term low as voters question his handling of the economy, according to the latest New York Times/Siena poll.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

The Supreme Court's Voting Rights Decision Spurred Swift Action in Louisiana and Alabama
The timing brought the court into the middle of a fight to redraw voting maps across the South, even as some primaries were underway.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Insurers' Delays in Approving Medical Care Persist, Despite Promises
Doctors and patients complain that the controversial practice of prior authorization for treatment and procedures is still widespread.

New York Times Politics
May 18, 2026

Indictment and Impeachment Only Made Him Stronger. Remind You of Anyone?
The fate of Ken Paxton, the conservative Texas firebrand, could decide whether Republicans keep control of the Senate.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Eager for Arms Deal, Taiwan Stresses Need for U.S. Support
After President Trump hinted that weapons sales to Taiwan could figure in negotiations with China, officials emphasized their island's strategic importance.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Seattle's Socialist Mayor Taunts the Rich as Rift With Starbucks Widens
Seattle voters elected Mayor Katie Wilson as tensions rose over wealth inequality, but as Starbucks, one of the city's most iconic companies, expands in Nashville, she is finding her limits.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

How a Jared Polis Came to Release Election Denier Tina Peters from Prison
Gov. Jared Polis's decision to commute the sentence of Tina Peters came after months of tense discussions, including one with President Trump.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

What to Know About Letlow And Fleming in the Louisiana Senate Race
He was defeated in the Republican primary in Louisiana on Saturday. Representative Julia Letlow and State Treasurer John Fleming are now in a runoff for the party's nomination.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Trump Tightens Grasp on G.O.P. as Cassidy Loss Shows Cost of Defiance
The defeat showed the president's dominance in his party , even as a broader range of views about Mr. Trump could be a major Republican liability in the midterms.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Why Neutral Maps Could Empower Black Voters as Much as the Voting Rights Act
Our simulations show that the act isn't needed for minority representation in the South, if partisan gerrymandering were checked.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

To Critics, Trump Remarks Reveal a Billionaire Out of Touch
The president has never pretended to be an ordinary American, but a recent "truth bomb" has opened him to criticism that he doesn't grasp the economic strain of his war with Iran.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

For Trump, Soaring Prices Test Voters' Finances and Patience
Just months before another election that may hinge on the economy, the war in Iran has sent gas and other goods soaring.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Trump Flexes Hold on G.O.P., Even as It Braces for Midterm Backlash
The defeat of Senator Bill Cassidy showed the president's dominance in his party at a moment when a broader range of views about Mr. Trump could be a major liability for November.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Kentucky's Curious Cast of Political Characters
The state, where a rebellious Republican faces a tough primary challenge on Tuesday, has an unpredictable political landscape that has produced a long list of surprising figures.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

How the Reputation Firm Terakeet Failed to Fix an Epstein Friend's Image
Terakeet, a reputation management firm, used online tricks to downplay the friendship of the Goldman Sachs general counsel, Kathryn Ruemmler, with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It wasn't enough.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

A Young Socialist Mayor, Starbucks and the Tension Over Soaking the Rich
Seattle voters elected Mayor Katie Wilson as tensions rose over wealth inequality, but as Starbucks, one of the city's most iconic companies, expands in Nashville, she is finding her limits.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Lamar Alexander Wants Republicans to Stand Up to Trump
In a new memoir, the former senator, governor and cabinet member says President Trump committed an impeachable offense on Jan. 6 and calls on Congress to assert its power.

New York Times Politics
May 17, 2026

Cassidy Loses Senate Primary in Louisiana, as Trump Vanquishes G.O.P. Foe
Senator Bill Cassidy, a two-term Republican who voted to convict President Trump in his 2021 impeachment trial, could not muster enough votes to continue to a runoff next month.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

7 Republicans Voted to Convict Trump. Most Are No Longer in Office.
Senator Bill Cassidy's defeat means no more than two of them will be left in Congress next year.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Cassidy Loses His Primary in Louisiana, as Trump Vanquishes Another G.O.P. Foe
Senator Bill Cassidy, a two-term Republican who voted to convict President Trump in his 2021 impeachment trial, could not muster enough votes to continue to a runoff next month.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Senate Ruling Threatens Ballroom Funding in G.O.P. Budget Bill
Democrats announced Saturday night that the Senate's top parliamentary referee had determined that the $1 billion provision did not comply with budget rules.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Thousands of FiveThirtyEight Articles Seemingly Vanish From the Internet
The influential polling analysis site was shut down last year, but an earlier archived version, fivethirtyeight.com, had lived on. Now the site is redirecting users to ABC News.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

ActBlue C.E.O. Agrees to Testify Before Congress About Foreign Donor Vetting
The Democratic fund-raising group, which backs candidates up and down the ballot, has been the subject of scrutiny by Republicans.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Graham Platner Thinks a Political Revolution Is Coming
The presumptive Democratic Senate nominee from Maine enters the general election fray.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Graham Platner's Plan to Dethrone Susan Collins — and the Establishment
The presumptive Democratic Senate nominee from Maine enters the general election fray.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Rubio, Once a China Hawk, Strikes Softer Tone to Align With Trump
As a senator, Marco Rubio even hinted at the need for regime change in China. Now he talks about cooperation.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

What to Watch in Saturday's Republican Senate Primary in Louisiana
Senator Bill Cassidy, who has drawn President Trump's ire, is fighting for political survival.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Which Countries Are Profiting From the Iran War Oil Shock
An analysis of oil export data offers clues about which nations have benefited from higher prices, and which have lost a lot of revenue.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

In Congress, a Sexual Harassment ‘Minefield' Persists, Aides and Former Staff Say
Nearly 10 years after Congress instituted measures to make it easier for women to lodge harassment complaints, lawmakers and aides say the behavior is still rampant.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Political Money Is Flowing to Influencers. But From Whom?
Social media stars have become a magnet for campaigns and political groups that want to push priorities without disclosing where their money is going.

New York Times Politics
May 16, 2026

Have You Experienced Sexual Harassment in Congress? Share Your Story.
The New York Times would like to hear from people who work on Capitol Hill who have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment or other inappropriate behavior of a sexual nature in their workplaces.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Why Were These C.E.O.s in Beijing With Trump?
Some of America's most powerful C.E.O.s accompanied President Trump to Beijing during his summit with President Xi Jinping of China. Our reporter Ana Swanson explains what they were hoping to gain from the trip.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Top Drug Regulator Is Fired From the F.D.A.
Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg said she did not know who had fired her or why, but the dismissal came amid tumult at the agency in recent days.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

F.A.A. Says Better Scheduling Can Address Air Traffic Control Staffing Issues
In a new report, the F.A.A. says that by increasing controllers' active work hours per shift, it could reduce its target for a fully staffed work force by over 2,000 positions.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Supreme Court Rejects Virginia Democrats' Effort to Reinstate New Voting Map
State officials had asked the justices to step in to allow the state to use a congressional map in the midterms that was drawn by Democrats and recently approved by voters.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Senator Bill Cassidy, Targeted by Trump, Fights for Political Future in Louisiana Primary
Senator Bill Cassidy, targeted by President Trump, is walking a political tightrope as he battles other Republicans for the chance to seek a third term.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Will the Iran War Backlash Save Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky?
A view from Thomas Massie's district in Kentucky.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Ahead of U.S. 250th Anniversary, More National Guard Troops to Arrive in D.C.
Federal officials say that hundreds of additional agents, officers and National Guard troops will be deployed ahead of the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

With Possible Raúl Castro Indictment, U.S. Eyes Venezuela Playbook
Amid stepped-up surveillance flights, a visit of the C.I.A. director and an energy embargo, the White House is trying to increase pressure on Cuba.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Tina Peters, Colorado Election Denier, Will Be Freed by Gov. Jared Polis
Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, commuted the sentence of Ms. Peters, a former county clerk serving a nine-year sentence for her role in a plot to examine voting machines after the 2020 election.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Snorkeling at Pearl Harbor: Kash Patel's Travels Add to Focus on Ethical Issues
The F.B.I. director continues to come under scrutiny for mixing government business with dates, vacation and leisure time.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Trump Administration Weighs $1.7 Billion Fund for Allies Investigated Under Biden
Critics denounced the highly unusual plan, which has yet to be finalized or approved, as a vast political slush fund financed by taxpayers.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

A ‘Man With No Country,' Cassidy Fights for Political Future
Senator Bill Cassidy, targeted by President Trump, is walking a political tightrope as he battles other Republicans for the chance to seek a third term.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Back From China, Trump Faces Decision on Whether to Resume Strikes on Iran
Top aides have drafted battle plans as peace negotiations have stalled.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Justice Dept. Aims to Use Terrorism Laws to Target Mexican Officials
The Justice Department this week instructed federal prosecutors to build criminal drug cases against Mexican officials using new terrorism statutes.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Republicans Waited to Challenge Trump on the Iran War. Now It May Be Too Late.
Having deferred to the president for months, G.O.P. lawmakers missed crucial milestones to try to limit his war powers. That has tied their hands in seeking parameters and exit criteria.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Some Medicare Patients Can Now Get Free CBD
The Trump administration has authorized a test program to see if the cannabis compound can ease some symptoms and reduce health care costs among older patients.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Spotlight on China Adds to Some Chinese Americans' Fears
The Trump-Xi summit emphasized stability. But China's recruitment of foreign agents has fueled suspicion of Chinese Americans.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

In Kentucky, the Iran War Complicates a Republican Primary
Representative Thomas Massie, the incumbent, has opposed President Trump's military strikes on Iran. He is now facing the biggest challenge of his career.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Despite Tensions, China Greets Trump With Pomp and Pageantry
There was no major breakthrough in Beijing, but China pulled out all the stops for President Trump, with extravagant ceremonies and a state banquet.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Trump Touts ‘Fantastic Trade Deals' With China, but Details Are Scarce
The president left Beijing following a summit with China, during which the two countries sought to stabilize their economic and political relations.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Medicare Coverage for GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Cost, Eligibility and What to Know
What you should know about the federal government's pilot program offering GLP-1s solely for weight loss.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

A Republican's Mysterious Absence Reflects Congress's Silence on Health
Presidents are expected to tell the public basic health information, but members of the House and Senate often stay silent about medical conditions, even those that affect their ability to do their jobs.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Bernie Sanders Endorses Slate of Candidates in Bid to Cement Progressive Legacy
The five dozen endorsements mostly feature those seeking state or local office who have previously supported the Vermont senator.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

As Powell Steps Down, the Fed Confronts ‘Regime Change'
Jerome H. Powell is passing the chair's baton to Kevin M. Warsh at the Federal Reserve, an institution that President Trump's pick says needs an overhaul.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

Oysterman, Veteran, Prep-School Alum: A Senate Candidate's Complex Class Story
Democrats are pinning their hopes of flipping the Senate on Graham Platner, who has made his working-class persona key to his campaign. His background defies easy categorization.

New York Times Politics
May 15, 2026

U.S. and China Will Start Discussing A.I. Safety, Bessent Says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent did not say when these talks would happen. There are fears in the United States and China about the threats from A.I., but neither side is willing to slow down its development.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Trump-Ordered Citizenship Lists for Voting Are Likely Unreliable, Justice Dept. Says
At a court hearing over a presidential order seeking to exert more control over elections, a government lawyer said no "responsible state" should rely on the lists to update their voter rolls.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

C.I.A. Director Visits Cuba as Tensions Rise and Island Runs Out of Oil
John Ratcliffe, the C.I.A. director, is the highest-ranking official in the Trump administration to visit the country.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Resigns in Latest Homeland Security Shake-Up
Michael Banks is the latest high-profile official to leave the Department of Homeland Security amid President Trump's immigration crackdown.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

House Again Blocks War Powers Vote to Halt Iran Conflict
But two vulnerable Republicans joined Democrats in the effort to force President Trump to win authorization from Congress, in the latest sign of G.O.P. jitters over the war.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Abortion Pill Access by Mail to Continue
A federal appeals court ruling against the Food and Drug Administration would have restricted access by mail to mifepristone.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Vance Blames Democrats as U.S. Halts Some Medicaid Payments, Claiming Fraud
Vice President JD Vance traveled to Maine for a speech, making a midterm election pitch that only Republicans could root out fraud in public benefits.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Mail-Order Abortions Have Quickly Become Common
Pills shipped to states with bans are a reason abortion has increased since Roe v. Wade was overturned.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

C.I.A. Director Travels to Cuba as U.S. Intensifies Pressure
John Ratcliffe, the C.I.A. director, is the highest-ranking official in the Trump administration to visit the country.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Should Every Party Be Allowed to Vote in a Primary?
New research claims that bipartisan primaries have broad societal benefit, but opposition is growing, and Louisiana voters this weekend will participate in the state's first closed primary since 1978.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Trump's and Xi's Body Language at the Summit Mirrored Their Styles
Although at odds over issues like trade and Taiwan, the U.S. and Chinese leaders met in Beijing with a show of friendly gestures.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Open Primaries Have Their Fans. The Parties Are Not Among Them.
New research claims that bipartisan primaries have broad societal benefit, but opposition is growing, and Louisiana voters this weekend will participate in the state's first closed primary since 1978.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

A Top U.S. Commander Dismisses Reports of Civilian Deaths in Iran
Adm. Brad Cooper's testimony suggested that he believed that the U.S. military had been near perfect in avoiding civilian casualties.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Justice Dept. Accuses Yale Medical School of Discriminating Against White and Asian Applicants
The finding was the second time in eight days that the Trump administration had targeted a major medical school over admissions policies.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Latino Groups Unite to Win Back Hispanic Voters for Democrats in Midterms
Four longtime Latino civil rights and political organizations are joining efforts to register voters and mobilize Hispanic Democrats in the wake of rising voting restrictions.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Green Card Holders Targeted for Deportation by New ‘Removal Apparatus'
The Department of Homeland Security recently formed a unit tasked with revetting thousands of immigrants with permanent residency.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Trump Was Flattering, Xi Was Resolute. The Difference Spoke Volumes.
In contrast to his rhetoric about China at home, President Trump spoke in conciliatory terms with Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Appeals Court Appears Skeptical of Trump Orders Targeting Law Firms
A three-judge panel showed few signs of siding with the president on his efforts to compel law firms to work for the administration or face threats.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Spies, Sanctions, Cyberattacks: China and the U.S. Clash Behind the Scenes
After months of avoiding confrontation, the Trump administration has taken recent steps to call out China on Iran, artificial intelligence and spying.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

A Republican U-Turn on Free Speech
The G.O.P. has long opposed government regulation of broadcasters. That has changed under Trump.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Rubio and Hegseth Among White House Officials to Speak at Christian Prayer Festival
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are among the scheduled speakers at the event, part of festivities for the nation's 250th birthday.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

U.S. Abruptly Cancels Deployment of 4,000 Troops to Poland
It was unclear why Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called off the deployment to Poland, which has close relations with the United States.

New York Times Politics
May 14, 2026

Trump Might Welcome Chinese Investment, but America Is Wary
A pledge for more Chinese investment could face backlash given longstanding national security concerns in the United States.

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