Politics
US Wants to Counter China’s Moves in Africa, But Officials Try Not to Mention That
WASHINGTON — There is one word that American officials are trying to avoid saying as they meet with African counterparts...
Despite Trump’s Lobbying, McCarthy’s Speaker Bid Remains Imperiled on the Right
If Mr. McCarthy does have a plan, he has not shared it with members of his leadership team, whom he...
In Congress, Party Switching Cuts Both Ways
WASHINGTON — When Phil Gramm, a conservative House member from Texas, left the Democratic Party in 1983, he immediately quit...
Russia’s ‘Sham’ Charge of Spying Makes Whelan’s Case the Hardest
A recent Russian demand that the United States secure the release of Vadim Krasikov, a Russian assassin serving a life...
10 Years Later, a State Trooper Who Responded to Sandy Hook Looks Back
NEWTOWN, Conn. — Bill Cario, who was among the first law enforcement officers to enter Sandy Hook Elementary School on...
U.S. Poised to Send Patriot Missiles to Ukraine, Officials Say
“Unfortunately, Russia still has the advantage in artillery and missiles,” he said. He requested additional artillery, as well as modern...
Sinema’s Defection Gives Democrats More Heartburn Over the 2024 Senate Map
In Pennsylvania, Republicans are hoping that David McCormick, who lost narrowly to Dr. Mehmet Oz in the primary this year,...
Biden Hosts African Leaders for Talks on Security, Trade and Outer Space
WASHINGTON — Nearly 50 African leaders converged on Washington on Tuesday to begin three days of talks on issues central...
How Republicans Lost Despite Winning the Popular Vote
Here’s a figure about the 2022 midterm elections that might surprise you: Republicans won the national House popular vote by...
Biden to Sign Bill to Protect Same-Sex Marriage Rights
WASHINGTON — President Biden will sign the Respect for Marriage Act on Tuesday, mandating federal recognition for same-sex marriages and...
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