Joe Biden Has an Edge on Trump in the Polls. So Why Are Democrats Worried?
The former vice president has unified the party and is leading in the polls. But some Democrats say he faces familiar challenges, including slow decision-making and flaws in his digital operation.
Venezuelan Oil Company Sues Miami Ex-Congressman Over $50 Million Deal
Former Representative David Rivera, a strident anti-communist, was quietly consulting for President Nicolás Maduro’s socialist government. He produced five pages of reports, the lawsuit said.
Officials in Arkansas Put Travis McCready Concert in Doubt
Arkansas officials said they would not approve the planned Friday concert by Travis McCready as the promoters announced a second show in nearby Missouri.
Coronavirus Lockdowns: Businesses Turn to Armed Defiance
Armed militia-style protesters have helped businesses across Texas defy coronavirus lockdowns and reopen. Protesters say they are enforcing the Constitution.
Coronavirus Wrecked Tesla’s Momentum and Elon Musk Is Furious
Mr. Musk opened his California factory this week in defiance of local orders. He has also criticized the response to the pandemic as “dumb” and “fascist.”
As Hunger Spreads With Coronavirus Pandemic, Government Takes Timid Steps
The Trump administration has taken some steps to address spreading hunger during the economic crisis, but it has shied away from expanding programs that could provide more immediate relief.
Supreme Court Seems Ready to Curb ‘Faithless Electors’
Fearing chaos, several justices said states may require members of the Electoral College to vote for the presidential candidates they had promised to support.
Coronavirus Canceled County Fairs. Now Children Show Their Cows and Sheep Virtually.
The coronavirus has thwarted summertime fairs, a tradition for youngsters who work on farms all year for their moment in the ring.
Low-Tech Way to Help Some Covid Patients: Flip Them Over
Turning ventilated patients onto their stomachs, called proning, helps them by opening their lungs. Now doctors are testing to see if it can keep others off ventilators altogether.
El Dorado and Butte Counties Meet California Guidelines For Reopening
Wednesday: As California gradually allows businesses to reopen, officials say there still isn’t enough testing to move more quickly.
On Politics: Fauci Speaks. Is the Government Listening?
A dire virus warning, and new wrangling over Trump’s tax returns: This is your morning tip sheet.
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