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Biden Has Not Changed. The Politics, Culture and Mood of His Party Have.

Many of Joe Biden’s views that are currently drawing criticism have been evident for years. But they are now provoking an entirely different response.

Philadelphia Oil Refinery Explosion Shakes City With Huge Fireball

From Pennsylvania to New Jersey, there were reports of homes shaking after an explosion at Philadelphia Energy Solutions in southwest Philadelphia.

Excluding Black Jurors in Curtis Flowers Case Violated Constitution, Supreme Court Rules

Curtis Flowers, a death row inmate in Mississippi, has been tried six times by a white prosecutor with a record of striking black potential jurors.

Iran Crisis: What Happened and What You Need to Know

President Trump approved and then canceled an attack on Iran with just minutes to spare.

One Year of Mandatory National Service For Every American?

In April, Mayor Pete Buttigieg hinted at a controversial idea: one year of mandatory national service for every American.

Trump Says He Was ‘Cocked and Loaded’ to Strike Iran, but Pulled Back

The president said he stopped because 150 people would probably die in an attack as retaliation for Iranians shooting down an unmanned American drone.

Trump to Officially Nominate Esper as Next Defense Secretary

If confirmed, Mr. Esper, who fought in the gulf war before becoming a lobbyist for Raytheon, would join a national security team with his West Point classmate, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Last-Minute Laws Took Democrats’ Power. Court Says That’s Fine.

The laws, rushed through before Democrats took office as governor and attorney general of Wisconsin, drew large protests. The State Supreme Court said the special session was legal.

How U.C. Will Change Its Admissions Process After the Bribery Scandal

Friday: The University of California president, Janet Napolitano, discussed the shifts; a witness gave stunning testimony in the trial of a Navy SEAL; and Speaker Nancy Pelosi paid up.

Iran Live Updates: International Diplomats Urge Calm

After the downing of an American drone, leaders around the globe ask the United States and Iran to step back from the brink.

Jane Sanders and the Messy Demise of a Vermont College

The wife of Bernie Sanders had a bold plan to save Burlington College. Within six years, it was defunct, and federal prosecutors were on the case.

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