Trump Calls for Keeping Troops in Iraq to Watch Iran, Possibly Upending ISIS Fight
The president’s remarks could inflame fears among the Iraqis that a shift of troops there from Syria would be a guise to check Iran, undercutting delicate negotiations.
As Calls Mount for Ralph Northam to Resign, Some Virginians Mull a Second Chance
For many in Mr. Northam’s state, grappling with the fallout over the picture is as complicated as Virginia’s tragic racial history.
Before Trump’s State of the Union, a Look at How Last Year’s Promises Fared
President Trump vowed in last year’s speech to pass an immigration overhaul, bring down drug prices and revamp the United States’ infrastructure. How much progress has he made?
News Analysis: Democratic Unity Against Northam Shows Centrality of Race in Trump Era
President Trump’s divisive behavior on race has pushed Democrats to try to set an example by confronting misconduct in their ranks and elevating the importance of identity and equality in politics.
ICE Takes the Rapper 21 Savage Into Custody, Officials Say
An ICE official described 21 Savage as an “unlawfully present United Kingdom national” who was supposed to leave the U.S. in 2006. The rapper has long said he was from Atlanta.
How a ‘Monster’ Texas Oil Field Made the U.S. a Star in the World Market
Innovation, investment and inviting geology have given new life to an oil patch that once seemed spent. The oil field is now the world’s second most productive.
Democrats Push Plan to Increase Social Security Benefits and Solvency
More than 200 members of Congress are supporting a bill that would increase payroll taxes to shore up Social Security and increase benefits for retirees.
Muslims Form Community Patrol. Some Neighbors Say No Thanks.
The self-funded group sees itself as a neighborhood watch. But there was alarm after its cars were spotted in Brooklyn without warning, or explanation.
Trump Won’t Commit to Making Mueller Report Public
In an interview with CBS, the president indicated he would ultimately keep on his own counsel in matters involving the special counsel, immigration and national security.
Virginia Governor, Refusing to Resign Over Photo, Risks Democrats’ Ambitions
Gov. Ralph Northam’s turmoil is erupting at a pivotal moment for his state’s Democrats, who are on the brink of consolidating power.
2020 Democrats Agree: They’re Very, Very Sorry
Apologies by Democrats like Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are indicative of a crowded field of candidates in a party that has moved left.
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