‘It’s Time to Change the Rules,’ Warren Tells Graduates in Speech on Racism
Senator Elizabeth Warren, Democrat of Massachusetts and a possible contender for the 2020 presidential race, spoke to graduates of Morgan State University, a historically black college in Baltimore, about racial discrimination and wealth inequality.
Immigration Arrests and Deportations Are Rising, I.C.E. Data Show
The increase is the result of a Trump administration immigration crackdown reversing a policy that prioritized foreigners with criminal records or who posed security threats.
After Decades, a Death Sentence Depends (a Little) Less on Where You Live
While huge geographic disparities remain — half of all executions in 2018 were in Texas — some death penalty hot spots are backing down on capital punishment.
A Salamander of Legend Emerges From Southern Swamps
The reticulated siren is the largest vertebrate discovered in the United States in decades.
Trilobites: Watch This Wolf Go Fishing
Yes, researchers in Minnesota have recorded wolves diving into a stream to grab a meal.
Jon Kyl to Leave Arizona Senate Seat, Setting Up Tussle Over his Replacement
Mr. Kyl, appointed after the death of John McCain, will depart on Dec. 31. Gov. Doug Ducey and Republicans in Washington may differ over who should be named to replace him.
Wisconsin’s Scott Walker Signs Bills Stripping Powers From Incoming Governor
Mr. Walker, a Republican who has pushed Wisconsin to the right, signed legislation hobbling his Democratic successor as one of his final acts as governor.
Trump Kicks Away Obama Traditions Even at the Dinner Table
Gone are the days of local chefs parading through the East Wing, running cooking demonstrations on the South Lawn or making agnolotti for a state dinner.
gender letter: Sisterhood in the Halls of Congress, and You’re Invited
The Democratic newcomers have a message for you: We’re cool, we’re transparent and we’ve got each others’ backs.
California Today: California Today: How Cities Can Lure Tech Giants Like Apple
Friday: What plans for new Apple offices say about industry in California, Paradise High School seniors ponder their futures, and reclaiming fruitcake.
Cohen Says ‘Of Course’ Trump Knew Hush Payments to Women Were Wrong
In his first public comments since he was sentenced to three years in prison, President Trump’s former personal lawyer said he was “done being loyal to President Trump.”
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