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Lawmakers Confront a Rise in Threats and Intimidation, and Fear Worse

Violent political speech has increasingly crossed into the realm of in-person confrontation for members of Congress in both parties, raising the prospect of a disastrous event. [...]

A G.O.P. Test in Michigan: Is Trump a Help or a Hindrance?

Tudor Dixon, the party’s nominee for governor, has ground to make up in her race against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. She is hoping the former president can rally their party’s base. [...]

Records From Trump White House Still Missing, National Archives Says

The archives said in a letter to the House Oversight Committee that it was seeking electronic messages from unnamed White House officials sent through personal accounts. [...]

House Passes Bill to Give $2.7 Billion to Families of 9/11 Victims

The measure passed on an overwhelming bipartisan vote, the last action in the House before lawmakers departed to campaign ahead of the November midterm elections. [...]

American Prisoners Are Released From Venezuela and Iran

Caracas freed seven Americans in a trade for two nephews of Venezuela’s first lady who had been convicted on drug charges. Separately, Tehran released its longest-held American captive. [...]

In Washington, Putin’s Nuclear Threats Stir Growing Alarm

In a gathering Cold War atmosphere, American officials are gaming out responses should Russia resort to battlefield nuclear weapons. [...]

Federal Judge Rules Against Fair Fight Action in Georgia Voting Lawsuit

A U.S. District Court judge found that the sections of the state’s election law that cover absentee ballots, voter rolls and voter applications “violate neither the constitution nor the Voting Rights Act.” [...]

Biden Calls on World to Punish Russia for Attempt to Annex Ukrainian Land

The U.S. imposed new sanctions on Russian officials and companies, and penalized foreign businesses aiding the Russian military. But officials are holding back on energy sanctions. [...]

Beto O’Rourke and Greg Abbott Clash in Texas Debate Heavy on Attacks

Gov. Greg Abbott and Beto O’Rourke sparred over the border, guns, abortion and other issues, each often accusing the other of misrepresenting his positions. But neither landed any knockout blows. [...]

Democrats in Congress Point Fingers at Their Leaders Over Stock Trading Ban

The perception that lawmakers are cashing in on their offices has fueled cynicism among voters. Some politicians want to take the current limits further. [...]

Supreme Court rearranges its seating chart as Jackson takes the bench

Tradition is a long-held value at the US Supreme Court, where the nine justices' adherence to a myriad of historic rules makes the inner workings of America's highest court reliably consistent even as its decisions sometimes send shock waves through the country. [...]

Feds offer training to election workers to deal with potential violence at polls

Federal officials are offering state and local election officials training to "safely de-escalate" confrontations with voters that could turn violent ahead of November's midterm elections, according to an email to election workers obtained by CNN. [...]

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian. [...]

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics. [...]

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out. [...]

Seniors to get a break on Medicare Part B premiums in 2023

Medicare beneficiaries will see their Part B premiums decrease in 2023, the first time in more than a decade that the tab will be lower than the year before, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced Tuesday. [...]

Here's a nightmare scenario for election reform

Ghosts of the 2020 election continue to haunt the US system of government. [...]

Trump's loans vs. your loans

It was a bad day for borrowed money, and it was a bad day for former President Donald Trump. [...]

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Ukraine war: Russian troops forced out of eastern town Lyman

The retreat came amid fears thousands of soldiers would be encircled in Lyman, and is seen as a significant blow. [...]

Ukraine war: Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant chief detained by Russians - Kyiv

The boss of Europe's biggest nuclear plant was blindfolded and led away by Russian troops, Ukraine says. [...]

Indonesia: More than 120 dead in football stampede

At least 127 died after police tear-gassed rioting supporters after a match on East Java. [...]

Brazil polarised as Bolsonaro seeks re-election and Lula aims for comeback

Stakes are high as the far-right incumbent Jair Bolsonaro could be unseated by left-wing rival Lula. [...]

Hurricane Ian: They stayed for the storm - what happens now?

Florida residents face tough choices about whether to stay or leave in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. [...]

US frees President Maduro's relatives in Venezuela prisoner swap

Two nephews of Venezuela's first lady had been serving 18-year sentences for trafficking drugs. [...]

Bruce Willis denies selling rights to his face

It was widely reported that the actor had sold his face to a deepfake company. [...]

Palestinian deaths toll in West Bank hits 100 this year

The deadliest tally in years comes amid a big increase in Israeli military raids. [...]

Burkina Faso coup: Gunshots in capital and roads blocked

The army captain who announced Friday's takeover says the ousted leader is planning a counter-attack. [...]

Tesla boss Elon Musk presents humanoid robot Optimus

The tech billionaire claims the robot will change the future of physical work. [...]

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