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In Madison Cawthorn’s District, Strong Opinions of Him, For and Against

The right-wing firebrand is counting on Republican primary voters to look past his bad press. Opponents are counting on them to lose patience with him. [...]

Kathy Barnette Says She ‘Can’t Provide a Lot of Context’ for Her Anti-Islamic Tweets

Her sudden rise in the Pennsylvania Senate primary has some Republicans worried about her prospects in November. [...]

Trump-Era Prosecutor’s Case Against Democratic-Linked Lawyer Goes to Trial

The first case developed by the special counsel, John Durham, involves a lawyer who is accused of lying when he shared a tip with the F.B.I. about possible links between Donald J. Trump and Russia. [...]

For Financial Help and Counsel, Hunter Biden Turns to Hollywood Lawyer

Kevin Morris, known for brokering big entertainment deals, has helped President Biden’s son navigate his legal troubles and scrutiny from the right. Some of the White House’s allies are concerned. [...]

John Fetterman Recovering After Stroke Before His Senate Primary

John Fetterman, the Pennsylvania lieutenant governor who is running for the state’s Democratic Senate nomination, canceled events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. [...]

How Hollywood and the Media Fueled the Political Rise of J.D. Vance

“Hillbilly Elegy,” a best-selling memoir that became a star-studded film, raised the profile of the onetime “Never Trump guy” who won an Ohio primary with the help of the former president. [...]

Thousands Gather at Marches for Abortion Rights

Nearly two weeks after the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, protesters gathered in Washington, New York and other cities. [...]

McConnell and Other Republican Senators Make Secret Visit to Ukraine

The visit by the Senate minority leader included a meeting with the Ukrainian president in Kyiv. [...]

Gearing Up for G.O.P. Gains in Midterms, White House Braces for Barrage of Inquiries

The turbulent aftermath of the Trump era is taking the possibility of a divided government to new levels of intensity, as some Republicans appear eager to target President Biden and his family. [...]

Trump Endorses Doug Mastriano for Pennsylvania Governor

Mr. Mastriano, who has promoted many false claims of a stolen 2020 election, was the leading Republican candidate for governor even before Donald Trump’s endorsement. [...]

Leading anti-abortion groups urge state lawmakers not to pass bills criminalizing women for abortions

Some of the largest anti-abortion organizations in the US are urging state lawmakers to reject legislation that would criminalize women for having abortions, saying "turning women who have abortions into criminals is not the way." [...]

White House struggles for answers on infant formula shortage

The White House is struggling to answer questions about a baby formula shortage in the United States as the scope of the crisis becomes clearer and store shelves remain bare. [...]

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. [...]

Here's who could benefit if Biden cancels $10,000 in student loan debt per borrower

President Joe Biden is taking a "hard look" at canceling some federal student loan debt, but even a broad forgiveness plan may leave out some of the 43 million borrowers. [...]

A feeling of economic doom is going around. And there isn't much we can do other than sit back and watch

There are plenty of reasons for that feeling of economic doom that's going around: [...]

What justices said to get confirmed vs. what's in the draft opinion overturning Roe

The Supreme Court may be poised to take back American women's right to an abortion. [...]

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Buffalo shooting: Gunman deliberately sought black victims - mayor

Questions are being asked about how the suspect carried out the attack when he was known to authorities. [...]

Buffalo shooting: Joe Biden says US must address hate

The US president says he and his wife are praying for the victims of a racially motivated shooting. [...]

Ukraine war: Russia's invasion not going to plan, Nato says

In a damning assessment of Russian efforts, Nato's secretary general says Ukraine could win the war. [...]

Ukraine war: Sweden and Finland confirm Nato plans

Traditionally both countries favour neutrality but the shift comes after Russia's war in Ukraine. [...]

Somalia's new president elected by 327 people

Former leader Hassan Sheikh Mohamud defeats the incumbent in a vote limited to MPs. [...]

Eurovision win brings 'incredible happiness' to Ukraine

Public support helped push Kalush Orchestra and their song Stefania on to win with 631 points. [...]

EasyJet offers £1,000 bonus as airlines battle to recruit staff

The airline will offer new and existing cabin crew the bonus, as carriers seek to retain and recruit workers. [...]

Kenya elections 2022: William Ruto picks Rigathi Gachagua as running mate

William Ruto, a frontrunner in this year's presidential election, picks businessman Rigathi Gachagua. [...]

Abortion rights rallies held around the US

Pro-choice supporters are concerned that the Supreme Court could overturn the legal right to abortion. [...]

Young, Famous & African's Peace Hyde: From teacher to Netflix hitmaker

Meet Peace Hyde, the British-Ghanaian creator of reality TV series Young, Famous & African. [...]

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