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Maine Democrats Have a New Working-Class Hero in Troy Jackson. Can He Deliver?
Troy Jackson, a former logger, faces the tall task of taking down Susan Collins.
Case to Be Dropped Against Labor Leader David Huerta in L.A. Immigration Raid
The arrest of David Huerta last summer helped spark a wave of protests against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown.
Iran War Enters 6th Month and a Period of Greater Uncertainty
Here is a rundown of the major events of the war, as both sides consider their next moves.
Bryan Kohberger, Convicted in Idaho College Killings, Seeks to Take Back Guilty Plea
In an interview from prison, Bryan Kohberger said he had filed a petition to reopen the case. He blamed his guilty plea on “false promises” and wrong information.
Comey Seeks Dismissal of Charges Accusing Him of Threatening Trump
The filing focused on the question of whether a photograph of seashells arranged to read “86 47” constituted a true threat under federal law.
Man Dies After Being Struck by a Falling Rock at Glacier National Park
The man had been driving this month on a popular route through the park when a rock dislodged from a cliff face and struck his vehicle. Such fatal episodes are...
McConnell Extends Senate Leave, Will Miss State Picnic
A new statement said the senator was not “medically cleared” to leave a rehabilitation facility and would miss a Kentucky political event.
Jeffries Kicks Off Midterm Sprint With Economic Pitch
Representative Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat and minority leader, focused relentlessly on affordability in a swing district.
Trump Gutted the Kennedy Center. A Tour Guide Wants You to See It Anyway.
In a dogged demonstration of love for a Washington institution, Sandy Weiswasser is among a few dozen volunteers still showing dwindling visitors a hollowed-out building.
Election Denier Alexander Kolodin Seeks to Run Arizona’s Elections as Secretary of State
Arizona G.O.P. voters nominated Alexander Kolodin for secretary of state, despite, or perhaps because of, election denial efforts that earned him an admonition from the state bar association.
Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong Rises in Crowded Wisconsin Governor Race
Democrats must decide what brand to put forward: an establishment name or a candidate on the left who has garnered excitement.
Can a Progressive Win in a Purple State? Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Find Out.
Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary is a critical front in the fight between Democrats’ progressive and moderate flanks and a preview of the 2028 presidential primary.