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As Trump lawsuits unravel, hush money conviction is an exceptionA judge rejected Donald Trump’s challenge to his criminal conviction, saying the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity doesn’t apply.
The ExplainerCan DOGE cut $2 trillion in federal spending? Not directly, but it has Trump’s ear.Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are leading efforts by the incoming Trump administration to cut the size of the federal government. But they can only make recommendations.
How birthright citizenship could change under TrumpWith limited exceptions, the U.S. Constitution guarantees citizenship to people born in America. But President-elect Donald Trump wants to end a century of legal precedent and eliminate birthright citizenship.
Hegseth is in trouble. That doesn’t mean RFK Jr., Gabbard, or Patel will face the same.Pete Hegseth is the second Trump Cabinet pick meeting resistance from some Senate Republicans. But here’s why other controversial nominees may not face similar opposition.
Cover StoryReading, writing, and the Ten Commandments? Why some public schools teach the Bible.As states mandate Bible lessons and posting the Ten Commandments in public schools, religious conservatives challenge separation of church and state.
High-profile scandals lead to high-profile local reforms in CaliforniaDriven by political scandals, Californian voters course-corrected – overhauling local government in LA and voting out tainted politicians statewide.
The Trump economy: How will tariffs, taxes, and big debt affect workers?The president-elect’s economic team will face a minefield of fiscal and economic challenges, with no clarity as to how American workers will fare.
First LookHow Trump’s proposed tariffs could dramatically raise prices on consumer goodsPresident-elect Donald Trump announced Nov. 25 he would impose sweeping new tariffs on countries he says have allowed illegal immigrants and drugs to enter the United States. If the import tax were implemented, prices could spike for Americans.
The ExplainerTrump targets temporary protected status. What that could mean for Haitians in the US.Temporary protected status covers many U.S. immigrants. President-elect Trump says he’ll challenge its use, particularly for Haitians in Springfield, Ohio.
First LookTrump chooses Bessent, Vought, Chavez-DeRemer, and Turner for CabinetDonald Trump has tapped Scott Bessent as treasury secretary, Russell Vought for the Office of Management and Budget, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer as labor secretary, and Scott Turner as housing secretary.
‘I’m exhausted by him.’ Why Trump resistance is fizzling.The first election of Donald Trump fueled major protests, including the Women’s March. This time around, the self-dubbed “resistance” movement appears less energized.
Matt Gaetz drops bid for attorney general, the first setback for Trump’s presidencyThe announcement came just one day after Mr. Gaetz met with a number of key GOP senators. It’s unclear whom Mr. Trump might select to replace him.
Can Trump bypass the Senate to ram through controversial nominees?President-elect Trump’s allies say the Constitution allows him to make recess appointments for top offices, by forcing the Senate out of session. Such a move could mean a Supreme Court fight.
Howard University hoped to make history. Now it’s ready for a different role.Kamala Harris hoped to declare victory at Howard University on election night. Today, students at one of America’s top HBCUs wrestle with the fallout.
The ExplainerBoston broke a record last year for fewest homicides. It’s on track to do it again.
Five years after fire, a shining Notre Dame is ready to reopen its doors
Why Florida and almost half of US states are enshrining a right to hunt and fish
Waves of joy flood Damascus. But an undercurrent of distrust lingers.
Malibu’s wildfire threatens my community. It’s also bringing us together.
