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First LookBiden to border asylum seekers: Ask other countries firstThe Biden administration will now generally deny migrants who have not already sought asylum in a country they passed through prior to reaching the U.S. border. A similar move by the Trump administration was blocked in court.
Profile in courage: When Jimmy Carter helped save a nuclear reactorWith the former president having entered hospice, a little-known chapter from Jimmy Carter’s naval career illustrates his courage and problem-solving skills under hazardous conditions.
Cover StoryIn politics, there are no second acts. Enter Kari Lake.One of the clearest messages to emerge from the 2022 elections was voters’ rejection of politicians who echoed former President Donald Trump’s claims of electoral fraud. Where does that leave Kari Lake?
Taking on Trump: How 2024 might be different from 2016A crowded GOP presidential field could help Donald Trump win the nomination again. But many factors are different – including Mr. Trump’s unique status as a “pseudo-incumbent.”
Balloons and national security: What we know so farHere’s what we are learning about just how many foreign objects, and what type, may be routinely coming into our airspace. Is this mostly an annoyance or a real national security problem?
Why one Arkansas town has pinned its hopes on a teen mayorGeneration Z is stepping up in national politics and state legislature – and in this small Arkansas town. Instead of heading away to college, 18-year-old Jaylen Smith ran for mayor, and won.
First LookNikki Haley, former Trump cabinet member, enters GOP presidential raceNikki Haley announced her presidential campaign on Tuesday through a tweeted video. She is the first major Republican challenger to Donald Trump for the 2024 race. If elected, she would become the first woman and person of Indian descent in the Oval Office.
FocusWho goes to jail over classified docs – and who doesn’t?Some experts say higher-level officials are less likely to be prosecuted for mishandling secret information. Others argue it all depends on the details of the case.
First LookRepublican campaigns increasingly aim to shape school curriculumsMore conservative politicians are raising concerns about education and promoting a “parents’ rights” movement leading up to the 2024 presidential race. It could be an effort to win over suburban women who have left the GOP, says one political analyst.
Hunter Biden laptop: House GOP probes suppression of online speechDid Twitter inappropriately suppress the Hunter Biden laptop story? A House hearing raises the question of how to balance free speech with public safety in an era of disinformation.
First LookWho runs Disney's district? Pretty soon, it might be DeSantis.A new Florida bill has reignited the feud between Florida governor Ron DeSantis and entertainment giant Disney. It would allow the governor to appoint a five-member governing board over the Walt Disney World district.
Can Joe Biden win back Americans’ confidence?As the president gears up for an expected reelection bid, he has accomplishments to tout. But many Americans say they’re worse off than two years ago.
First LookDiversity on the Hill: GOP-led Congress shows expanded representationThe Republican side of the House of Representatives is becoming more diverse, largely thanks to Kevin McCarthy’s efforts to recruit more women and people of color. However, of the racial and ethnic minority members in the new Congress, 80% are Democrats.
First LookUS parole program stirs hope for Cubans, Haitians, and other migrantsIn January, the Biden administration approved a parole program that requires migrants to request a permit online before arriving with the sponsorship of a relative or friend in the U.S. A new wave of Cuban migrants hope the policy means a safer journey.
First LookRemorseful in court, Jan. 6 rioters return to defiant supportJan. 6 defendants who faced with jail time often professed remorse. Now, more are now backpedaling or even celebrating their actions in the Capitol riot.
First LookBiden, McCarthy meet on ‘shared duty’ to avoid debt defaultU.S. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden met Wednesday to discuss raising the debt ceiling ahead of government funding running out in June. The two disagree on budget cuts, but they expect the conversation to continue.
New primary calendar? New Hampshire says ‘not so fast.’As Democrats prepare to vote on a plan for South Carolina to lead off the 2024 primaries, New Hampshire is signaling a messy fight ahead.
First LookEPA puts Alaska fishery over gold and copper mine, renewing debateThe EPA has officially prevented the development of Alaska’s Pebble Mine due to concerns about the impact on the state’s salmon fishery. The move is an environmental victory, but some worry that it sets a precedent for the EPA to veto all similar projects.
The ExplainerCongress takes up COVID origins: A primer on the debate so farRepublicans say they’re trying to get answers on how the pandemic started, but others worry a partisan probe will muddy the waters.
First LookBuild, expand, or repair? States compete for infrastructure funding.A new U.S. federal infrastructure law has led to competition for grant money among state and local officials. The Biden administration has been favoring repair projects over expansion or construction, leaving many wondering what the priority should be.
