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Iran Responds to Latest U.S. Plan to End War
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/us/politics/iran-war-us-peace-proposal-response.html
Published: May 10, 2026 16:10
The two countries have been discussing a 30-day extension to the cease-fire and a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Vance or Rubio? Trump Muses on Successor as the ‘Kids’ Fill Bigger Roles.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/us/politics/vance-rubio-trump-succession.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:02
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are boosting their profiles, generating speculation about who’s lining up for the 2028 presidential nomination.
What to Do About the White House Correspondents Dinner After an Attack?
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/us/politics/white-house-trump-dinner.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:02
A gunman’s attack at the April dinner has spurred more debate than usual about one of Washington’s most dissected rituals.
Putin’s Forces Are Barely Inching Along on the Battlefield
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/world/europe/russia-ukraine-putin-war.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:02
The Russian military has yet to solve a fundamental problem: how to make big advances in eastern Ukraine when drones are everywhere.
U.S.-China Rivalry Reaches South American Skies
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/world/americas/us-china-telescope-argentina-chile.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:01
The U.S. has pressed Argentina and Chile to review two Chinese telescope projects in the Andean deserts. Astronomers are worried about setbacks to research.
One Big Headache for Politicians These Days: a Messy Digital Footprint
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/us/politics/politicians-old-tweets-controversies.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:01
As a new generation of chronically online oversharers runs for office, many find themselves tripped up by past statements. Their response? Delete, distance, disavow.
After Capturing Maduro, Trump Celebrated Victory. Did It Bring Venezuelans Home?
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/10/world/americas/venezuela-maduro-trump-migration.html
Published: May 10, 2026 09:00
Dire conditions in Venezuela prompted an exodus. In the wake of the attack that ousted its top leader, the question is whether things have changed enough to make a return appealing.
Strait of Hormuz Remains Effectively Blocked After Naval Skirmishes
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/world/middleeast/strait-hormuz-ships-blockade-us-iran.html
Published: May 9, 2026 21:43
The U.S. Navy’s blockade continued to intercept ships trying to leave or enter Iranian ports, while fear of Iranian attacks kept other ships from attempting passage through the narrows.
A Personal Finance Star on What Millennials Need From Their Boomer Parents
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/magazine/ramit-sethi-interview.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:15
Ramit Sethi wants everyone to have a healthier relationship to money, and thinks he knows how to get us there.
Which Trump Tariffs Are in Place, in the Works or Ruled Illegal
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/business/economy/trump-tariff-timeline.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:02
The president has reworked his tariffs repeatedly — sometimes because they have been declared illegal — with more updates still to come.
How Republicans Gained an Edge on the Midterm House Map Over 10 Days
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/us/politics/midterm-redistricting-house-map-republicans.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:02
Republicans are charging ahead in the nation’s redistricting race, and showing new bullishness after months of growing midterm fears.
How ‘The View’ Landed at the Center of a Free Speech Battle
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/business/media/the-view-fcc-trump.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:02
The Trump administration’s focus on the show is testament to the enduring influence of an old-fashioned broadcast TV program started 29 years ago.
How China May Have Sought to Recruit a House Aide to Spy on the U.S.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/us/politics/china-us-spy-congressional-aide.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:01
A staff member on the House China Committee was promised $10,000 for U.S. policy insights, on issues like Venezuela and rare-earth minerals.
Long Overlooked, Caspian Sea Provides Strategic Trade Route for Iran
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/world/middleeast/caspian-sea-iran-russia.html
Published: May 9, 2026 09:01
The landlocked body of water has taken on new significance, with Russia shipping military and commercial goods to bolster Tehran’s ability to withstand the U.S. assault.
China’s Exports and Imports Set Records in April Amid High Energy Costs
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/business/china-april-trade-exports-imports.html
Published: May 9, 2026 06:19
The country’s exports surged and its trade surplus with the United States widened ahead of President Trump’s scheduled visit next week to Beijing.
Peter Magyar Prepares to Take Over as Hungary’s Leader From Viktor Orban
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/world/europe/peter-magyar-hungary-viktor-orban.html
Published: May 9, 2026 04:01
The former opposition leader, who won a landslide election, now faces the formidable job of dismantling what his predecessor called an “illiberal democracy.”
Why the Trump-Xi Summit Matters, Even if Little Seems to Come of It
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/09/world/asia/trump-xi-china-us-summit.html
Published: May 9, 2026 04:01
The war in Iran, trade, artificial intelligence and Taiwan are expected to be on the agenda. But expectations are modest.
U.S. Conducts Third Boat Strike in 5 Days, Killing 2 and Leaving a Survivor
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/trump-pentagon-boat-strike.html
Published: May 9, 2026 01:45
Of the 57 attacks in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific against boats accused of drug trafficking, there have rarely been survivors.
After Frederiksen Falls Short in Denmark, Right-Leaning Politician Is Asked to Form Government
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/world/europe/denmark-frederiksen-right-wing-government.html
Published: May 8, 2026 23:15
King Frederik X has appointed a right-leaning politician to try to form the next government.
U.S. Targets Iran’s Missile and Drone Program With Sanctions
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/business/trump-sanctions-iran-china.html
Published: May 8, 2026 23:14
The new measures are focused on Chinese companies that supply Iran’s military with materials to make drones.
Alabama Asks Supreme Court to Allow it to Use New Voting Map
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/alabama-supreme-court-voting-map.html
Published: May 8, 2026 22:40
State officials urged the justices to allow them to jettison Alabama’s congressional district map, citing the Supreme Court’s recent decision that dealt a blow to the Voting Rights Act.
How Trump Is Prioritizing White People as Refugees
https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/100000010886550/how-trump-is-prioritizing-white-people-as-refugees.html
Published: May 8, 2026 22:25
President Trump has upended the U.S. refugee program to prioritize mainly white Afrikaners. Our White House correspondent Zolan Kanno-Youngs reports he is now is now considering doubling the amount he allows into the country.
Facing Pressure, Trump Officials Reject Claims They’re Softening on Immigration
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/markwayne-mullin-immigration-dhs.html
Published: May 8, 2026 21:42
Immigration hard-liners have grown frustrated with the level of deportations and the Department of Homeland Security’s attempts, under its new secretary, to stay under the radar.
Trump Plans to Fire F.D.A. Commissioner Marty Makary
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/trump-fda-commissioner-makary.html
Published: May 8, 2026 21:27
Dr. Makary has been a supporter of the Make American Healthy Again Movement but made some enemies in the administration over vaping, the abortion pill and rejections of new drugs.
U.F.O. Files Released by U.S. Shed Light on What the Government Knows
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/ufo-sightings-us-government.html
Published: May 8, 2026 20:53
The Pentagon on Friday released online what it called “new, never-before-seen” files, dating back decades, related to unidentified flying objects.
Mysterious American Man Makes Mysterious Proposal in Greenland
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/world/europe/greenland-mysterious-offer-american.html
Published: May 8, 2026 20:07
The police in Greenland are investigating the case of a lone man from Las Vegas who goes by Cliff. Locals said he had offered money to Greenlanders to join the United States.
Mahmoud Khalil Hurtles Toward Potential Deportation as U.S. Speeds Case
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/nyregion/mahmoud-khalil-deportation-case.html
Published: May 8, 2026 18:39
A key judicial decision in Mr. Khalil’s immigration case was expedited significantly and included the recusal of multiple judges.
The No-Bid Contract That Is Turning Washington’s Reflecting Pool Blue
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/reflecting-pool-trump-contract.html
Published: May 8, 2026 17:46
President Trump handpicked a firm he said had worked on his swimming pool to repair the iconic site near the Lincoln Memorial.
Trump’s Latest Tariff Setback Looms Over China Talks
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/business/trump-tariffs-china-talks.html
Published: May 8, 2026 16:00
For the president, a major legal defeat could undercut his leverage as he prepares to head to Beijing next week for high-stakes trade negotiations.
California Republican Incumbents Race to the Right as Redistricting Forces Standoff
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/us/politics/california-republican-kim-calvert-congress.html
Published: May 8, 2026 13:00
Forced to fight for political survival because of redistricting, Ken Calvert and Young Kim, both Republicans, are accusing each other of being insufficiently MAGA.
With fuel costs soaring, Trump insists the economy is strong.
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/05/08/business/jobs-report-economy/with-fuel-costs-soaring-trump-insists-the-economy-is-strong
Published: May 8, 2026 10:58
White House aides have sounded bullish on the jobs report, even as warning signs mount amid the war with Iran.
‘Fired From Retirement’: Financially Insecure, Older Americans Return to the Grind
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/business/retirees-back-to-work-money.html
Published: May 8, 2026 09:01
People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.
Trump Dismisses Iran’s Strikes as a ‘Trifle’
https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/middleeast/100000010891071/trump-iran-war-ceasefire.html
Published: May 8, 2026 08:45
President Trump on Thursday said the cease-fire with Iran was still intact after the two countries exchanged fire. He dismissed Iran’s attacks as a “trifle.”
China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/world/asia/trump-xi-china-us-iran-munitions.html
Published: May 8, 2026 04:43
America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.
Many Russians in No Mood for Celebration on Kremlin’s Biggest Day of the Year
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/world/europe/russia-mood-victory-day.html
Published: May 8, 2026 04:01
As the country heads into Victory Day, the economy is stalling, internet restrictions are growing and the Kremlin is fearing Ukrainian attacks.
How Energy Prices Are Driving Demand for Solar Panels and Heat Pumps
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/08/business/europe-solar-panels-iran-war.html
Published: May 8, 2026 04:00
Already having faced an energy crisis five years ago, more European consumers believe they are “one Trump-ignited war away” from crushing costs.
U.S. to Review Mexican Consulates After Right-Wing Claims Against Them
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/mexico-consulates-state-department.html
Published: May 8, 2026 03:18
The State Department said it would review all Mexican consulates in the United States, following claims in conservative media that the consulates interfere in politics.
Trump Says Cease-Fire Intact After Trade of Attacks in Strait of Hormuz
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/middleeast/trump-ceasefire-lincoln-memorial.html
Published: May 8, 2026 02:51
The president dismissed Iran’s firing on U.S. vessels in the strait as a mere “trifle.”
Cornell Is Investigating Confrontation Between President and Students
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/nyregion/cornell-kotlikoff-car-students-investigation.html
Published: May 8, 2026 00:24
The university’s leader bumped into students as he drove away following an evening of debate over the long-running conflict in the Middle East.
Trump Reversed Hormuz Plan After Saudis Denied Airspace Access
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/trump-strait-of-hormuz-saudis.html
Published: May 8, 2026 00:04
Saudi Arabia’s refusal of support suggests that President Trump’s unpredictable approach to Iran has strained ties with one of his closest allies in the Middle East.
U.S. and Zambia Feud: Trump Health Aid Deal Stalls Over Critical Minerals
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/africa/trump-zambia-usaid-minerals-negotiations.html
Published: May 7, 2026 23:54
The tussle put a spotlight on the administration’s attempt to replace the United States Agency for International Development with a new, “America First” alternative.
U.S. Strikes Iranian Targets; Iran Says It Returned Fire
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/iran-us-ships-attack-strait-hormuz.html
Published: May 7, 2026 23:06
The exchange was the latest twist in a week of mixed signals in the region and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, as President Trump searches for an off-ramp in the war that he started.
U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes as Tensions in Strait of Hormuz Rise
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/middleeast/us-iran-trade-strikes-hormuz.html
Published: May 7, 2026 22:48
The escalating attacks raise the threat that the cease-fire could break down.
Louisiana Asks Supreme Court to Halt Abortion Pill Access by Mail
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/supreme-court-abortion-pills-louisiana.html
Published: May 7, 2026 22:48
The request comes after a federal appeals court temporarily blocked a Food and Drug Administration regulation that has greatly expanded access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
Millions for a Paint Job? Trump Wants the Eisenhower Building Painted White.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/trump-paint-eisenhower-building.html
Published: May 7, 2026 22:00
The project would transform the granite exterior of the historic Eisenhower Executive Office Building, which dates to the 1800s.
ICE Arrests Violated Order Requiring Warrants in D.C., Judge Rules
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/trump-dhs-arrests-warrants-dc.html
Published: May 7, 2026 21:17
Despite a previous order, the administration has continued to follow guidance from January empowering immigrations agents to widely make arrests without probable cause, judge says.
Trade Court Rules Trump’s 10% Global Tariff Is Illegal
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/business/economy/trump-global-tariff-ruled-illegal.html
Published: May 7, 2026 21:14
A panel of federal judges blocked President Trump from imposing the tariff on most imports.
As Stockpiles Fall, U.S. Sells More Missiles Worth $17 Billion to Gulf Nations
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/weapons-stockpiles-iran-war.html
Published: May 7, 2026 20:32
The United States and its partners have burned through an enormous amount of air defense missiles in the Iran war, and production is slow.
Iran and U.S. Consider One-Page Plan to End Hostilities, Iranian Officials Say
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/middleeast/iran-us-deal-proposal.html
Published: May 7, 2026 20:04
The plan would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and give the two countries 30 days to hammer out a comprehensive deal, according to three Iranian officials.
Why America Is Removing So Many ‘Deadbeat’ Dams
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/climate/dam-removal-united-states.html
Published: May 7, 2026 20:03
States are recognizing the ecological benefits of ripping out dams and reconnecting rivers.
Trump Administration Lifts Ban on ‘Cyanide Bombs’ on Public Lands
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/climate/cyanide-bombs-public-lands.html
Published: May 7, 2026 18:45
The Bureau of Land Management will allow the use of the spring-loaded traps, which can kill coyotes and other animals that prey on livestock.
Tennessee Approves New Map Aimed at Flipping the Last Democratic Seat
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/elections/tennessee-house-redistricting.html
Published: May 7, 2026 18:23
After a Supreme Court ruling that weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965, Republicans carved up a majority-Black Memphis seat as the national redistricting wars continue.
Trump Administration Weighs Citing ‘Emergency’ to Admit More White South Africans as Refugees
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/trump-afrikaner-refugees-emergency.html
Published: May 7, 2026 17:47
The move would further solidify the U.S. refugee program as a pipeline for the white minority from South Africa.
Trump Panel Recommends FEMA Respond to Fewer Disasters
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/climate/fema-review-panel-trump.html
Published: May 7, 2026 17:13
A White House task force also called for speeding up aid, but some of its ideas would require action by Congress to become reality.
House Republican Proposes Bill to Wind Down the Iran War
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/house-republican-bill-iran-war-tom-barrett.html
Published: May 7, 2026 17:06
Representative Tom Barrett, a Michigan Republican facing a tough re-election race, introduced a bill to impose limits on the use of military force in Iran and end the fighting this summer.
U.S. Debt Hits a Concerning Milestone, and Experts Say Trump’s Policies Could Worsen It
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/business/us-debt-trump-policies-budget.html
Published: May 7, 2026 16:05
The debt is outgrowing the size of America’s economy. The president’s policies could accelerate the country’s fiscal headaches, experts say, unless policymakers intervene.
Did This Appeals Court Go Rogue on Abortion Pills?
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/politics/the-docket-abortion-pills.html
Published: May 7, 2026 16:03
The Fifth Circuit, reversed more than any other appeals court, has a reputation for taking extreme positions.
Why Trump’s Feud With the Pope Worries Republicans
https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/politics/100000010886966/trump-fight-pope-leo-impact-republicans-midterms.html
Published: May 7, 2026 15:53
Our national political correspondent Lisa Lerer explains the impact of President Trump’s spate of attacks against Pope Leo XIV ahead of the closely contested midterm elections.
Federal and State Officials Discuss Closing Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/us/florida-alligator-alcatraz-possible-closure.html
Published: May 7, 2026 15:42
The immigrant detention center in the Everglades, which Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican, opened last July, may be too expensive to keep operating.
U.S. Awaits Iran’s Response to Latest Peace Proposal to End War
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/05/07/world/iran-trump-hormuz-peace-deal/iran-war-us-peace-plan-trump
Published: May 7, 2026 13:51
The spokesman for Iran’s foreign ministry, Esmail Baghaei, said late Wednesday that his government was reviewing an American response to a 14-point Iranian proposal to end the war and would give its response to Pakistan, a key mediator.
World in Waiting Game Over Iran’s Response to U.S. Peace Proposal
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/middleeast/iran-war-us-peace-plan-trump.html
Published: May 7, 2026 12:30
An Iranian official said that Tehran would convey its reply through Pakistan, a key mediator. Another Iranian official had earlier dismissed a reported proposal to end the war as a “list of American wishes.”
Trump Administration Live Updates: President to Meet Brazil’s Leader After Tense Year
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/05/07/us/trump-news
Published: May 7, 2026 12:30
World in Waiting Game Over Iran Peace Proposal Response
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/middleeast/world-in-waiting-game-over-iran-peace-proposal-response.html
Published: May 7, 2026 10:10
An Iranian official said that Tehran would convey its reply through Pakistan, a key mediator. Another Iranian official earlier dismissed a reported proposal to end the war as a “list of American wishes.”
In Hungary, Voters Exposed the Limits of China’s Ties to Orban
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/europe/hungary-orban-china-fidesz-magyar.html
Published: May 7, 2026 09:14
Beijing depended on Hungary’s outgoing leader, Viktor Orban, to gain a toehold in Europe. A giant battery factory proved a step too far.
Trump to Host Brazil’s President Lula at White House After Months of Ups and Downs
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/07/world/americas/trump-brazil-lula-meeting.html
Published: May 7, 2026 09:03
President Trump and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who have had a rocky relationship, will meet on Thursday for talks on security, trade and critical minerals.
Judge Says F.B.I. Can Keep 2020 Election Records Seized From Georgia
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/judge-says-fbi-can-keep-2020-election-records-seized-from-georgia.html
Published: May 7, 2026 02:15
The ruling is the latest in a saga driven by President Trump’s desire for redemption in the state, which he lost in 2020. The county is likely to appeal.
A Scaled-Back Celebration for Public Servants ‘in Trauma’
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/public-servants-awards.html
Published: May 7, 2026 00:55
The Trump administration has eliminated more than 350,000 federal jobs. But an annual effort to inspire talented people to serve the public continues.
Trump’s Gyrations on the War Leave Even Rubio Out of Sync
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/trump-rubio-iran-war.html
Published: May 6, 2026 23:42
The administration’s latest shifts on the status of the conflict show how treacherous it is to speak for a president who cultivates an erratic style.
Trump’s Indiana Victory Shows His Enduring Grip on Core Republican Supporters
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/trump-indiana-republican-base.html
Published: May 6, 2026 22:17
Low approval ratings? MAGA divisions? The president was able to turn out party loyalists in an Indiana primary to help him oust Republican state lawmakers who had crossed him.
Iran War Looms Over Vance as He Visits Iowa
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/jd-vance-iowa-2028.html
Published: May 6, 2026 21:20
The vice president, a skeptic of the war, made his first visit of the cycle to the state that will kick off the 2028 nominating process.
U.S. Prosecutors Pull Out of Event in Sign of Rift With Legal Critics
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/nyregion/nyc-bar-association-us-prosecutors-trump.html
Published: May 6, 2026 21:03
Top federal prosecutors in New York withdrew from an annual event hosted by the City Bar Association, which has been critical of President Trump’s policies.
Jack Smith Calls the Justice Dept. ‘Corrupted’ by Trump and His Allies
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/jack-smith-justice-dept-trump.html
Published: May 6, 2026 21:03
At a private event in Washington last month, Mr. Smith, the former special counsel, accused Justice Department leaders of targeting people for prosecution to please and impress the president.
U.S. Troops in Middle East Wait for the Next Big Moment
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/us-troops-iran.html
Published: May 6, 2026 21:00
The U.S. military is essentially on standby as officials give contradictory signals about the status of the Iran war effort.
Iran Says It Is Reviewing a U.S. Proposal to End the War
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/world/middleeast/us-iran-peace-proposal.html
Published: May 6, 2026 19:30
Nothing was disclosed about the peace plan, and there were conflicting signals from the Iranians about how seriously they were taking it.
How the Fight Over Israel Is Playing Out Inside MAGA
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/politics/israel-maga-republicans.html
Published: May 6, 2026 17:47
The war in Iran has added to a tectonic shift in public opinion — a bipartisan swing away from Israel. Some on the far-right are fighting to keep President Trump’s movement aligned with the Jewish state.
Obama Talks Trump, Mamdani, Aliens and More in Colbert Interview
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/us/obama-colbert-interview-trump.html
Published: May 6, 2026 17:04
The former president was critical of President Trump, without ever naming him. Mr. Obama also urged Democrats to be plain-spoken, and talked about aliens.
His DNA Was Taken After His Arrest at an ICE Protest. Now, He’s Suing.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/nyregion/dna-collection-ice-arrests-lawsuit.html
Published: May 6, 2026 16:45
In a lawsuit, an Air Force veteran says that the federal government is sending a “chilling message” to people demonstrating the immigration crackdown.
Disney Posts Strong Earnings Despite Slowdown in Park Visitors
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/business/media/disney-earnings.html
Published: May 6, 2026 15:24
Disney parks are closely watched as a bellwether for consumer confidence.
Weather Service Races to Rehire as Storm Season Arrives
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/climate/weather-service-staff-storms.html
Published: May 6, 2026 13:56
After deep cuts last year, the agency is hiring hundreds. But fears linger that it isn’t equipped for imminent tornado and hurricane threats.
Trump Makes Sudden U-Turn on Strait of Hormuz Escort Mission
https://www.nytimes.com/video/us/politics/100000010885602/trump-iran-hormuz-project-freedom.html
Published: May 6, 2026 13:37
President Trump changed course on the U.S. mission to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz just a day after it began. Oil prices fell and stocks rose as he cited “great progress” toward an agreement with Iran.
Trump Administration Live Updates: National Mall Shooting Suspect Voiced Hostility Toward White House
https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/05/06/us/trump-news
Published: May 6, 2026 11:56
Inside the Debate About Adding Stocks to Trump Accounts
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/business/dealbook/stocks-trump-accounts.html
Published: May 6, 2026 11:51
Trump administration officials are weighing a plan that would allow wealthy individuals to donate shares in their companies to the investment accounts.
President Trump’s Sudden U-Turn, and a $1 Billion Ballroom Proposal
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/podcasts/the-headlines/trump-iran-white-house-ballroom.html
Published: May 6, 2026 10:00
Plus, a visit to the “Gates to Hell.”
Japan’s Takaichi Pitches Strength and Stability in Visits to Australia and Vietnam
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/06/world/asia/japan-takaichi-australia-vietnam.html
Published: May 6, 2026 04:00
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is attempting to raise Japan’s profile at a time when China’s clout is rising and doubts about the United States are spreading.
In Indiana Primary Elections, Most Trump-Backed Challengers Beat Incumbents
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/trump-candidates-win-indiana-republican-primary.html
Published: May 6, 2026 02:42
President Trump endorsed primary opponents against seven Republican lawmakers who opposed his redistricting push. At least five of the Trump-backed candidates have won their races.
Takeaways From Indiana Primary Elections 2026: Trump Gets Payback
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/trump-indiana-takeaways.html
Published: May 6, 2026 02:08
The president helped unseat most of the state lawmakers he targeted after they rebuffed his call to draw new House maps to help Republicans.
U.S. Military Strikes Boat in Eastern Pacific, Killing 3
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/trump-boat-strike.html
Published: May 6, 2026 01:46
The attack was the second in two days, and the latest in an ongoing campaign against people the United States says are engaged in drug smuggling at sea.
Ohio Governor’s Race Set Between Vivek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/elections/ohio-governor-race-ramaswamy-acton.html
Published: May 6, 2026 01:29
In a close race, Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee, and Dr. Amy Acton, the Democrat, bring distinctive potential liabilities: his wealth and her time leading Ohio’s pandemic response.
Trump and Rubio Insist Iran War Is Over, Even as Missiles Fly During Cease-Fire
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/trump-iran-war-political-crisis-rhetoric.html
Published: May 6, 2026 01:05
The White House is turning to rhetorical leaps as President Trump tries to put the biggest political crisis of his presidency behind him.
Trump Posts Meme of Top Democrats in Sombreros
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/trump-cinco-de-mayo-meme-jeffries-schumer.html
Published: May 6, 2026 00:54
The fake image of Representative Hakeem Jeffries of New York and Senator Chuck Schumer of New York was similar to a post from September that was widely denounced as racist.
Ohio Governor’s Race Set Between an Entrepreneur and a Covid Czar
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/elections/ohio-governors-race-ramaswamy-acton.html
Published: May 6, 2026 00:06
In a close race, Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee, and Dr. Amy Acton, the Democrat, bring distinctive potential liabilities: his wealth and her time leading Ohio’s pandemic response.
Man Accused of Attacking Press Gala Indicted on Four Charges
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/whcd-new-charges.html
Published: May 5, 2026 21:51
A grand jury approved a fourth count against Cole Tomas Allen, who prosecutors say wounded a federal officer while attempting to kill President Trump.
Kid Cudi Fires M.I.A. From Tour After Onstage Comments About Immigrants
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/arts/music/kid-cudi-mia-fired-tour.html
Published: May 5, 2026 21:38
M.I.A. made the comments at a concert in Dallas, drawing boos from the audience and criticism online.
U.S. Says Cease-Fire With Iran Is Holding, Despite Attacks
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/world/middleeast/iran-us-ceasefire-attacks.html
Published: May 5, 2026 21:26
The American effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping is still on course, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said, even as Iran’s state broadcaster dismissed it as a failure.
Trump Will Control His Image at Palm Beach’s Newly Named Trump Airport
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/palm-beach-florida-trump-airport.html
Published: May 5, 2026 21:01
The Trump family won’t profit from branded merchandise sold at the airport. But it will have control over any biographical material presented about President Trump there.
Judge Refers Justice Dept. Lawyer for Possible Discipline, Calling Out ‘Lack of Candor’
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/rhode-island-judge-justice-department-immigrant.html
Published: May 5, 2026 20:10
Officials withheld a detainee’s overseas arrest warrant from a federal judge. When she ordered his release, they used the same information to attack her publicly.
F.A.A. Proposes Rule for Drone-Free Zones
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/us/politics/faa-drones-proposed-rule.html
Published: May 5, 2026 19:57
The Federal Aviation Administration proposed a system for designating certain “critical infrastructure” sites off limits to unmanned aircraft.
Is It Time to Tax the Oil and Gas Industry’s Windfall?
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/climate/oil-and-gas-windfall-tax-climate.html
Published: May 5, 2026 19:01
The war in Iran has meant big profits for fossil fuel companies, prompting some lawmakers to call for a tax. But that would be easier said than done.
Trump Looks for a Silver Bullet to End the Iran War. There May Be None.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/world/middleeast/trump-blockade-iran-war.html
Published: May 5, 2026 18:53
The president is trying to ratchet up the economic pressure on Tehran, but Iran’s government is unlikely to make a deal without a big, face-saving compromise.
U.S. Sues The New York Times, Claiming Discrimination Against a White Man
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/05/business/economy/eeoc-nyt-investigation.html
Published: May 5, 2026 18:36
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said the paper had engaged in “unlawful employment practices” against the man, who did not get a sought-after promotion.
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