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Republicans, Braced for Losses, Push More Voting Restrictions in Congress
Legislation that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote was only the beginning as the G.O.P. presses to sharply limit voting in line with President Trump’s false claims of widespread fraud.
By Annie Karni
us
Tracking the Battle to Reshape Congress for the Midterms
Here is a breakdown of which states are redrawing their maps for the 2026 midterms
By David W. Chen
us
Other Democracies Don’t Redraw Voting Maps Quite Like the U.S. Here’s Why.
In the battle for Congress, redistricting has become all the rage in America. Other nations have guardrails in place to avoid the same situation.
By Christina Morales
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An Architect of Virginia’s Redistricting Will Run for a New Seat Himself
Dan Helmer, a Democratic state lawmaker, played a key role in putting redrawn congressional maps before state voters.
By Reid J. Epstein
podcasts
Colbert Says CBS Barred Interview With Democrat, and Search Teams Scramble After Lake Tahoe Avalanche
Plus, Brad Pitt vs. Tom Cruise?
By Tracy Mumford, Will Jarvis and Ian Stewart
us
Trump Bets on Diplomacy Without Diplomats
President Trump’s most trusted envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are at the center of the Iran and Ukraine negotiations.
By David E. Sanger and Anton Troianovski
world
Second Day of Talks on Russia-Ukraine War Ends After Only 2 Hours
The discussions in Geneva were expected to focus on territorial issues, a major sticking point, but the short duration suggests major progress was not made.
By Constant Méheut
us
What Trump’s Latest East Wing Designs Show
The plans submitted by the White House include more windows, a new garden and an asymmetrical pathway.
By Junho Lee and Ashley Wu
us
Democrats Plan to Counter Trump’s Speech to Congress With Rally
The House Democratic leader has asked rank-and-file members to sit quietly at the speech or skip it altogether, wary of creating a distraction.
By Annie Karni
nyregion
Viral Videos Helped Mamdani Win. Can They Help Him Govern?
Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who won over voters with his approach to social media, is using the same strategy to try to connect City Hall to all New Yorkers.
By Emma Goldberg
nyregion
Mamdani Threatens 9.5% Property Tax Increase if Wealth Tax Is Not Passed
Mayor Zohran Mamdani said his proposal to raise New York City property taxes was a “last resort” to close a budget gap.
By Sally Goldenberg and Grace Ashford
nyregion
A Police Parking Lot in East Harlem Will Become Affordable Housing
The project is the latest example of a push by New York City to build homes on land it owns. The building will be 100 percent affordable, officials say.
By Mihir Zaveri
us
How Jesse Jackson Took King’s Civil Rights Movement to Company Doorsteps
Mr. Jackson was critical to Martin Luther King Jr.’s quest to transform a fight for equality in the South to a national movement for economic and social justice.
By Clyde McGrady
us
How a Stray Quote of Jesse Jackson’s Led to a Rupture Between Black and Jewish Voters
The candidate’s reference to New York as “Hymietown” helped tank his 1984 presidential campaign and eroded a longstanding alliance.
By Jonathan Mahler
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Jackson’s Death Arrives at a Crucial Moment for Black Political Power
There are more Black senators than ever before, but a major Supreme Court ruling could reduce Black representation in the House.
By Reid J. Epstein and Nick Corasaniti
t-magazine
When Did Chicken Become the Most Expensive Thing on the Menu?
The once-humble plate of poultry has been elevated to luxury status, with prices hitting $50 or more.
By Frank Bruni
us
Nine Skiers Still Missing After Lake Tahoe Avalanche
The avalanche struck a guided backcountry skiing group near Truckee, Calif., near the end of a multiday trip, officials said. Six skiers have been rescued.
By Francesca Regalado, Livia Albeck-Ripka, Nazaneen Ghaffar and Rylee Kirk
weather
4 Dead in Colorado Crash as Strong Winds Kick Up Wildfire Warnings
High winds were fueling the risk of wildfires across the Southwest and the Plains, and an Oklahoma town faced a mandatory evacuation. Officials said the weather had caused a deadly pileup in Colorado.
By Rylee Kirk
us
White House Shrugs Off Lutnick’s Epstein Ties
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has acknowledged traveling to Jeffrey Epstein’s island and meeting him on another occasion.
By Alan Rappeport
us
Tracking the Fallout From the Epstein Files
This list will be updated and includes people who have faced concrete consequences, such as the loss of their position, as a result of their connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
By Karen Yourish and Lazaro Gamio
world
Alberto Tomba Was an Icon. The Olympics Have Brought Him Back.
Nicknamed “Tomba la Bomba,” the Italian skier was a global superstar before he drifted from the limelight. Decades later, the Winter Games have given him a new platform.
By Jason Horowitz
well
A New Concern About Weight Loss Drugs: What if They Work Too Well?
Some patients in a clinical trial of one new drug lost so much weight that they became concerned and dropped out.
By Dani Blum
business
How the World’s Most Boring Market Became a ‘Battlefield’
Trading of Japanese government bonds, long considered moribund, is roaring back to life as fears of the country’s debt have sent yields surging.
By River Akira Davis
business
Trump Hails Japan’s First Batch of U.S. Investments
The deals, totaling $36 billion, were the first step in a $550 billion investment pledge aimed at securing tariff relief and sustaining U.S. relations.
By River Akira Davis and Ana Swanson
world
Flawless Asphalt, Empty Homes: A 300-Mile Drive Through Afghanistan
Life and business are back along a road once defined by war damage. But even with improved security, Afghans are desperate for jobs and development.
By Elian Peltier and Tomás Munita
theater
A Downtown Vibe Comes to Broadway This Spring
Without the usual flood of new musicals, the playwrights of works like “Becky Shaw,” “Dog Day Afternoon” and “Giant” are getting a chance to shine.
By Helen Shaw
theater
‘Brokeback Mountain,’ ‘Hamnet’ and 14 More Shows to See This Spring
Across the country, a flurry of theater productions, including “Black Swan” and “The Lunchbox,” are mining the movies for material.
By Laura Collins-Hughes
arts
What to See in New York This Spring
Onstage, “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” and Adrien Brody in “The Fear of 13.” Plus: Cardi B goes on tour, Lise Davidsen takes on Isolde at the Met, 100 years of Martha Graham and more.
opinion
The Baby-Steps Strategy for Democrats to Win in Texas
A shock Democratic victory in a Texas special election shows what the party needs to do to win more there — and many other places, too.
By Michelle Cottle
opinion
The A.I. Disruption Is Actually Here, and It’s Not Terrible
We’re entering a new renaissance of software development. We should all be excited, despite the uncertainties that lie ahead.
By Paul Ford
briefing
Remembering Jesse Jackson
We look back at the life and legacy of an American who helped shape our politics and our culture.
By Sam Sifton
arts
Stephen Colbert Finds a Place to File CBS’s Surprise Statement
“I don’t even know what to do with this,” Colbert said about the network’s news release on a scrapped interview with a Democratic politician, before putting the paper in a dog waste bag.
By Trish Bendix
us
As Bernie Sanders Comes to California, Wealth Tax Opponents Intensify Efforts
The opponents’ latest moves include online ads tied to Gov. Gavin Newsom, a crypto-related push to raise money and competing ballot measures.
By Laurel Rosenhall
nyregion
Manhattan Hospital Ends Medical Treatment for Transgender Youth
NYU Langone Health cited the “current regulatory environment” in its decision to discontinue its gender medicine program for minors.
By Joseph Goldstein
climate
Methane Hunters Track Swamp Gas That Is Driving Climate Warming
Methane emissions from wetlands are rising faster than those from industrial sources, prompting concerns about a climate feedback loop.
By Eric Niiler and Wayan Barre