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Obama Says He Occupies a ‘Suite’ in Trump’s Head

Former President Barack Obama says President Trump has an obsession with him and that Mr. Trump “knows better” than to say “crazy stuff” to his face.

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Justices Clash on Whether Race Played a Role in Trump’s Bid to Deport Haitians

The split mirrored one that has long divided Americans: how seriously to take the president’s loose, provocative and sometimes ugly remarks.

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Supreme Court Expands Trump’s Immigration Power

Also, Iran strikes a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

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Complaint Seeks Disclosure of Pentagon’s Agreement With Scouting America

The Pentagon and the organization have given contradictory accounts of an agreement reached in February.

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Hoping for Miracles as Venezuela Digs Out From Massive Quakes

It is known as a “doublet,” two earthquakes in quick succession, and it has brought the Latin American country to its knees.

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Here’s What the Supreme Court’s Decision Means for TPS Holders

The ruling on Temporary Protection Status will have swift repercussions for migrants and employers alike.

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Tighter Canadian Borders Limit U.S. Deportees Seeking Refuge

New Canadian policies and a longstanding border agreement with the United States will make heading north a tough route for Syrians and Haitians.

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After Supreme Court TPS Ruling, What Conditions May Haitian and Syrian Deportees Face?

The Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration could end humanitarian protections for many Haitians and Syrians in the United States, clearing the way for their potential deportation.

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U.S. Military’s Weapons Shortage Shows Few Signs of Easing Soon

President Trump and Pentagon officials tried to reassure manufacturers as they sought additional funding from Congress.

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The Supreme Court’s TPS Decision Is a Slap in the Face to Lawful Immigrants

The Supreme Court just gave the Trump Administration free rein to end Temporary Protected Status.

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Inside the C.D.C.’s Mad Scramble to Meet Kennedy’s Demands

A cache of internal emails offers a look at the pressure the nation’s public health officials faced from the new health secretary in the early months of the Trump administration.

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Are You a Gen Z Job Seeker?

It’s rough out there. We want to hear about it.

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Iran Threatens Ships in Strait of Hormuz as Marco Rubio Meets Gulf Leaders

The new warning complicated efforts to revive use of the critical waterway as Washington sought regional support for its framework peace agreement with Iran.

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Trump Keeps Undercutting Republicans’ Message, Squandering His Own Trifecta

Divisions between the president and his party on Capitol Hill have muddled Republicans’ midterm pitch to voters, and have crippled the G.O.P. at what should be the peak of its power.

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Supreme Court T.P.S. Ruling on Haiti Plunges Many Migrants Into Limbo

The decision renders 1.3 million people from more than a dozen countries, many who have lived in the United States for decades, vulnerable to deportation.

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What Are the Paths Forward for the Housing Bill After Trump Refused to Sign It?

President Trump abruptly scrapped plans to sign a major housing bill. It could still become law, with or without a presidential signature. But Mr. Trump could also try to kill it.

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Latest Victims of France’s Heat Wave: Children Locked in Family Cars

As temperatures pass record levels in France, the heat wave-related death toll continues to rise.

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Why These Affordable Homes Face a 31% Rent Increase

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has promised relief for rent-stabilized tenants. But thousands of apartments under a separate city program are subject to increases, creating an awkward contrast.

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Federal Judge Strikes Key Parts of Trump Order Restricting Mail Voting

The ruling rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to change federal election procedures through an executive order.

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Deadly Heat Wave in Europe Continues to Smash Temperature Records

The continent’s second heat wave since May continued to disrupt daily life for millions. Officials in Spain said it might have contributed to a spike in deaths.

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Why the Venezuelan Earthquakes Happened, and What to Expect Next

Twin earthquakes like those that ripped through the region are unusual but not unheard of. Scientists are already gathering data needed for a more detailed picture.

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Two-Party System, One-Party Rule

Why does our seemingly competitive political system produce so much stagnation and corruption?

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Chinese A.I. Models Gain Ground on Anthropic and OpenAI

Silicon Valley engineers recently flocked to new technology from a Chinese company, Z.ai, that is almost as good as its American competitors but much cheaper.

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Mamdani’s Rent Freeze Could Become Reality Today. Here’s What to Know.

A freeze for rent-stabilized homes is expected when a city panel votes on Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan on Thursday, but the move is likely to face legal challenges.

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Tickled Apes Reveal the Rhythmic Roots of Laughter

A study of chimps, gorillas and other great apes, including human children, sheds light on how laughter has evolved.

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Apple Raises Prices on Macs and iPads Amid the A.I. Boom

The tech giant cited the soaring costs of memory and storage chips as it increased prices more than $200 on some devices.

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Supreme Court Lets Trump End Deportation Protection for Haitians and Syrians

President Trump has pushed to rescind Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of people from countries convulsed by humanitarian crises.

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Supreme Court Allows Trump to Block Asylum Seekers at Border

A policy of turning back asylum seekers at the border was rescinded in 2021, but the Trump administration wants the flexibility to reinstate it as a tool for border control.

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Here’s What It Means to Be a Democratic Socialist

Universal health care, taxing the wealthy and opposition to military aid to Israel are among the movement’s key tenets.

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Inflation Accelerated in May as Iran War Pushed Up Prices

A closely watched measure of inflation ticked up as the conflict in the Middle East inflated energy prices.

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