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Promising Much to Many, Johnson Loses His Grip on the House

Republicans are growing frustrated with Mr. Johnson’s approach to governing with a razor-thin majority, saying that he promises more than he can achieve, frustrating the disparate groups in his caucus.

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U.S.A.I.D. Cuts Killed People. That’s the Truth.

Musk insists that his demolition of humanitarian aid didn’t cost lives. So I propose he take a trip with me.

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Crypto Brought Trump a Huge Windfall, Even as Many Investors Lost Big

President Trump and his family reaped vast financial rewards from a memecoin that generated losses for hundreds of thousands of investors.

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The Heat Wave Proves That We Need to Adapt to Climate Change

The world’s infrastructure was built for a climate we no longer have.

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JD Vance Defends Iran War in Speech to Military Members

The vice president, a staunch critic of foreign wars, accused the president’s detractors of trying to prolong a conflict the administration was trying to end.

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LeBron James’ Last Act Should Be Cleveland

James doesn’t need another championship ring or another record. He needs to be loved more.

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As Earthquake Death Toll Mounts, Venezuela Grapples With Recovering and Burying Bodies

As the death toll mounts, thousands of bodies have overwhelmed Venezuela’s forensic system, turning a seaport into a temporary morgue.

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The Democratic Incumbents Most at Risk of Losing to Progressive Primary Challengers in 2026

A wave of outsider fervor has already knocked out a number of incumbents in primary races. Several more face spirited opposition.

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Trump Remakes Washington, D.C., Into a Maze of Fences and Guard Members

President Trump seems to have turned swaths of the city into either a construction zone or an armed camp as he seeks to prove that he alone can improve it.

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Two People Climb Needle of Empire State Building

After making the climb, the pair unfurled a large black flag and apparently posted to Instagram. Video appears to show one person proposing to the other.

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A Wildlife Regulator’s Family Business Had a Permit to Renew. She Stepped In.

Jenifer Chatfield, a top official at the Interior Department, faces scrutiny from ethics experts for actions that could help her family’s business.

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Ex-C.I.A. Chief Asks for Order Forcing Trump Administration to Preserve Records

Lawyers for John O. Brennan said they want the materials saved in anticipation of bringing a vindictive prosecution motion if charges against Mr. Brennan are ultimately filed.

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Troop Casualties in Ukraine War Top 2 Million, Study Finds

Russia has borne the heavier toll, with 1.4 million troops killed or wounded since it invaded in February 2022.

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The Divorce Crusader

Part activist, part influencer, Adina Sash will do anything to rescue Orthodox women she sees as trapped in their marriages.

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What Would Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Prenuptial Agreement Look Like?

What would a prenuptial agreement between one of the world’s biggest pop stars and a three-time Super Bowl champion look like? Legal experts weigh in.

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N.Y.P.D. Memo Outlines Taylor Swift Wedding Events at the Garden

Law enforcement officials in the city are preparing to monitor the pop star’s two-day event at Madison Square Garden, and several streets in the area will be closed.

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Can ‘Chalant’ Dating Help More People Find Love? Ask Taylor and Travis.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are the poster children for enthusiastic romance. Some regular daters are pining for a similar dynamic.

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America, Onscreen

Ten writers on the films that get at the hopes, dreams, heartbreak and hilarity of the U.S.A. as it turns 250.

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Fed’s Warsh Says Inflation Poses Less Risk Than a Few Weeks Ago

The Federal Reserve chairman, Kevin Warsh, stressed that the central bank would “deliver price stability,” a point he has emphasized repeatedly since taking over in May.

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SpudCell: Scientists Made a Cell With Most of the Hallmarks of Life. Here’s What to Know.

From why it was created to whether it’s alive, here’s what to know about SpudCell, the latest advance in synthetic biology.

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How the Iran War Ignited a Clash Between Trump and the Saudi Crown Prince

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pressed President Trump earlier to cripple Iran. But as Iran asserted its power, the prince urged a cease-fire, and is now pursuing his security priorities.

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Republicans’ Home-Field Edge for Senate Seems Just Enough for Now

Democratic candidates are generally popular, Times/Siena polling finds, but retaking the Senate remains a big challenge.

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After Trading Attacks, U.S. and Iran Edge Back Toward Diplomacy

With negotiators in Qatar, oil prices are easing as shipowners send more vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, unblocking energy flows.

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Victor Willis, Lead Singer of the Village People, Dies at 74

Often performing dressed as a helmeted police officer, he also co-wrote the group’s biggest hits, including “Y.M.C.A.” and “Macho Man.”

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A Separation of Powers

We look at the Supreme Court rulings on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes.

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The Supreme Court’s Momentous Term, and How Trump Has Made at Least $2.2 Billion in Office

Plus, zombies at the mall.

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Heat Wave Trudges East on Wednesday

More than 160 million people are under extreme heat warnings or heat advisories ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

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Trump Suggestion of a Syrian Crackdown on Hezbollah Confounds Many in Mideast

During peace talks, President Trump repeatedly floated the idea that Syria could help subdue Hezbollah in Lebanon. The proposal revived bitter memories.

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Victor Willis, Village People Frontman, Dies at 74

Dressed as a helmeted police officer, Willis co-wrote the group’s biggest hits including “Y.M.C.A” and “Macho Man.”

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The Birthright Decision Was Surprisingly Close, Some Legal Scholars Say

A bare majority of Supreme Court justices ruled that President Trump’s executive order was unconstitutional, reflecting a conservative shift on the issue.

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