Friday, May 15, 2026 4:21 PM ET
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New US House map in Florida accused of violating state ban on partisan gerrymandering -- New US House districts in Florida are facing their first test in court.1 hour ago
A Republican's mysterious absence highlights Congress' silence on health -- Representative Thomas Kean, who has not been seen on Capitol Hill or in his district for two months, is just the latest and most extreme example of how the health of members of Congress remains a black box.2 hours ago
Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation -- Jerome Powell's success at protecting the central bank from day-to-day politics will be a key part of his legacy.6 hours ago
Inside the 'Lincoln' symphony that Philip Glass pulled from Trump's Kennedy Center9 hours ago
The hantavirus outbreak is prompting COVID flashbacks — including the conspiracies10 hours ago
From constant compliments to golden statues, Trump's second term takes praise to new heights4 hours ago
Vice President Vance visits Maine to tout administration's crackdown on benefit fraud1 day ago
RI POLITICS - 'Put this to a vote': R.I. attorney general presses Senate to act on clergy abuse bill, not wait for court input - "It is, in my view, punting, passing the buck, failing to carry out our responsibility as senators," Senator McKenney said of a resolution seeking court advice. "It is, for the survivors of the abuse a timid, feeble action."5 hours ago
A report found the Blue Hill Avenue redesign would speed bus commutes but slow car traffic. It was never released. -- A traffic analysis on the Blue Hill Avenue redesign plan lays out notable gains for bus riders, while projecting longer commutes for drivers.20 hours ago
Upset over cuts, some Boston city councilors weigh rejecting Wu's budget plan to push for higher spending -- Mayor Michelle Wu said in a letter Thursday that she will not bow to pressure to increase the bottom line in her spending proposal to restore cuts.21 hours ago
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Raul Castro's grandson in Havana, US and Cuban officials say10 hours ago
Cuban government says CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with officials in Havana. See how the day unfolded.10 hours ago
Democrats debate in Iowa US Senate primary shaped by outside money and big-name endorsements10 hours ago
Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out16 hours ago
A top US commander dismisses reports of civilian deaths in Iran16 hours ago
Justice Department accuses Yale medical school of illegally using race in admissions16 hours ago