Saturday, November 22, 2025 6:35 AM ET
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Why this Indiana Republican bucks Trump on redistricting -- Republican state lawmakers from Indiana have rejected pressure from the White House to conduct a midcycle redrawing of their congressional maps. One state senator describes why his conservative values led him to oppose the effort.12 hours ago
Why the government's case against James Comey is in peril -- A central theme of President Donald Trump's return to office has been his call to prosecute his perceived political enemies. In one of the most high-profile efforts, against a former FBI director, a series of government missteps means the case might collapse.1 day ago
Marjorie Taylor Greene's split with Trump is the talk of her Georgia district -- The public falling-out between U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and President Donald Trump has brought splits in the MAGA movement into the open. In Ms. Greene's solidly Republican district, voters are weighing their populist allegiances.1 day ago
When Gerry met a salamander: The 1812 roots of today's gerrymandering battles -- Attempts to control the drawing of congressional districts to benefit a party or candidate stretch back nearly to the country's founding. This year's spurt of redistricting has cast renewed interest in what gerrymandering is and how it works.2 days ago
Regaining a sense of place: People and culture come first after Lahaina wildfire -- After the deadliest fire in 100 years of U.S. history, houses are rising from the ground once again in Hawaii. But the people of Lahaina are trying to do more than rebuild buildings – they are also trying to rebuild their culture.3 days ago
The fight over cashless bail: What you need to know -- President Trump is trying to end cashless bail. The reform was to help low-risk, low-income defendants, but it opened a window for repeat offenders. Here's why it's a political football.3 days ago
House to vote as Trump struggles to defuse Epstein issue -- The House is set to pass a bill calling to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. It represents House Republicans' first major rebuke of President Trump this year – a divide that's hidden somewhat by his last-minute support for the measure.4 days ago
Why is Border Patrol leading immigration raids far inside the US? -- The U.S. Border Patrol is playing a leading role in immigration enforcement activities far from U.S. borders. Critics say the agents' borderland ethos results in overly aggressive tactics in urban centers – while the agency proclaims it is protecting Americans.4 days ago
'A mad rush': Federal workers return to backlogs – and another shutdown deadline -- Federal workers return to their jobs after the government reopens, and as they catch up with missed tasks, they know another shutdown is possible soon.5 days ago
What is immigration court? How it works and how it's changing under Trump. -- Immigration courts play a significant role in deciding who can stay in the United States. The Trump administration is transforming this system to speed up removal proceedings and detain more people in the process.8 days ago
After 43 days, the government reopens. How quickly will the damage be undone? -- With the government shutdown over, the next steps come into view: Turning the federal government back on after six weeks might not be easy, or fast.9 days ago
'We don't even know all of what we have.' Howard fights to preserve Black newspapers. -- Across the United States, scholars are working to preserve the history of the Black press before the brittle pages are lost forever. In a basement at Howard University, uncovered treasures have included Frederick Douglass' newspaper, The North Star.9 days ago
House Democrats release Epstein emails saying Trump 'knew about the girls' -- Emails sent from the disgraced financier, Jeffrey Epstein, referencing President Donald Trump have been made public. The White House says the emails were "selectively leaked" to "create a false narrative."9 days ago