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Black Voters Drift From Democrats, Imperiling Harris’s Bid, Poll Shows

Black Voters Drift From Democrats, Imperiling Harris’s Bid, Poll Shows

Maya King, Jonathan Weisman and Ruth Igielnik
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Politics

Vice President Kamala Harris is on track to win a majority of Black voters, and has brought many back to her party since taking over for President Biden. Still, a significant gap in support persists.


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Trump Leads in Arizona as Harris Holds an Edge in Pennsylvania, New Polls Show

Trump Leads in Arizona as Harris Holds an Edge in Pennsylvania, New Polls Show

Michael C. Bender and Ruth Igielnik
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Politics

The latest Times/Inquirer/Siena polls found Donald Trump with a six-point advantage in Arizona, and Kamala Harris with a four-point lead in Pennsylvania.


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Daring Trump, Harris’s Campaign Says It Will Release Her Medical Information

Daring Trump, Harris’s Campaign Says It Will Release Her Medical Information

Katie Rogers
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Politics

Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign is trying to capitalize on a lack of health information shared by her rival. Candidates are often selective about what they choose to share.


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Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas

Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas

Emily Flitter
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Politics

After Helene and Milton, some small Florida companies risk bankruptcy. Larger ones will be in the hot seat with lawmakers and consumer groups.


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Israeli Strikes on Northern Gaza Kill at Least 20, Aid Workers Say

Israeli Strikes on Northern Gaza Kill at Least 20, Aid Workers Say

Liam Stack
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Politics

Israel’s military said it was “operating with great force” against Hamas and allied groups and issued new evacuation orders, as it also continued its campaign in Lebanon.


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Is Israel’s Invasion of Lebanon Legal? Here’s What International Law Says.

Is Israel’s Invasion of Lebanon Legal? Here’s What International Law Says.

Lara Jakes
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Politics

Explaining the issues of sovereignty, self-defense and humanitarian safeguards.


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China Vows to Unleash More Borrowing to Spur Economy and Strengthen Banks

China Vows to Unleash More Borrowing to Spur Economy and Strengthen Banks

Keith Bradsher
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Politics

The finance minister said Beijing would sell bonds to supplement spending and help banks but did not detail how much.


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Twitter Banned Them. What Happened When Elon Musk Reinstated Them?

Twitter Banned Them. What Happened When Elon Musk Reinstated Them?

Kate Conger, Tiffany Hsu and Aaron Krolik
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Politics

Many users who were reinstated by X have continued to share the kinds of false narratives and conspiracies that once got them suspended.


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The Eric Adams Administration Is in Crisis. Who’s Running NYC?

The Eric Adams Administration Is in Crisis. Who’s Running NYC?

Emma G. Fitzsimmons
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Politics

Mayor Eric Adams is relying on a group of respected civil servants to run the city and a trio of advisers to salvage his political career. Some say it’s too late.


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Mayor Adams’s Rivals Reveal Fund-Raising Totals. Mr. Adams? Who Knows.

Mayor Adams’s Rivals Reveal Fund-Raising Totals. Mr. Adams? Who Knows.

Jeffery C. Mays and Bianca Pallaro
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Politics

With Mayor Eric Adams’s future in flux as he faces federal bribery charges, his challengers prepare for the possibility of an election before the June primary.


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An Oval Office — Right Across From the White House

An Oval Office — Right Across From the White House

Michael D. Shear and Kent Nishimura
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Politics

The White House Historical Association has opened a new museum that aims to provide insight into the difficult choices that presidents face.


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In 2024 Election Countdown, Conservative Women Women Turn to a Biblical Queen

In 2024 Election Countdown, Conservative Women Women Turn to a Biblical Queen

Elizabeth Dias and Ruth Graham
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Politics

Alarmed by abortion and transgender rights, Christian activists are invoking the Old Testament story of Esther, the Jewish orphan who bravely saved her people.


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How South Korea’s Dogs Became Members of the Family

How South Korea’s Dogs Became Members of the Family

Choe Sang-Hun and Chang W. Lee
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Politics

They have become pampered family members in South Korea, which has the world’s lowest birthrate and where much of the population lives alone.


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Harris Says She Would Form Bipartisan Council of Advisers

Harris Says She Would Form Bipartisan Council of Advisers

Simon J. Levien
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Politics

The stop in Arizona was part of the Harris campaign’s strategy to court Republicans disaffected with former President Donald J. Trump.


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Trump Rally in Aurora, Colo., Is Marked by Nativist Attacks

Trump Rally in Aurora, Colo., Is Marked by Nativist Attacks

Michael Gold and Jonathan Weisman
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Politics

The former president continued to make claims about the city that have been disputed by local officials, including its Republican mayor.


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