U.S. to Withdraw All Troops From Niger by September
The announcement spells out the terms of a pullout that the Biden administration unveiled last month and comes after a military junta ousted Niger’s president last July. Share full article…
May 19, 2024
Biden Draws on Themes of Manhood and Faith at Morehouse Commencement
The president’s appearance at the historically Black college in Atlanta drew some respectful but noticeable protest over U.S. support for Israel’s war in Gaza. Share full article “What is democracy…
‘We’ll See You at Your House:’ How Fear and Menace Are Transforming Politics
Public officials from Congress to City Hall are now regularly subjected to threats of violence. It’s changing how they do their jobs. Representative Jamie Raskin, Democrat of Maryland, played a…
With an Eye to Black Voters, Biden to Address Graduates at Morehouse College
The president’s appearance at the historically Black college in Atlanta was not welcomed by all on campus, amid dissatisfaction with U.S. support for Israel’s war in Gaza. Share full article…
Accepting N.R.A. Endorsement, Trump Pledges to Be Gun Owners’ Ardent Ally
Addressing the annual meeting of the National Rifle Association, former President Donald J. Trump on Saturday promised to roll back the Biden administration’s gun-control measures if elected. Share full article…
Stefanik to Denounce Biden, and Praise Trump, in Speech to Israel’s Parliament
The New York congresswoman will become the highest-ranking House Republican to speak before Israel’s Parliament since the Oct. 7 attacks, in a move meant to capitalize on Democratic divisions. Share…
U.S. and Iranian Officials Held Indirect Talks in Oman on Risks of a Wider War
The talks were the first since Iran attacked Israel last month in retaliation for its killing of an Iranian general. Share full article Iranians celebrating last month after Iran attacked…
In Atlanta, Biden Warms Up His Pitch to Black Voters
The president, who is trailing key states in recent polling, tried to cast the election as a struggle for democracy itself. Share full article President Biden meeting with supporters at…