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The Islamic State and Al Qaeda consider Africa ‘very fertile ground,’ said Christopher A. Wray, who is meeting with officials in Nigeria and Kenya. Listen to this article · 4:47…

The senator’s accident in Maryland last weekend did not come as a surprise to some of his former staff members, who said he was a notoriously distracted driver. Listen to…

The justices found that the administration had exceeded its power in prohibiting the sale and possession of the gun attachments. Listen to this article · 5:34 min Learn more Share…

In a new book, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci recounts a career advising seven presidents. The chapter about Donald J. Trump is titled “He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not.” Listen…

The annual defense policy legislation emerged from a House committee with bipartisan backing, but Republicans loaded it with right-wing mandates targeting abortion, transgender care and diversity initiatives. Listen to this…

As he considers his vice-presidential pick, Donald J. Trump has sought advice on a few key factors, including who will match up best on the debate stage against Vice President…

The material, which was purchased from a little-known Chinese company, was sold with falsified documents and used in parts that went into jets from both manufacturers. Share full article A…

A congressional committee released documents showing that Justice Clarence Thomas had not disclosed three private jet trips paid for by the Texas billionaire Harlan Crow. Listen to this article ·…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the United States should accept a diminished role in global affairs and divert much of the nation’s security spending to domestic programs. Share full article…

Donald Trump cut the business tax rate to 2