California Republican Incumbents Race to the Right as Redistricting Forces Standoff

Forced to fight for political survival because of redistricting, Ken Calvert and Young Kim, both Republicans, are accusing each other of being insufficiently MAGA.Read More
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Rob Sand Is Worrying Iowa Republicans

Rob Sand, Iowa’s auditor, is campaigning for governor with a pragmatic message that eschews strict partisanship.Read More
In Huge Blow to Democrats, Virginia Court Strikes Down House Map

The decision is a major victory for Republicans, wiping away a measure approved by voters to allow Democrats to gain as many as four House seats in the midterms.Read More
Emirates Doubles Down on U.S. and Israeli Ties Amid Iran War

The United Arab Emirates has borne the brunt of Iranian attacks throughout the war, hardening the government’s resolve to reassess its list of friends and foes.Read More
‘Fired From Retirement’: Financially Insecure, Older Americans Return to the Grind

People return to work for many reasons, but the biggest is financial need. As costs remain high, more retirees could be looking to re-enter the job market.Read More
Oil Prices Rise as U.S. and Iran Test Truce With Military Strikes

Oil prices rose after the United States attacked Iranian military sites in retaliation for Iran firing on U.S. warships in the Strait of HormuzRead More
Trump Calls Iran Strikes a ‘Trifle,’ and the Latest on the Hantavirus Outbreak

Plus, the Friday news quiz.Read More
U.S. Schools Face a Crisis as the Number of Children Drops

With fewer students, many public school districts are confronting unfilled classrooms, and hard choices about school closures.Read More
China Sees a ‘Giant With a Limp’ as U.S. Drains Weapons on Iran War

America’s ability to deter China in a war over Taiwan is weakened, Chinese analysts say, giving Beijing leverage in an upcoming summit with President Trump.Read More
How Energy Prices Are Driving Demand for Solar Panels and Heat Pumps

Already having faced an energy crisis five years ago, more European consumers believe they are “one Trump-ignited war away” from crushing costs.Read More