Why Is Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Getting Canceled?

Maybe the “Late Show” decision is purely financial. But after Paramount’s cave over “60 Minutes,” it is hard to trust.Read More
Trump’s War With Powell Throws a Little-Known Planning Board Into Scrutiny

The National Capital Planning Commission has become pivotal in the administration’s campaign to discredit Jerome H. Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve.Read More
Trump’s Withering Criticism of Powell Puts Fed Decisions Under Microscope

The central bank is poised to hold interest rates steady this month, but there could be a path to cut as early as September.Read More
Bolsonaro, Brazil’s Former President, Ordered to Wear Ankle Monitor Before Trial

Brazil’s Supreme Court ordered Jair Bolsonaro, the former president, to stay home most hours, defying President Trump’s demands that charges against Mr. Bolsonaro be dropped.Read More
As Harvard and Trump Head to Court, the Government Piles on the Pressure

President Trump suggested a deal was coming, but officials are still demanding more from Harvard, including extensive information about international students, staff payroll and protests.Read More
Trump’s New Order on Epstein Files, and Colbert’s Canceled ‘Late Show’

Plus, your Friday news quiz.Read More
UK, France and Germany Plan for a Post-U.S. Future

The leaders of France, Germany and Britain are building parallel diplomatic institutions to defend Europe as President Trump retreats from the continent.Read More
Truemed, a Start-Up Run by an RFK. Jr. Aide, Gives Tax Breaks for Meat and Mattresses

The start-up, called Truemed, helps people buy meat and mattresses with money that isn’t subject to federal income tax. But does the tax break apply?Read More
Trump-Driven Chaos Comes to U.S. Attorney’s Offices in Waves

In Manhattan, Brooklyn, Albany and Newark, confusion has reigned as prosecutors are fired or walk out, and U.S. attorneys serve in limbo while awaiting confirmation.Read More
As Harvard and Trump Head to Court, the Government Piles on the Pressure

President Trump suggested a deal was coming, but officials are still demanding more from Harvard, including extensive information about international students, staff payroll and protests.Read More