Thune Moves to Speed Trump Nominees Past Democratic Blockade
Republicans said the maneuver to change the Senate’s rules, the latest step that would weaken the filibuster, was necessary to overcome Democratic obstruction of President Trump’s nominees.Read More
Trump Administration Quietly Seeks to Build National Voter Roll Using State Data
In a quest to bolster a long-running claim from President Trump concerning undocumented immigrants illegally voting, the Justice Department is seeking detailed voter roll data from over 30 states.Read More
Trump Administration Halts I.R.S. Crackdown on Major Tax Shelters
The Treasury Department is rolling back efforts to shut down aggressive strategies used by America’s biggest multinational companies and wealthiest people.Read More
Israel Orders Evacuation of Gaza City, and Congress Releases Epstein Birthday Notes
Plus, the fight for control of Fox News.Read More
Gaza-Bound Flotilla Struck by Drone in Tunisia, Aid Group Says
Officials in Tunisia said there was no evidence of an attack on the ship, which the Global Sumud Flotilla hoped to use to bring humanitarian goods to Gaza.Read More
Israeli Military Orders Residents of Gaza City to Evacuate
Hundreds of thousands of people will have to decide whether to risk staying put or fleeing south to overcrowded areas, many of which are in ruins, as Israel looks set to launch a full invasion of the city.Read More
In Epstein’s ‘Birthday Book,’ a Celebration of His Lecherous Exploits
The book containing 50th birthday tributes to Jeffrey Epstein was released on Monday by the House Oversight Committee.Read More
Why 7-Eleven and Convenience Stores in Japan Are So Special
Convenience stores are a fixture of Japanese life, and 7-Eleven is the country’s dominant chain. They are a place to shop, pay bills and gather during disasters.Read More
Is America Ready for Japanese-Style 7-Elevens?
Stephen Dacus, head of the chain’s parent company, aims to export its success in Japan, with signature offerings like fresh prepared food.Read More
12th Grade Reading Skills Hit a New Low
High school seniors had the worst reading scores since 1992 on a national test, a loss probably related to increases in screen time and the pandemic. Their math scores fell as well.Read More