Alabama Redistricting Ruling Sparks Hopes for Democrats
Three federal judges in Alabama ruled that a new congressional map drawn by G.O.P. state lawmakers violated the Voting Rights Act. Powered by WPeMatico
Cawthorn Challenge Raises the Question: Who Is an ‘Insurrectionist’?
The challenge to Representative Madison Cawthorn’s re-election bid could set a precedent to challenge other Republicans who encouraged the Jan. 6 attack. Powered by WPeMatico
Justice Dept. Is Reviewing Role of Fake Trump Electors, Top Official Says
Lisa O. Monaco, the deputy attorney general, told CNN that she could not “say anything more on ongoing investigations.” Powered by WPeMatico
U.S. to Bolster Europe’s Fuel Supply to Blunt Threat of Russian Cutoff
Many European officials suspect President Vladimir V. Putin instigated the crisis in the winter in part to leverage his threat to turn off Russian fuel sales to Europe. Powered by WPeMatico
Melania Trump’s Auction of Hat Hit by Plunge in Cryptocurrency
The former first lady is selling a hat she wore for a visit by the French president amid volatility in the value of the digital currency being used for the auction. Powered by WPeMatico
Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge to Affirmative Action at Harvard and U.N.C.
The court’s new conservative supermajority may be skeptical of admissions programs that take account of race to foster educational diversity. Powered by WPeMatico
Cash Aid to Poor Mothers Increases Brain Activity in Babies, Study Finds
The research could have policy implications as President Biden pushes to revive his proposal to expand the child tax credit. Powered by WPeMatico
Pentagon Puts 8,500 Troops on ‘High Alert’ Amid Ukraine Tensions
The move signals a shift for the Biden administration as the United States and NATO allies brace for possible Russian military action. Powered by WPeMatico
Court Throws Out Alabama’s New Congressional Map
A federal panel of judges ordered state lawmakers to redraw the lines, saying Black voters “have less opportunity than other Alabamians” to elect candidates of their choice. Powered by WPeMatico
War May Loom, but Are There Offramps?
Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine are growing, but diplomatic options remain. Powered by WPeMatico