Mr. Barr, who serves in the House, consolidated support among Republicans in part by securing the endorsement of President Trump. Go to Source Author: Nick Corasaniti https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
The I.R.S. Will Drop Audits of Trump and His Family
Also, voters cast ballots in key primaries. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday. Go to Source Author: Matthew Cullen https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Early War Goal Was to Install Hard Line Former President as Iran’s Leader
An Israeli strike designed to free Mahmoud Ahmadinejad from house arrest in Tehran, U.S. officials said, was part of an effort to bring about regime change and put him in …
Senate Votes to Take Up Measure to Force Trump to End Iran War
With four Republican backers, Democrats won a vote to advance a resolution that would force the president to end hostilities or win authorization from Congress. Go to Source Author: Megan …
Bond Yields Hit Highest Level Since 2007 as Inflation Fears Set In
The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield hasn’t been this high since the lead-up to the global financial crisis. Across Europe and Asia, yields are also elevated. Go to Source Author: Joe …
Admiral accuses lawmaker of ‘inappropriate’ remark at Iran war hearing
Adm. Brad Cooper, the head of U.S. Central Command, appeared frustrated with questions from House Democrats who pressed him on a range of issues about the conflict. Go to Source …
As Putin visits China, distrust simmers beneath an anti-U.S. alliance
Back-to-back visits to Beijing by the American and Russian presidents are highlighting how China’s Xi Jinping is the world leader to be reckoned with and courted. Go to Source Author: …
I.R.S. Must Drop Audits of Trump and Family
As part of the Justice Department’s compensation fund deal, officials vowed not to pursue any matters, including those involving President Trump’s tax returns, that are pending. Go to Source Author: …
The IRS Thought it Could Fight Trump’s Lawsuit, but it Reached a Deal Anyway
Officials wrote a memo outlining ways to challenge President Trump’s suit against the Internal Revenue Service. The administration is instead creating an “anti-weaponization” fund. Go to Source Author: Andrew Duehren …
What we know about the teens accused of attacking San Diego Islamic Center, killing 3
Clark and a second suspect, both in their late teens, opened fire at the center Monday morning, police said. They were found minutes later dead of self-inflicted gunshot wounds, according …
Security guard’s ‘heroic’ actions saved others in San Diego mosque attack, officials say
The Islamic Center of San Diego is mourning three people killed in Monday’s attack, including a security guard praised by police for his actions. Read full story Author: Hannah Fry, …
Sandy fire growth stalls overnight, evacuation warnings lifting in Ventura County
A wind-driven fire that broke out in Ventura County Monday morning stalled overnight, allowing some residents to return home. Read full story Author: Terry Castleman, Karen Garcia
Forced treatment and jail: Spencer Pratt’s pledges to end homelessness stir up mayor’s race
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt wants to use arrests and mandatory drug and addiction treatment to clear the streets, but some expert said he would face huge legal, financial …
Billionaire Tom Steyer’s $192.4-million self-funded California gubernatorial bid shatters records
Billionaire Tom Steyer shatters spending record in California governor’s race — and may be the first successful self-funder Read full story Author: Seema Mehta
City Council progressives snub Raman, endorse Bass in L.A. mayor’s race
The endorsements by Hernandez, Jurado and Soto-Martínez are aimed at denting left-wing support for Nithya Raman, who polls show is battling Spencer Pratt for a runoff spot against Mayor Bass. …
Arellano: Spencer Pratt’s Make L.A. Great Again acolytes and their dark vision of the city
Pratt’s loudest fans loathe modern-day L.A., and that should chill all other Angelenos. These haters would be his primary constituents and populate his brain trust if he wins. Read full …
Humans are killing California Joshua trees. Can fungi save them?
The Joshua tree has been featured in poetry and music and represented a burning bush in the latest episode of “Euphoria.” A small group of scientists hope the key to …
Hiltzik: A surge in Nevada data center construction threatens the electricity supply for 49,000 Californians
Local opposition has blocked or delayed more than a dozen huge data center projects around the country. But these Californians won’t get to vote on Nevada projects that could affect …
Top LAUSD academic chiefs leaving as test scores rise and FBI raid sidelines Carvalho
The challenge for LAUSD is continuing progress that has won acclaim, despite the absence of Supt. Alberto Carvalho and his top two academic administrators. Read full story Author: Howard Blume
For the first time, a warm winter just wiped out SoCal’s little-known cherry harvest
May is usually cherry-picking season in parts of Southern California. But Leona Valley orchards has announced there are none to pick because it’s been so warm. Read full story Author: …