Israel and the powerful Iranian-backed militant group have continued to trade attacks since an initial ceasefire deal in April. Hezbollah has not commented on the latest agreement. Go to Source …
Does Nithya Raman still have a chance? California’s uncounted votes could help Democrats
Experts predict there could be a progressive surge from late voting Democrats as vote-by-mail ballots continue to be counted over the next few days. Read full story Author: Grace Toohey
Massie, 3 Other House Republicans Broke From Trump on Iran War Powers Vote
Four Republicans from different ideological factions crossed party lines to vote with Democrats in favor of reining in the president’s power to wage war unilaterally. Go to Source Author: Robert …
House Passes Iran War Powers Resolution in Bipartisan Rebuke to Trump
A measure to direct an end to U.S. engagement in Iran was adopted with a handful of Republicans in support, sending a signal of opposition to the president’s handling of …
The House Votes to End the Iran War
Also, the N.B.A. finals tips off. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday. Go to Source Author: Matthew Cullen https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
‘I Love It’: Trump Is Still in Favor of $1.8 Billion Payout Fund
Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, said on Tuesday that the administration was “not moving forward with the fund, period,” after the plan drew bipartisan backlash. Go to Source Author: …
U.S. and intelligence allies issue rare joint warning about China
Nations in the Five Eyes intelligence partnership warned that fake profiles and job offers are targeting military officers, spies, and others with access to classified or sensitive information. Go to …
G.O.P. Revives Immigration Bill, Weighing Ban on Trump’s Fund
Several Republicans suggested they would insist on adding a measure to bar the president from creating a fund to pay people who claim to be victims of government persecution. Go …
Out of Time to Delay, House to Vote on Trump’s Power to Continue War in Iran
A measure to direct the president to halt U.S. engagement in Iran had been on track to pass in late May, but Republican leaders postponed action. They have run out …
Six Questions Out of Tuesday’s Big Primaries in California, Iowa and Elsewhere
Who will run California? Can Democrats win Iowa? Here’s what happened, and what might be next. Go to Source Author: Tim Balk and Katie Glueck https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
Trump Administration Turns to a New Rationale to Justify Old Tariffs
The administration has settled on a more legally and politically durable way to impose tariffs, but some say the focus on forced labor is merely a pretext for protectionism. Go …
Trump Administration Fights Court Order to Refund Some Tariffs
The administration has started to repay some of the money, but has signaled it may make it harder for certain businesses to claim the full amount they are owed. Go …
New Intelligence Role Puts Bill Pulte’s Housing Agenda in Doubt
Mr. Pulte has had difficulty boosting the housing market as head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Now he will also serve as acting intelligence director. Go to Source Author: …
‘Infuriated’ Former Judges Take on Trump
Critics say it is unseemly for retired judges to trade on the prestige of their former positions. Go to Source Author: Adam Liptak https://rss.nytimes.com/services/xml/rss/nyt/HomePage.xml
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass makes Nov. 3 runoff; Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman fight for second
Mayor Karen Bass was leading Councilmember Nithya Raman and reality TV personality Spencer Pratt in the most wide-open L.A. mayor’s race in a generation. Read full story Author: David Zahniser, …
Hilton, Becerra take early leads in California’s crowded race for governor
The race for California governor remains up for grabs. Read full story Author: Nicole Nixon, Seema Mehta
Los Angeles city attorney trails challengers early; incumbent city controller holds lead
Los Angeles City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto lagged far behind her challengers based on early returns. City Controller Kenneth Mejia held a lead over his opponent. Read full story Author: …
Bomb threat suspect dead, all hostages released from Bakersfield bank building
A man suspected of having a bomb was killed by FBI, allowing all hostages inside the Chase Bank building in downtown Bakersfield to be released Tuesday morning, officials said. Read …
The U.S. is investigating two more Mexican governors for connections to cartels
The U.S. investigation into two Mexican governors suspected of working with organized crime threatens to deepen a growing rift between the U.S. and the Sheinbaum government. Read full story Author: …
Rent-hike ban to protect fire victims ends despite gouging concerns
Fire-related rent gouging ban expires Read full story Author: Roger Vincent