Politics
As Trump Out-Putins Putin, Russia’s Global Influence Erodes
The conflict in Iran may give Moscow a short-term boost economically and in Ukraine. But it has also shown the…
Jamil Jivani, a Friend of JD Vance, Channels Charlie Kirk With Young Men
Jamil Jivani, a Conservative rookie member of Parliament, follows an American playbook to win over young men on college campuses.
He Had a Purple Heart, PTSD and a Rap Sheet. He Had to Leave the U.S.
After a long battle with drug addiction, Sae Joon Park felt settled in a new life. But he was deported…
The Good Times Are Over in China’s Liquor Capital
Once celebrated for its fiery spirits, the town of Maotai has reeled from a bad Chinese economy, changing tastes and…
D.C. Court Strikes Down Local Ban on High-Capacity Gun Magazines
A three-judge panel reversed the conviction of a man charged with possessing a 30-bullet magazine, saying it had constitutional protection.
Representative Tony Gonzales Will Not Seek Re-election
Several House members had called for Mr. Gonzales, a Texas Republican, to step down after texts emerged showing his pursuit…
U.S. Restarts Diplomatic Relations With Venezuela
Washington has rapidly warmed up ties with Venezuela — and applied major pressure on it — since capturing the country’s…
Steve Daines’s Switcheroo Starts New Fight in Montana Senate Race
Minutes before the Senate filing deadline, Senator Steve Daines withdrew his re-election bid and an ally jumped in. Even some…