America, Onscreen
Ten writers on the films that get at the hopes, dreams, heartbreak and hilarity of the U.S.A. as it turns 250.
Is Kidmaxxing the Ultimate Status Symbol for Ultimate Wealth?
What drives these men to reproduce at an industrial scale?
Melat Kiros, a Left-Wing Insurgent, Ousts a 15-Term Congresswoman in Colorado
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic socialist, unseated Representative Diana DeGette in a Democratic primary to represent the Denver area.
Talarico Seizes on Paxton Tabloid Story to Test Corruption Attacks in Texas Senate Race
After a salacious report about Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for Senate in Texas, his Democratic rival, James Talarico, seized on the news — but focused on corruption and affordability.
U.S. Lifts Restrictions on Anthropic’s Most Powerful A.I. Models
The move allows Anthropic to bring its most powerful technologies back online, de-escalating a feud with the Trump administration.
Manny Rutinel, a Progressive, Wins Colorado Primary for Competitive House Seat
Manny Rutinel, a state representative and former activist, will face Representative Gabe Evans, a Republican seen as vulnerable, in the fall.
Phil Weiser Upsets Michael Bennet in Colorado Democratic Governor Primary
Phil Weiser beat Senator Michael Bennet in the Democratic primary, presenting himself as the stronger foil for President Trump.
Judges Strike Down Trump Rule on Loan Forgiveness for Public Servants
Two federal courts have blocked a new Trump administration rule that could have narrowed eligibility for a student loan forgiveness program for public servants.
Trump Officials Sideline Machado, Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Over Earthquake Response
U.S. officials called a bid by María Corina Machado, the Nobel Peace Prize winner, to return to earthquake-battered Venezuela a “political stunt” that has distracted from recovery efforts.
Trump Pulled in at Least $2.2 Billion in 2025, Financial Disclosure Shows
The release of a mandatory financial disclosure for 2025 shows that the Trump family’s holdings, particularly the president’s crypto businesses, were stunningly lucrative.
What Tom Kean Did and Didn’t Explain About His Absence
Representative Thomas Kean Jr., a New Jersey Republican, has finally reappeared in Congress. Questions remain about his nearly four-month absence from public life, which he said was due to depression.
Trump’s Moneymaking Run: Unrivaled in Presidential History
The president’s move to open new business ventures, rather than eliminate potential conflicts, defies a long-held tradition.
Takeaways From a Transformative Supreme Court Term
The justices rejected some of President Trump’s signature initiatives, but delivered lasting, long-sought conservative wins.
G.O.P. Revolt Paralyzes the House, Stalling Trump Agenda
A Republican blockade derailed a Pentagon policy bill and other legislation as the far right pressed for action on a voting bill championed by President Trump.
The Dress Code for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding? Expect a Black-Tie Event.
New details have emerged about the celebration at Madison Square Garden, widely believed to be a wedding, including a dress code.
Rays of Hope in Dark Times
It’s time to update Learned Hand’s great “Spirit of Liberty” address.
During Traffic Stop, N.F.L. Reporter Appeared to Show Off Her Access
A body-worn camera recording shows Dianna Russini, formerly an “insider” for The Athletic, talking football with an officer and avoiding a citation.
For Many Americans, Depression Is Familiar. Here’s What We Know.
Representative Thomas Kean Jr. announced he had been hospitalized for depression. More than one in four U.S. adults report having been diagnosed with the condition.
After a Tap Heard in Rubble, U.S. Rescue Teams Begin a Grueling Marathon
Surrounded by the devastation of Venezuela’s earthquakes, emergency specialists from California, Virginia and Florida work with locals to search for survivors.
Supreme Court Lifts Spending Limits on Political Parties and Candidates
Republicans had asked the court to strike down restrictions on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates.
