Democratic divisions, polling misses and Ocasio-Cortez’s egg freezing: the week in politics.
Category: United States Politics and Government
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Prosecutors Examined Firm With Tie to Judge in Trump Hush Money Trial
The New York Times – On the Runway:The U.S. attorney in Chicago subpoenaed a fund-raising firm that had been co-owned by the daughter of Judge Juan Merchan, who conducted the trial that led to Donald Trump’s felony conviction.
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As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran
The New York Times – On the Runway:Asian allies are beginning to wonder whether the United States would or could defend them in a war.
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Wary of Trump, Europe Seeks Role in Eventual Russia-Ukraine Talks
The New York Times – On the Runway:French, German and British diplomats are working on a format for future negotiations — even if Russia has shown little interest.
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Trump Dismisses Reports About Dire Conditions Aboard U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln
The New York Times – On the Runway:Asked whether the deployment of the Abraham Lincoln had gone on too long, the president said its deployment had lasted “not nearly long enough.”
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The 5 Congress Members Whose Families Trade the Most Stocks
The New York Times – On the Runway:Some lawmakers and their families have traded millions of dollars worth of stocks since the start of this term.
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The Warring Visions of American Power
The New York Times – On the Runway:American foreign policy is at a crossroads. Could international law provide a framework for a foreign policy after President Trump?
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Stock Trading in Congress Becomes an Attack Line in Midterm Campaigns
The New York Times – On the Runway:Republican and Democratic challengers are both using the issue to attack members of Congress as unethical, seizing on a common practice that enrages voters.
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How The New York Times Reported on Trump’s Air Force One Ruse in Turkey
The New York Times – On the Runway:President Trump’s Air Force One subterfuge duped potential adversaries — and the press. Here’s what happened.
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Outrage at UnitedHealth and Other Insurers Persists After Brian Thompson Killing
The New York Times – Business:Higher premiums and rising medical bills have intensified Americans’ dissatisfaction with their medical coverage.
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Alfonso Fanjul Jr., Cuban American Sugar Baron, Dies at 89
The New York Times – Business:With his brother, he presided over a family empire that includes the world’s largest cane sugar refiner and the Domino and C&H brands.