Barney Frank, Gay Pioneer and Liberal Stalwart in Congress, Dies at 86
Wed, 20 May 2026 14:05:23 +0000 Often voted the “brainiest,” “funniest” and “most eloquent” member of the House, he was also the first to come out voluntarily and helped normalize being openly gay in public office.: He Was Jailed Over a Charlie Kirk Post. The Sheriff Now Owes Him $835,000.
Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:06 +0000 Larry Bushart sued a Tennessee sheriff who claimed he wanted to incite hysteria with a post after Mr. Kirk’s killing and jailed him for 37 days.: Candidates Backed by Trump, Ocasio-Cortez Triumph in Key House Primaries
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:04:02 +0000 The president’s preferred candidate ousted an incumbent in Kentucky, while a Democratic primary in Pennsylvania was a win for the democratic socialists.: Prison to Pardons to Payouts: Jan. 6 Rioters Are Elated at Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund
Wed, 20 May 2026 12:49:51 +0000 The possibility that people who ransacked the Capitol could get money from the government they attacked is the latest head-spinning twist in President Trump’s effort to rewrite the history of Jan. 6.: Faulty Part in UPS Plane Crash Was Often Overlooked, Witnesses Say
Wed, 20 May 2026 12:29:28 +0000 Investigators suggested that infrequent maintenance requirements, among other issues, appeared to contribute to the faulty part that caused the crash, which killed 15 people last year.: Trump’s Spring Revenge Tour Routed G.O.P. Foes. But Fall Headwinds Loom.
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:03:33 +0000 He has used his sway with his base to oust wayward Republicans more than he has made inroads with the independents his party needs to defeat Democrats in November.: High Gas Prices Are Squeezing America’s Food Banks
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:58 +0000 The organizations that feed millions were already dealing with cuts, inflation and more people seeking help. Now the war in Iran is forcing groups to make hard choices.: A Founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics Gave Up the High Life to Be a Catholic Priest
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:56 +0000 A mystical encounter 12 years ago led Scott Vincent Borba, a founder of E.L.F. Beauty, on a journey that will culminate this week, when he is ordained as a Roman Catholic priest.: Raffensperger Loses in Primary for Georgia Governor
Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:37 +0000 In his campaign for Georgia governor, Mr. Raffensperger found that G.O.P. voters still blamed him for Mr. Trump’s 2020 loss.: South Carolina House Passes New Map Aimed at Forcing Out Clyburn
Wed, 20 May 2026 04:51:54 +0000 The changes include a redraw of the congressional district held by James E. Clyburn, the Democratic power broker. The map now goes to the State Senate.: Georgia Supreme Court Justices Fend Off Left-Leaning Challengers
Wed, 20 May 2026 04:20:21 +0000 The Republican-appointed incumbents had faced well-financed opponents who infused issues like abortion rights into the nonpartisan elections.: Conservative Legislator Wins Republican Nomination for Oregon Governor
Wed, 20 May 2026 03:59:41 +0000 Christine Drazan’s victory in the Republican primary sets up a rematch with Gov. Tina Kotek, a Democrat, in November.: Idaho’s Republican Governor Wins Primary in Race for a Third Term
Wed, 20 May 2026 03:41:15 +0000 Gov. Brad Little will be heavily favored in a general election contest against an independent former state Supreme Court justice and a Democrat vowing to undo conservative policies.: Trump Crushes Republican Dissent: 8 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primaries
Wed, 20 May 2026 04:23:05 +0000 President Trump unseated Representative Thomas Massie, a top Republican critic in Congress, and also got his way in other primary contests.: Senate Primary in Alabama to Replace Tommy Tuberville Heads to Runoff
Wed, 20 May 2026 03:17:06 +0000 In the race to replace Senator Tommy Tuberville, Representative Barry Moore was leading a multicandidate field that included Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL, and Steve Marshall, the state attorney general.: Democratic leaders denounce a party candidate as ‘antisemitic.’
Wed, 20 May 2026 02:48:11 +0000 Democrats accused Republicans of propping up a fringe candidate in Texas, Maureen Galindo, in hopes of pushing her past a more viable Democrat in a House runoff next week.: Former Atlanta Mayor Wins Democratic Primary for Georgia Governor
Wed, 20 May 2026 02:31:26 +0000 Keisha Lance Bottoms will be the Democratic standard-bearer, despite worries about her single term as mayor of the state’s biggest city.: Bob Brooks, Labor Leader Backed by Top Democrats, Wins Pennsylvania House Primary
Wed, 20 May 2026 03:16:52 +0000 Mr. Brooks will face Representative Ryan Mackenzie, a Republican, in the fall. He earned endorsements from across his party, including Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania.: Mike Collins and Derek Dooley Head to G.O.P. Senate Runoff in Georgia
Wed, 20 May 2026 05:00:18 +0000 Mr. Collins and Mr. Dooley are set to face each other on June 16 as they compete for the chance to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff, a popular Democrat.: A Tuberville-Jones Rematch Is Set for the Alabama Governor Race
Wed, 20 May 2026 02:20:40 +0000 Senator Tommy Tuberville, a Republican, will face the Democrat that he defeated in 2020, Doug Jones, after both easily won their primaries.: Republican Primary for Georgia Governor Will Go to a Runoff
Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:35 +0000 The state’s lieutenant governor, Burt Jones, will face a billionaire health care executive, Rick Jackson, on June 16 to decide the party’s standard-bearer to succeed Gov. Brian Kemp.: Dallas Fort Worth Airport Cancels Hundreds of Flights as Storms Hit Texas
Wed, 20 May 2026 00:54:53 +0000 Much of the state is expected to face heavy rain for the rest of the week.: Voters in Georgia say they’re wary of efforts to unseat Sanford Bishop.
Wed, 20 May 2026 00:35:21 +0000 fut to unseat Black Democrat in Georgia could backfire, voters say.: Alabama’s Republican Senate Primary: Key Regions to Watch
Wed, 20 May 2026 00:06:04 +0000 Barry Moore has led in numerous polls, but a three-way race is likely to advance to a runoff.: Thomas Massie Loses Kentucky House Primary to Trump-Backed Ed Gallrein
Wed, 20 May 2026 01:35:09 +0000 Representative Thomas Massie, President Trump’s chief G.O.P. antagonist in the House, lost to Ed Gallrein, Mr. Trump’s handpicked candidate.: Sen. Gillibrand of New York Clashes With Sean Duffy Over Funding Freeze
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:55:15 +0000 Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Democrat of New York, criticized the transportation secretary, Sean Duffy, for posting a video that bragged about withholding money from the state.: Minnesota Becomes First State to Ban Prediction Markets
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:37:56 +0000 Like at least other 14 states, Minnesota has wrestled with how to regulate the popular prediction market sites. Federal officials sued the state over its new law.: Early War Goal Was to Install Hard-Line Former President as Iran’s Leader
Wed, 20 May 2026 13:22:06 +0000 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 power.: What to Know About the Republican Senate Primary in Alabama
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:26:04 +0000 Three leading contenders, including a Trump-backed congressman, are aiming to replace Senator Tommy Tuberville. The winner will be favored in November.: With Trump’s Deal, a Possible $100 Million I.R.S. Penalty Melts Away
Wed, 20 May 2026 12:40:03 +0000 The tax service argued that the Trump Organization tried to claim the same losses twice. The president said the audit was a “disgrace.”: Key Areas to Watch in Georgia’s Republican Senate Primary
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:05:04 +0000 Three candidates are jockeying for position in a race that is likely to result in a runoff.: Andy Barr Wins Republican Primary for McConnell’s Seat in Kentucky
Wed, 20 May 2026 01:20:58 +0000 Mr. Barr, who serves in the House, consolidated support among Republicans in part by securing the endorsement of President Trump.: 5 Things to Know About Mike Collins, Republican Senate Candidate in Georgia
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:46:38 +0000 The congressman is a Trump acolyte who has a history of incendiary social media posts.: 5 Things to Know About Derek Dooley, Republican Senate Candidate in Georgia
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:46:00 +0000 Mr. Dooley is a former football coach running in the Republican primary with the support of Gov. Brian Kemp.: 5 Things to Know About Buddy Carter, Republican Senate Candidate in Georgia
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:16:06 +0000 The congressman is a Trump acolyte who has found some common ground with Democrats on energy issues.: 5 Things to Know About Jon Ossoff, Democratic Senate Candidate in Georgia
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:45:09 +0000 He is the youngest member of the Senate and once volunteered for the civil rights leader John Lewis’s congressional office.: Under a Cloud of Uncertainty, Alabama Voters Head to the Polls
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:40:41 +0000 Voters in Alabama cast their ballots, unsure about whether a recent Supreme Court decision would change their congressional districts going forward.: What the Senate Primary Polls Tell Us in Georgia, Alabama and Kentucky
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:34:06 +0000 The Republican primaries in all three states are expected to be competitive, with two of them likely to advance to runoff elections.: Blanche Defends $1.8 Billion Fund as Skepticism Mounts
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:12:27 +0000 The acting attorney general told lawmakers the fund would review claims from an array of people, not just Republicans.: Kentucky Primary Election: Key Areas to Watch
Tue, 19 May 2026 22:05:05 +0000 In a contentious House race, Representative Thomas Massie will look for strength in the Cincinnati suburbs.: Senate Votes to Take Up Measure to Force Trump to End Iran War
Tue, 19 May 2026 23:00:49 +0000 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.: Two friends are split over who should represent their Kentucky district.
Tue, 19 May 2026 21:56:38 +0000: 5 Things to Know About Thomas Massie, Republican House Candidate in Kentucky
Wed, 20 May 2026 00:16:58 +0000 Mr. Massie lost to a primary challenger backed by President Trump.: 5 Things to Know About Ed Gallrein, Republican House Candidate in Kentucky
Wed, 20 May 2026 01:38:08 +0000 Mr. Gallrein ran with President Trump’s support.: When to Expect Primary Election Results
Tue, 19 May 2026 21:48:50 +0000 Polls begin closing in some states at 6 p.m. Eastern time, but the counting is already underway in some areas.: Trump’s Stock Trades Raise Eyebrows. The Family Says He Keeps His Hands Off.
Wed, 20 May 2026 01:23:56 +0000 The Trump Organization says the president’s financial investments are handled by outside firms and that it has no control over the timing or selection of transactions.