I Was Skeptical of the ‘Zombie’ Trump Case. I Stand Corrected.
The prosecutors convinced me — as they clearly and overwhelmingly convinced the jury.
Trump Will Appeal Conviction, but Has Few Ways to Overturn Decision
The judge in Donald J. Trump’s case closed off many avenues of appeal, experts said, though his lawyers might challenge the novel theory at the case’s center.
Why Trump’s Speech After His Guilty Verdict Was All Business, No Politics
In his post-verdict remarks, the former president sounded more like an aggrieved New York businessman than the political martyr his supporters believe him to be.
India’s Exit Polls Show Modi Is Likely to Win a Third Term as Prime Minister
While a newly united opposition seemed to gain some traction, exit polls showed the popular and entrenched prime minister was winning a third term.
Why Mexico May Elect a Female President Before the United States
Having a woman as president will be a milestone in a country where gender-based violence is so common. But how much will change remains unclear.
How a Retirement Withdrawal Can Lead to a Perjury Conviction
A prominent lawyer was recently sentenced to home confinement for falsely claiming hardship to withdraw funds. How desperate must you be to take money out?
Asian American Identity Is Complex, as Bhutanese Americans Show
Bhutanese Americans are the newest citizens of Asian descent. But many do not identify strongly as Asian Americans, reflecting the complexity of the label.
A Small Army Combating a Flood of Deepfakes in India’s Election
Social media is awash with A.I.-altered audio, clipped video and manipulated images. Fact-checkers want to save the public from deception.
New York, Once Trump’s Playground, Is Now the Scene of His Indignities
Donald J. Trump was for decades a creature of New York. But in recent years, the city that helped make him seems more eager to break him.
Marian Robinson, Michelle Obama’s Steadfast Mother, Dies at 86
Moving into the White House, she provided stability for her granddaughters in a national spotlight.
A 9/11 Charity Provides a Financial Safety Net to a Giuliani Firm
Five months after filing for bankruptcy, the former New York City mayor disclosed his company’s income from a foundation established to honor a firefighter killed on Sept. 11, 2001.
Why Mexico May Elect a Female President Before the United States
Having a woman as president will be a milestone in a country where gender-based violence is so common. But how much will change remains unclear.
Russian Missiles Hit Ukraine’s Energy System, Again
The large-scale air assault struck several sites in western Ukraine, including places near the borders with NATO member countries.
How Trump’s Most Loyal Supporters Are Responding to the Verdict
Many saw in the jury’s finding a rejection of themselves, of their values and even of democracy itself.
What We Know About Israel’s Cease-Fire Proposal Backed By Biden
President Biden outlined a road map put forward by Israel that would begin with an immediate, temporary cease-fire and work toward a permanent end to the war and the reconstruction of Gaza.
Scenes From a Historic Verdict
A photographer captured the crowds outside the courthouse during Trump’s trial — and as the historic verdict came down.
That Other Guy
People tethered to a particular someone else, whether they like it or not.
Holy Cow, 34 for 45!
But the real verdict comes on 11/5.
Fantasies Aside, Sentencing Trump Poses a Very Tough Choice
‘You’ve got a man who’s 77 years old and is convicted of the lowest-level, Class E felony. On the other hand, he’s been held in contempt 10 times.’
It’s June Again
Summer returns, and with it all the feelings and fantasies and fears we associate with the season.