President Biden will work to persuade Americans that he has made considerable progress containing the pandemic and rebuilding the economy. But the speech may be overshadowed by Russia’s attack on Ukraine.
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With Midterms in Mind, G.O.P. Tests Attacks on Democrats in New York
The Republican State Convention gave party leaders a chance to test messages about crime, inflation and Democratic leadership.
As Infrastructure Money Flows, Mitch Landrieu Must Straddle Partisan Divide
Much of the funding is left up to state leaders, some of whom have already pushed back on the federal government’s goals. Mr. Landrieu will be key to resolving those differences.
Primary Day in Texas Will Offer Preview of Midterm Battles Ahead
Texas is holding the first primary election of 2022 on Tuesday. Some of the dynamics at play include the intensity of Donald Trump’s continued hold on the Republican electorate.
House Passes Bill to Make Lynching a Hate Crime
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As Tanks Rolled Into Ukraine, So Did Malware. Then Microsoft Entered the War.
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Bracing for Biden and Protests, Officials Fortify the Capitol
A security fence, National Guard troops and more police surround the Capitol in preparation for the State of the Union address and a possible truck convoy of protesters.
Tech Companies Help Defend Ukraine Against Cyberattacks
After years of talks about the need for public-private partnerships to combat cyberattacks, the war in Ukraine is stress-testing the system.
Republicans Block Abortion Rights Measure in Senate
With a Supreme Court ruling looming, both parties expect the issue to resonate in this year’s midterm elections.
Richard Blum, Political Donor and Husband of Senator Feinstein, Dies at 86
As a financier, he amassed a fortune that he spent on Democrats, helping to propel his wife from San Francisco mayor to a long career in the Senate.