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The ‘Lasting Damage’ of Pirro’s Abandoned Fed Investigation
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April 25, 2026, 4:30 a.m. Eastern time

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Rubio’s Absence From Iran Talks Highlights Stay-at-Home Role

President Trump has outsourced much of his diplomacy to others, while Mr. Rubio focuses on his second job as national security adviser.

The ‘Lasting Damage’ of Pirro’s Abandoned Fed Investigation

The Trump administration’s attacks on the Federal Reserve have rattled confidence in the central bank’s ability to operate independently before a leadership transition.

Trump Says He Dislikes Prediction Markets. His Family Invests in Them.

The White House has warned staff not to wager on government decisions, but his family’s involvement with these firms undermines the president’s message.

World

Escalating Clashes Test Newly Extended Israel-Lebanon Truce

The U.S.-mediated cease-fire halted an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, but their intensifying attacks on each other could put the truce at risk.

Britain and Spain Reject Reported Plans by Trump to Punish Them

An internal Pentagon email, reported by the Reuters news agency, suggested Washington was reviewing options to penalize the two nations for insufficiently supporting the war in Iran.

Kenyan Court Strikes Down Ruling Protecting Right to Abortion

The decision, in a country where thousands of women die yearly from unsafe abortions, held that abortions deprive unborn children of the “right to life.”

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U.S.

U.S. Says Venezuelan Government Can Pay for Nicolás Maduro’s Defense

The issue had been hanging over the former Venezuelan leader’s federal criminal case for weeks. Last month, a judge indicated that he was skeptical of the U.S. government’s rationale for blocking the funds.

The 85-Year-Old Widow Snagged by Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

In her first interview since being deported, Marie-Thérèse Ross-Mahé, the French widow of a former G.I., recounted her experience in ICE detention.

Camp Mystic Notified That It May Not Receive License to Reopen

A review by state officials in Texas said the camp, hit by catastrophic flooding last year, was not in compliance with safety requirements.

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Politics

U.S. Sending Kushner and Witkoff to Pakistan to Resume Talks on Iran

Iran’s foreign minister has already arrived in the country, state media reported. He was believed to be carrying a written response to a U.S. proposal to end the war.

Appeals Court Says Trump’s Ban on Asylum Claims at Border Is Illegal

The ruling could require the Trump administration to begin processing new applications from asylum seekers at the southern border.

Deb Haaland’s Historic Run for Governor Hits a Primary Snag

In New Mexico, the former interior secretary seemed to have an easy path to becoming the first Native American woman elected governor — until Sam Bregman challenged her.

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Business

Paramount Throws Party for Trump as It Awaits Approval of Warner Bros. Deal

The gathering included executives and leading journalists from CBS News, which Paramount owns, and the head of the Justice Department, which is reviewing the acquisition.

SiriusXM Said to Be in Early Talks to Acquire iHeartMedia

A deal, which was described by two people familiar with the discussions, would unite two major providers of traditional and satellite radio.

It Was Just a Podcast. Now, It’s Kelce Land.

When Amazon gutted its podcast company, it built a new department that made creators kings, starting with the football stars Jason and Travis Kelce.

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Technology

Google Commits to Invest Up to $40 Billion in Anthropic

The investment comes as the A.I. start-up looks to keep up with accelerating demand for its business and coding products.

5 Tall Tasks for Apple’s Next C.E.O.

John Ternus will face many of the same issues that Tim Cook has grappled with for years.

Sam Altman’s Next High-Wire Act: Getting OpenAI to Make More Money

Mr. Altman, who has faced criticism over OpenAI’s direction, has culled company projects and is trying to be more disciplined with strategy.

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New York

King Charles’s Visit Will Not Include Private Meeting With Mamdani

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has been invited to join King Charles III during his visit to New York, but the mayor’s office has not confirmed if they will appear together.

A Man, a Howitzer and His Battle to Fire It Into the Adirondack Woods

In the mountains of northern New York, many local residents are weary of the military activities near an old missile silo and wary of the prospect of a howitzer range.

History of Domestic Abuse Can be Considered in Sentencing, Court Rules

The court ruled that prosecutors cannot make defendants who take a plea deal waive their right to a hearing that would allow their history of domestic abuse to be considered during sentencing.

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Arts

They Were Michael Jackson’s ‘Second Family.’ Now They Say He Abused Them.

The Cascio siblings are suing Mr. Jackson’s estate after standing by him for years as he faced accusations of child molestation.

This ‘Sustainable’ Island Is Venice’s Newest Art Oasis

Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo has turned a former gunpowder store into a showcase for her contemporary art collection.