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On Politics
May 16, 2025

Good evening. Right-wing Republicans have blocked the “big beautiful bill” meant to deliver President Trump’s agenda, saying it doesn’t cut enough spending. A major study shows that Medicaid, which could be cut if the package advances, has saved tens of thousands of lives. And the Department of Homeland Security is considering a reality TV show involving immigrants competing for citizenship.

We’ll be back on Monday with something new. For now, take a look at our coverage below, and send me your questions about the Trump administration. — Jess Bidgood

An aide whispering to Representative Jason Smith of Missouri in a hearing room.

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G.O.P. Tax Bill May Hurt the Lowest Earners and Help the Richest

Even though most Americans may see lower taxes, Republicans’ spending cuts could outweigh those benefits and leave some worse off.

By Tony Romm

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Judge Dismisses ‘Trespassing’ Charges Promoted by Trump in Border ‘Defense Area’

A newly designated “military installation” that stretches the length of the frontier in New Mexico has made trespassing a novel criminal charge at the border, bringing turmoil to the state. A judge says migrants couldn’t know they were trespassing.

By Jack Healy, Leo Dominguez, Seamus Hughes and Paul Ratje

Pam Bondi in a blue blazer, cross necklace and sunglasses.

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Bondi Sold Millions in Trump Media Stock the Day Trump Imposed Vast Tariffs

The sale was expected, and the disclosure form did not include details of the transaction, including specific timing or the number of shares Ms. Bondi traded.

By Glenn Thrush

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Lawmakers in Both Parties Resist Trump’s Attempt to Seize Control of Their Library

The surprise firing of the head of the Library of Congress and efforts to install Trump loyalists at the iconic institution have stirred bipartisan pushback on Capitol Hill.

By Maya C. Miller and Carl Hulse

A close-up view of a Covid booster shot on a tray being made visible from under some packing material by a nurse's hand.

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Federal Officials May Limit Recommendations for Covid Vaccine

With new testing requirements, it’s not even clear whether new Covid or flu shots can be made available this fall.

By Apoorva Mandavilli

Two police officers hold the arms of a man in a grey shirt and jacket in a room with other people seated.

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Ben of Ben & Jerry’s Is Arrested at Senate Hearing After Protesting War in Gaza

Ben Cohen, a co-founder of the ice cream brand, was among a group that interrupted a Senate hearing on Wednesday, protesting Congress’s funding of Israel’s military.

By Isabella Kwai

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