Today
Trump not immune from crimes in election case, prosecutors argue
The government says the former president was acting as a private citizen when he allegedly pressured his VP to intervene to stop the certification of Joe Biden’s win.
- Zoe Tillman, Chris Strohm and David Voreacos
This Month
Biden accuses Trump of ‘lying’ over response to Hurricane Helene
The former president, who rushed to southern Georgia to speak about the hurricane’s impact, quickly sought to blame the president and vice president for being slow to react.
- James Politi
September
Trump, Harris to turbocharge economic pitches at duelling events
The economy has become an election focal point, with the candidates offering a slew of competing proposals to push tax breaks, credits and other programs.
- Alicia Diaz, Jennifer Epstein and Josh Wingrove
- Analysis
- US Votes 2024
Trump is pledging ‘mind-boggling’ tax cuts he can’t deliver
Whether he is speaking to retirees, CEOs or tipped workers, the former president is promising tax cuts in swing states that could cost trillions.
- Andrew Duehren and Michael Gold
Peru’s Fujimori, divisive head of a political dynasty, dies age 86
During his decade in power, he revived the economy and crushed two leftist insurgencies. But he was forced out in a corruption scandal and later imprisoned.
- Marco Aquino
- Opinion
- US election
Kamala Harris hits Donald Trump where it hurts
Kamala Harris and the Democrats will expect a polling bump after she hit Donald Trump hard and he failed to land many blows. But will that be enough?
- Jennifer Hewett
US, Britain and Brussels set to sign agreement on AI standards
The convention, which was drafted by more than 50 countries, requires signatories to be accountable for any harmful and discriminatory outcomes of AI systems.
- Madhumita Murgia and Javier Espinoza
Secrets of an unassuming NY official accused of working for China
Charges against Linda Sun are the latest in the efforts of the US Justice Department to stop efforts by the Chinese government to secretly wield its influence in the country.
- Hurubie Meko, Benjamin Oreskes and Nicholas Fandos
- Opinion
- US election
Wall Street needs to wake up to this White House race
Financial markets are wrong to think that Congress will restrain Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. Both of them have troubling plans for the economy.
- Kenneth Rogoff
If you’re leaving Disneyland while it’s light, you’re doing it wrong
The world’s best-known theme park inspires awe and delight during the day, but after dark Walt’s $280 billion vision truly comes to life.
- Lucy Dean
August
- Opinion
- Investing
Markets should be afraid of whoever wins the US election
Donald Trump wants a say in monetary policy, and Kamala Harris is flirting with economic populism. Markets are right to be jumpy ahead of November’s election.
- Chris Giles
Harris plans to raise corporate tax rate to 28pc in Trump clash
The move to increase government revenue would face stiff opposition from Republicans and the business community.
- Trevor Hunnicutt
Ivy League president resigns after months of Gaza protests
Columbia University’s Minouche Shafik was widely criticised for her handling of campus demonstrations regarding the Israel-Hamas war.
- Alan Blinder and Sharon Otterman
Democrats aim to woo Jewish voters alienated by protests
Democrats are trying to win support from left-leaning Jewish voters who have been disheartened by a rise in antisemitic incidents and backlash from pro-Palestinian protesters.
- Simone Foxman
Investors hit pause on Biden’s manufacturing renaissance
Companies said deteriorating market conditions, slowing demand, and lack of policy certainty in a high-stakes election year have caused them to change their plans.
- Amanda Chu, Alexandra White and Rhea Basarkar
Harris courts Latino vote with tax pledge, leads Trump in key states
In a dramatic turn for the Democrats, the vice president is ahead of the Republican candidate by 4 percentage points in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan.
- Darlene Superville and Josh Boak
- Opinion
- US election
Why Harris’ new running mate is no J.D. Vance
Tim Walz is a blue-collar moderate who branded the Trump-Vance ticket “weird”. His working-class appeal can help Democrats prevail in swing states.
- Edward Luce
- Analysis
- US election
Folksy attack dog: Why Harris chose Tim Walz as VP
The plain-speaking Minnesotan brings Midwestern colloquialism and progressive appeal to the Democratic ticket.
- Steff Chávez
July
Harris backs Biden’s call for Supreme Court reform
The president’s proposals include term limits for justices and a constitutional amendment on presidential immunity.
- Updated
- James Politi and Stefania Palma
- Analysis
- US election
Kamalanomics: Harris’ economic vision for America’s middle class
The Democratic campaign will challenge Donald Trump’s claims to represent working people and secure Joe Biden’s legacy.
- Updated
- Colby Smith and James Politi