Replacing a Senate Nominee Is Rare. Has It Ever Worked?

Graham Platner is one of just a handful of candidates in recent decades who have withdrawn from a Senate race after securing a major party nomination.

By C.J. Robinson

Can Trump’s Arch Be So Tall? A Panel Led by His Allies Tentatively Says Yes.

The proposed 250-foot arch would violate a height limit on Washington structures under the traditional reading of the law. But a planning commission gave it preliminary approval anyway.

By Luke Broadwater, Emily Badger and Junho Lee

At Least 21 People Have Been Shot at by Federal Immigration Agents Since Last Year

Many of them have been shot in their cars. Five have died, including three U.S. citizens. Here are their names and what we know about the circumstances.

By Allison McCann

Kids Can’t Stop Watching ‘Moana.’ There’s a Scientific Explanation.

The 2016 release has become the most watched movie on Disney+. Parents and experts explain why kids can’t get enough.

By Sarah Bahr

President Trump’s Approval Rating: Latest Polls

Track the latest approval rating and polls on Americans’ approval of President Trump.

By Annie Daniel, Jon Huang, Ruth Igielnik, Jasmine C. Lee, Alex Lemonides, Jonah Smith, Caroline Soler, Albert Sun and Rumsey Taylor

Younger Voters Are Propelling the Democratic Socialist Surge in New York

Age seemed to be the predominant factor in the Democratic Socialists of America’s primary wins in House races in New York City.

By Emma Goldberg and Luke Vrotsos

The Race for Congress: Latest 2026 Polls

Track the latest Congressional ballot surveys that ask who Americans plan to vote for in the 2026 midterm election.