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Front Page: The New York Times, Tuesday April 4, 2023

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Trump Arrives in New York for an Arraignment That Will Make History

Mayor Adams told protesters that the city “is always ready” as Donald J. Trump returned to Trump Tower on the eve of becoming the first ex-president to be indicted.

Millions on Medicaid May Soon Lose Coverage as Pandemic Protections Expire

Kialah Marshall and a group of co-workers call 75 to 100 Medicaid recipients a day to warn them that their coverage could be in jeopardy.

A requirement that states keep people on Medicaid during the coronavirus pandemic has come to an end, and 15 million people could lose their coverage as a result.

NASA Names Diverse Astronaut Crew for Artemis II Moon Mission

The crew’s 10-day journey around the moon and back in 2024 is a crucial step toward returning Americans to the moon on a sustained basis.

Death and Justice on the Border: A Migrant Is Killed, a Rancher Is Charged

An unarmed Mexican man was shot as he crossed an Arizona ranch. The case against the ranch owner has prompted a backlash among supporters who say he is the real victim.

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News: Russian Offensive Fails, Trump Indictment, Taiwan-Guatemala Ties

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The Globalist, April 3, 2023: The latest from Ukraine, Donald Trump’s indictment and impending court appearance, and Antony Blinken touches down in Europe. Plus: Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen’s tour of Belize and Guatemala, fashion news and Parisians vote on e-scooters.

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Front Page: The New York Times, Monday April 3, 2023

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A Presidential Candidate and a City Brace for a Consequential Week

Donald J. Trump addressing supporters last month at a rally in Waco, Texas. He will be arraigned on Tuesday in Manhattan. — CREDITCHRISTOPHER LEE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

Donald Trump and his campaign spent the weekend making plans for his arrest, and how to capitalize on it, while officials in New York prepared for potential turmoil.

Trump Flourishes in the Glare of His Indictment

Donald Trump addressing supporters during a rally in Waco, Texas, in March. — CREDITCHRISTOPHER LEE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

The former president’s appetite for attention has been fundamental to his identity for decades. Where others may focus on the hazards of a criminal case, he raises money, promotes his campaign and works to reduce the case to a cliffhanging spectacle.

Louisiana State Wins N.C.A.A. Women’s Title With Rout of Clark and Iowa

Angel Reese starred and talked trash as her Tigers held Caitlin Clark and Iowa at bay in a 102-85 victory.

A Front Company and a Fake Identity: How the U.S. Came to Use Spyware It Was Trying to Kill.

The Biden administration has been trying to choke off use of hacking tools made by the Israeli firm NSO. It turns out that not every part of the government has gotten the message.

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Sunday Morning: Stories From London And Zürich

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April 2, 2023: Emma Nelson is joined by Enrico Franceschini, Vincent McAviney in Zürich and Tyler Brûlé in Tokyo.

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Front Page: The New York Times – April 2, 2023

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How Alvin Bragg Resurrected the Case Against Donald Trump

Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan district attorney, leaves his office after a grand jury indicted former President Donald J. Trump over a $130,000 hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. — CREDITDAVE SANDERS FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

A year ago, the investigation into the former president appeared from the outside to be over. But a series of crucial turning points led to this week’s indictment.

Venice Is Saved! Woe Is Venice.

After centuries of flooding, Venice has at long last raised seawalls to save itself from high water.

China Draws Lessons From Russia’s Losses in Ukraine, and Its Gains

With an eye on a possible conflict over Taiwan, analysts have scrutinized the war for insights ranging from the importance of supply lines to the power of nuclear threats.

A Chicago Mayoral Hopeful Who Took on Hard-to-Fix Schools Faces a Political Shift

Paul Vallas has long been a supporter of charter schools. He is running against Brandon Johnson, an ex-teacher with a different approach.

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Front Page: The New York Times – April 1, 2023

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Trump Prepares to Surrender in New York as Police Brace for Protests

Former President Donald J. Trump speaking at a campaign rally in Waco, Texas, last week. The former president is expected to be arraigned in Manhattan criminal court on Tuesday. — CREDITCHRISTOPHER LEE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

The former president is expected to answer charges with the Secret Service in tow before a judge in the often grimy and ill-lit criminal courthouse in Lower Manhattan on Tuesday.

For Some G.O.P. Voters, Fatigue Slows the Rush to Defend Trump

Trump supporters outside Mar-a-Lago on Friday in Florida. Republican voters across the country had mixed reactions to the indictment of Donald Trump. — CREDITJOSH RITCHIE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES

The Republicans who will pick their 2024 nominee expressed anger, defensiveness and also embarrassment about the indictment facing Donald J. Trump.

Biden’s Response to Trump’s Indictment? 4 Ways to Say No Comment.

President Biden believes that presidents should not comment on pending legal matters. He also does not want to be baited into a reaction.

Nebraska’s Fight Over Transgender Care Turns Personal and Snarls Lawmaking

One state senator has been filibustering for weeks, trying to block a bill that would ban transition-related medical treatment for young people.

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News: Trump Indicted In New York, Spain PM Pedro Sánchez Travels To China

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March 31, 2023: Ex-President Trump is indicted by New York grand jury, Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will meet with Xi Jinping in China and other top news.

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Front Page: The New York Times – March 31, 2023

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Trump Is Indicted, Becoming First Ex-President to Face Criminal Charges

Donald J. Trump had avoided criminal charges for decades despite persistent scrutiny and repeated investigations.

The Manhattan district attorney, Alvin L. Bragg, has not announced the charges that former President Donald J. Trump will face when he is arraigned next week.

A President Faces Prosecution, and a Democracy Is Tested

Former President Donald J. Trump could also face indictments in Georgia and from federal prosecutors.

For more than two centuries, American presidents were effectively shielded from indictment. But the case against former President Donald J. Trump breaks that taboo and sets a new precedent.

This is what will happen when Trump is arrested in the coming days.

Donald J. Trump will likely face standard processing when he is taken into custody, but the unprecedented arrest of a former commander in chief will be anything but routine.

Republicans Erupt in Outrage and Rush to Defend the Defendant

Many in the party said Donald Trump could benefit from a wave of sympathy among Republicans, with his base of supporters likely to be energized by a belief in a weaponized justice system.

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News: Finland & Sweden’s Russia Threat, Bolsonaro In Brazil, King Charles III

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March 30, 2023: Sweden summons Russia’s ambassador over Nato membership threats. Plus: Jair Bolsonaro returns to Brazil, King Charles III’s Berlin tour and a round-up of news from the UAE.