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THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, SEPT. 27, 2025

Comey Indictment Isn’t About Revenge, Trump Says. His Words Suggest Otherwise.

President Trump has made clear that he expects the Justice Department to mete out punishment to his perceived enemies.

Justice Department Seeks Information on Georgia D.A. Who Prosecuted Trump

Federal investigators have subpoenaed records related to travel they believe Fani Willis took around the time of last year’s election, but it was not immediately clear why.

Netanyahu’s Defiant U.N. Speech Was Aimed at Home as Well as the World

Benjamin Netanyahu faced walkouts and protests at the U.N., but signaled that resisting Palestinian statehood could become the core of his appeal to Israeli voters.

The Debate Style That Propelled Charlie Kirk’s Movement

A close read of some of Mr. Kirk’s most viral exchanges shows an approach that was polished and skillful — if not always fair.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2025

Former F.B.I. Director Comey Indicted After Pressure From Trump

The indictment of James Comey is a culmination of President Trump’s push for retribution over the investigation of his 2016 campaign for possible Russia ties.

Trump Gets the Retribution He Sought, and Shatters Justice Dept. Norms

The indictment trampled the department’s tradition of keeping a distance from politics and the White House, and raised the prospect of more arbitrary charges.

Netanyahu to Address World Leaders as Gaza War Nears 2-Year Mark

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel will speak to an audience of world leaders, not long after many of them recognized a Palestinian state.

Trump Will Slap Tariffs on Imported Drugs, Trucks and Household Furnishings

The president said his tariffs would range from 25 to 100 percent and go into effect next week.

New Tariffs Shock Countries Reeling From Trump’s Chaotic Trade War

Throughout Asia, the source of about 40 percent of U.S. imports, countries have little to show for weeks of talks trying to finalize deals.

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE – SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 PREVIEW

THE ECONOMIST MAGAZINE: The latest issue featuresFree speech in America‘…

Donald Trump is trying to silence his critics. He will fail

But the country could still lose

The desperate search for superstar talent

Too much potential goes to waste

Fixing the rot in Ukraine

Things are going wrong away from the front line. Europe needs to help

How to stop AI’s “lethal trifecta”

Coders need to start thinking like mechanical engineers

THE NEW YORK TIMES – THURSDAY, SEPT. 25, 2025

A Diminished Social Security Work Force, and Its Customers, Feel the Strain

After this year’s staffing cuts, some people wait for hours, while others sail through. But overburdened field office workers carry the weight.

With His Pivot on Ukraine, Trump May Be Washing His Hands of the War

President Trump has shown dwindling interest in mediating a peace accord, joining European “security guarantees” for Ukraine or providing aid and intelligence.

For Trump, Data Is Often ‘Phony,’ Unless It Supports His Views

The president has ping-ponged between boasts about jobs and crime and attacks on their data sources. Here’s how he is threatening trust in public data.

After Dallas Shooting, a Rush to Score Political Points Before the Facts Are In

The deadly attack at an ICE facility prompted a high-profile clash between Vice President JD Vance and Jon Favreau, a progressive podcast host.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 24, 2025

Jimmy Kimmel, Somber but Defiant, Defends Free Speech in Return to ABC

The late-night star said he had not intended to make light of Charlie Kirk’s murder, but he also called President Trump’s threats against ABC “anti-American.”

Trump’s F.C.C. Chair Plans to Keep Going After the Media

While “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” returned to ABC, Brendan Carr has promised to continue his campaign against what he sees as liberal bias in broadcasts.

Zelensky Issues Call to Arms After Trump Signals Shift on War in Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Russian attacks and appealed for more military aid in his address to the annual U.N. meeting.

Ukrainians Are Grateful but Skeptical After Trump’s Turnabout on the War

At Least One Dead and Two Wounded in Dallas ICE Facility Shooting

Federal authorities said detainees were among the victims and no federal agents had been shot. Investigators were still trying to determine a motive.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, SEPT. 23, 2025

I Hate My Opponent’: Trump’s Remarks at Kirk Memorial Distill His Politics

President Trump has been fueled by grievance and animosity over the course of his political and public life.

Defense Department Delays Cleanup of ‘Forever Chemicals’ Nationwide

The new timeline could slow cleanup in some communities by nearly a decade. The chemicals, widely used in the military, are linked to cancers and other health risks.

Jihadist, Rebel, Statesman: The Many Faces of Syria’s Leader

President Ahmed al-Shara of Syria shifted shapes many times during his rise to power. This week he is expected to speak at the U.N.

Trump to Address U.N. as He Jettisons Aid and Recasts U.S. Role

President Trump plans to address the U.N. General Assembly at a moment when he is increasingly isolated in his approach to crises around the world.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – MONDAY, SEPT. 22, 2025

Europe Talks Big on Gaza but Struggles to Act

Even as criticism of Israel ramps up and a growing number of countries say they’ll recognize a Palestinian state, concrete actions remain limited.

For Arab Nations With Ties to Israel, Attacks Raise Anxiety

The Middle Eastern states closest to Israel see the attack on Hamas in Qatar and the invasion of Gaza City as signs of potential threats to their own security.

Trump Remembers Kirk as a Martyr While Attacking Political Opponents

President Trump oscillated between honoring Charlie Kirk’s life and attacking his opponents, saying he hated them and they “cheated like dogs.”

Trump Appointees Roll Back Enforcement of Fair Housing Laws

Interviews and internal documents show that signature civil rights protections in housing are being dismissed as ideologically driven and D.E.I. in disguise.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE – SEPT. 21, 2025

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THE NEW YORK TIMES MAGAZINE: The 9.21.25 Issue features David Wallace-Wells on how the world has soured on climate politics; Christina Cauterucci on a new brand of climate activism; Brook Larmer on China’s green-tech ambitions; David Gelles interviews six world leaders about their plans to navigate climate change; and more.

It Isn’t Just the U.S. The Whole World Has Soured on Climate Politics.

How do we think about the climate future, now that the era marked by the Paris Agreement has so utterly disappeared?

Political Violence Isn’t New. But Something About This Moment Is.

Charlie Kirk’s assassination fits into American history. How does it fit into our politics? By Jia Lynn Yang

How Reese Witherspoon Figured Out Who She Really Is

The actor and producer booked her first big role when she was 14 years old. More than 30 years later, she’s an entertainment-industry powerhouse. By Lulu Garcia-Navarro

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025

Trump Demands That Bondi Move ‘Now’ to Prosecute Foes

His demand came a day after he ousted the federal prosecutor who failed to charge two of his most-reviled adversaries, Letitia James and James Comey.

Trump Justice Dept. Closed Inquiry Into Border Chief for Accepting Cash

Tom Homan, later named U.S. border czar, came under scrutiny after he was said to have been recorded last year taking $50,000 from undercover F.B.I. agents.

Ukraine Counterattacks, Scoring Rare, if Modest, Success in Northeast

The gains could help counter Moscow’s narrative that Kyiv should settle for a peace deal, even if it means giving up territory.

For Erika Kirk, a Husband’s Life Cut Short by Violence He Seemed to Foresee

In an interview, the wife of the conservative activist Charlie Kirk said she had implored him to wear a bulletproof vest. But she sees divine work in his death.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, SEPT. 20, 2025

The Campaign to Punish Critics of Charlie Kirk

A drive to oust a Florida councilman is among dozens of cases against people critical of Mr. Kirk or his movement.

U.S. Attorney Who Failed to Charge President’s Foes Departs After Trump’s Threat

Erik Siebert had hit roadblocks while investigating the New York attorney general, Letitia James, and the former F.B.I. director James Comey.

Pentagon Expands Its Restrictions on Reporter Access

The Department of Defense said it would require journalists to pledge not to use unauthorized information or risk losing credentials to cover the military.

U.S. Is Losing Race to Return to Moon, Critics Say, Pointing at SpaceX

SpaceX’s Starship rocket, which has suffered recent test explosions, is still years away from being ready for the mission, former NASA executives say.