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Poll shows Americans’ growing concern over influence of sports gambling
Overall, 36 percent of Americans say the increasing number of states allowing people to bet on sports is “a bad thing” — up from 23 percent in 2022.
Opinion | The hunting tradition that explains Pennsylvania’s wild politics
To understand this critical swing state, you must understand bear camp.
Do Democrats need their own billionaire? JB Pritzker is betting on it.
The Illinois governor has tapped his wealth to climb the political ladder, moving toward a White House run while presenting himself as a champion for everyday people.
MAGA leaders warn Trump the base is checking out. Will he listen?
President Donald Trump is taking criticism from supporters for not addressing cost-of-living issues while focusing too much on foreign policy and billionaires.
Nearly 1 in 4 Americans say the U.S. health care system is in crisis
A new Gallup poll found that about eight in 10 Democrats, and 64 percent of Republicans, say the system is in crisis or has “major problems.”
Hassett says Federal Reserve can reject Trump's views if he is chair
A leading candidate to be President Donald Trump’s choice for Federal Reserve chair says he would present the president’s views to Fed officials for their consideration but they could reject them if they chose when making decisions on interest rates
These moms are thankful for SSRIs during pregnancy. Now the drugs are an FDA flashpoint.
Medical experts are concerned that a panel discussion convened by the Food and Drug Administration could lead to more cases of untreated depression.
Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop her
Brian Jack is a first-term Republican congressman from Georgia, but he’s become a key figure in the Oval Office
Analysis | Rank-and-file Republicans feel heat from constituents on health care
As efforts to address expiring Obamacare subsidies stall in Congress, members of Trump’s party say it’s time to find a way to help millions afford health insurance.
Analysis | Rank-and-file Republicans feel heat from constituents on health care
As efforts to address expiring Obamacare subsidies stall in Congress, members of Trump’s party say it’s time to find a way to help millions afford health insurance.
A Trump-touted drug for autism is now in demand, but doctors see a dilemma
Pediatricians debate leucovorin for autism treatment after Trump’s endorsement of the drug.
Column | More money, more corruption requires more attention, nonprofit says
OpenSecrets, which started four decades ago, is renewing its drive to help voters follow the money between special interests and government officials.
Trump moves on D.C. golf courses with a default notice to nonprofit
The administration puts the National Links Trust on the clock in a bid to take control of the city’s three public golf courses.
Dr. Oz took over Medicare. It hasn’t been the disaster his critics feared.
The former TV doctor running the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Washington’s wonky health agency, has garnered positive reviews — even from some Democrats.
VA plans to abruptly eliminate tens of thousands of health care jobs
Strains on the system could grow with the elimination of as many as 35,000 mostly unfilled health care positions, including doctors, nurses and support staff.
House Republicans unveil healthcare plan, set up vote for next week
House Republicans unveil a new healthcare proposal to address rising health insurance costs and extend ACA subsidies
TikTok’s mental health ‘rabbit hole’? It’s not in your head.
It’s not just you: Data shows the app’s algorithm makes some topics ‘stickier’ than others
Column | Why Mormonism may have an answer for our toxic politics
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox draws on teachings from his Mormon faith to ‘disagree better.’ Studies show his approach could change public attitudes.
Distrust of Trump, fear of China propel new political force in Taiwan
The Kuomintang party’s new leader, Cheng Li-wun, is pushing much closer ties with China, reflecting growing fears Washington would not help in a war over Taiwan.
Trump seeks to cut restrictions on marijuana through planned order
The president is expected to attempt to classify marijuana similar to some common prescription painkillers and other drugs.
House votes to nullify Trump order and restore bargaining rights for federal workers
The House voted to repeal President Donald Trump’s executive order from earlier this year that aimed to remove collective bargaining rights for hundreds of thousands of federal employees
Analysis | Warnock: Dems have ‘ceded’ to Republicans on religion
The Washington Post’s essential guide to power and influence in D.C.
Republicans struggle to unite on health care as Obamacare subsidies expire
Recent weeks have showcased a free-for-all of competing GOP ideas and reinforced deep partisan divisions over the issue.
Billionaires are spending massive sums on politics. A backlash brews.
An anti-oligarch protest in a small Indiana town shows the depth of the national backlash against the concentration of wealth and power.
Senate to question military leaders on Trump's National Guard deployments
The Senate is set to question military leaders over President Donald Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to American cities
Senate poised to reject extension of health care subsidies as costs rise for many
The Senate is poised to reject legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits for millions of Americans
Indiana redistricting is up for a final, deciding vote in the state Senate
Indiana state Senators are expected to take a final and deciding vote on redistricting Thursday, and the outcome is still uncertain
Scores of government statisticians are gone, leaving data at risk, report says
A new report reveals that the U.S. government’s statistical system is struggling due to staff layoffs, reduced funding, and political interference
WTF? Embracing profanity is one thing both political parties seem to agree on
The language of politicians has become more vulgar in recent years
Scientists discover oldest evidence of human-made fire in a 400,000-year-old hearth
A new archaeological find pushes back the timeline on when humans mastered the ability to make fires, a transformative technology.
Governors cross aisle to call for ‘moral clarity’ amid political violence
Govs. Josh Shapiro (D) and Spencer Cox (R) join forces to denounce the rise in political violence in the past few years.
2 Democrats, 2 strategies: Texas Senate race shows party split on Trump-focus in midterm elections
In Texas, Democratic candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico have launched their Senate campaigns with contrasting strategies
Trump once denied using this slur about Haiti and African nations. Now he boasts about it
President Donald Trump admits he used the slur “shithole countries” during a private 2018 meeting with lawmakers to disparage Haiti and African nations
At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability
What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest hits campaign speech.
Analysis | Why Congress might not act on health care subsidies
It’s hard for Republicans to go it alone
Senate Republicans offer counter-proposal on Obamacare subsidies
The GOP plan would replace expiring ACA subsidies with a new program that directly funds health savings accounts for eligible patients
Two of Trump's peace deals at risk as fighting surges in Congo and at Cambodia-Thailand border
At least two of several agreements aimed at ending global conflicts that President Donald Trump has hailed as evidence of his negotiating prowess are in trouble and at risk of collapsing
Supreme Court weighs further loosening campaign finance limits
Republican leaders are asking the high court to remove limits on how much parties can spend in coordination with federal candidates on items like advertisements.
Silver prices just smashed a new record. What does this mean for the economy?
The precious metal has been under pressure for years as data centers and electric vehicles supercharge demand and as new tariffs loom.
Column | The 10 best TV shows of 2025
It’s been a very tricky year for an embattled industry, but at least we got to watch Diego Luna, Michelle Williams, Jason Momoa and Nathan Fielder.
Democrats look for a breakthrough win in Miami mayoral election
It’s been nearly 30 years since there was Democratic mayor of Miami. On Tuesday, the party is showing confidence it can turn the tide.
Police investigation faults Nancy Mace for profanity-laced airport tirade
A report found Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) turned a “minor miscommunication” by police into a “spectacle” during a recent encounter at Charleston International Airport.
Going back to school during the pandemic linked to improved child mental health
A new study finds that school reopenings during the pandemic were associated with declines in diagnoses of anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions in children.
Trump to announce $12 billion tariff relief for farmers
Farmers — particularly those who produce soybeans — have felt the impact of the president’s tariff policies.
Allred drops Senate bid in Texas, will instead run for redrawn House seat
The former Democratic congressman, who lost his 2024 Senate bid to Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), says a bruising Senate primary could threaten party unity.
Opinion | Josh Hawley’s non-solution on health care
A proposed tax deduction won’t bring down prices.
Rural America relies on foreign doctors. Trump’s visa fee shuts them out.
The Trump administration’s demand for companies to pay a $100,000 fee to hire an immigrant worker using an H1B visa has created turmoil among rural health providers.
Column | Carolyn Hax: Unemployment and health issues add up to ‘feeling inadequate’
Solutions to both problems are in progress. In the meantime, how does the letter writer push through difficult conversations?
Kennedy Center Honors kick off with red carpet, Trump’s arrival
In a first, President Donald Trump will host the gala, which honors Michael Crawford, Gloria Gaynor, Kiss, Sylvester Stallone and George Strait.
Opinion | Donald Glover’s stroke was caused by this common (but treatable) defect
Readers respond to Post articles and commentary.
His deductible is $4,000. To control his diabetes, he’s had to cut corners.
The rising cost of health insurance and high deductible plans are forcing people with diabetes to make tough choices about their treatment.
Donald Trump’s Kennedy Center is showier, emptier and more political
In 10 months, President Donald Trump has transformed the Kennedy Center. Now comes his biggest night yet: the Kennedy Center Honors.
The business of caring for older Americans is in a deepening crisis
Government funding cuts, caregiver shortages and immigration limits are adding new strains to an industry that’s already hard-pressed to meet demand.
The business of caring for older Americans is in a deepening crisis
Government funding cuts, caregiver shortages and immigration limits are adding new strains to an industry that’s already hard-pressed to meet demand.
Column | Anger is a defining character trait for both parties, new study shows
An updated Pew study shows that, with the change in administrations and party power in Congress, Democrats are now at record levels of anger toward government.
Threats pile up as Indiana Republicans confront pressure from Trump on redistricting
Republicans in the Indiana Senate are facing threats as President Trump pushes for lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map
Companies jockey for tariff refunds as Supreme Court decision looms
The Supreme Court could rule as soon as this month on the validity of Trump’s emergency tariffs, which could lead to big refunds for companies like Costco and Busy Baby.
Trump struggles to persuade Americans to ignore affordability issues
A president who has often seemed to float above the laws of politics confronts a new political reality.
D.C. health insurance cuts could cost lives, advocates say
Several thousand people have already lost and are slated to lose their medical insurance due to cost-cutting measures in the D.C. budget.
Meet the billionaire pushing taxpayer-funded school vouchers
How one of the richest people on the planet presses his pet issue: school choice
Column | The World Cup has always been about politics
The tournament played a role in early 20th century nation building, Jonathan Wilson says in a new book, and it is still political today.
Supreme Court hands Trump victory in fight over Texas congressional map
The decision marks the latest development in a battle between Republican and Democratic states that seek partisan advantage ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Tennessee special election shows the power of partisan gerrymandering as Trump pushes for more of it
A special congressional election in Tennessee this week highlights the power and consequences of partisan gerrymandering
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa to stay in California after flirting with US House run in Texas
Republican Rep. Darrell Issa is staying in California
Senate Democrats set up last-ditch vote to extend Obamacare subsidies
The measure would keep Affordable Care Act subsidies in place for three years. But it’s not expected to get enough Republican support to pass.
Affordable Care Act premiums are set to spike. A new poll shows enrollees are already struggling
A new survey of Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees finds that many are already struggling with the high cost of health care
The shifting responses of Hegseth, Trump and others on the lethal boat strikes
The Trump administration is facing increased scrutiny about its Sept. 2 military strikes on a boat it says was smuggling drugs to the U.S.
Amazon explores cutting ties with USPS, building its own delivery network
Amazon looks into expanding its nationwide delivery network and giving up its longstanding partnership with the U.S. Postal Service.
A dozen former FDA commissioners condemn plan to tighten vaccine approvals
In a New England Journal of Medicine article, the former FDA commissioners wrote they were “deeply concerned” by the top vaccine regulator’s approach to raising the bar for approvals.
In unexpected moment of candor, Shapiro says Harris told ‘blatant lies’ about him
Shapiro appeared to also dismiss some of Harris’s accounts about him in her memoir, “107 Days,” by telling the Atlantic, “She’s trying to sell books.”
Trump says he will pardon Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar
Cuellar was charged last year with bribery, money laundering and conspiracy. His wife, Imelda, also will receive a pardon, according to Trump.
Owning a Smartphone at Age 12 Is Linked to These Health Issues in Kids
Think of the children.
VA staff flag dangerous errors ahead of new health records expansion
A multibillion-dollar electronic system seeks to boost medical care for veterans across VA’s network. Some users say glitches and errors put patients at risk.
How George Soros changed criminal justice in America
The liberal funder has spent tens of millions of dollars swinging dozens of district attorney races, drawing a backlash from the right.
Health insurance costs could spike, as bipartisan ACA deal looks less likely
With a ticking clock and no clear bipartisan path forward, extending the Affordable Care Act subsidies is becoming more challenging.
Trump appears to doze off in another meeting
It was the second time in a month Trump has appeared to struggle to stay awake as his advisers have spoken to cameras about the administration’s initiatives.
Trump rails against Somali migrants: ‘I don’t want them in our country’
The president blasted Minnesota’s Somali community as “garbage” in a rant also attacking Gov. Tim Walz and Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Opinion | Big business finally joins the fight against Trump’s tariffs
Costco becomes the largest company to sue over the administration’s trade policy.
Opinion | Democrats won an opening on health care. Here’s how they can use it.
Five reforms can cut costs across the system.
How the U.S. let ‘everywhere chemicals’ threaten your health
These chemicals continue to contaminate Americans’ food, decades after scientists recognized their dangers.
Corporations to claim $16B from retroactive GOP tax break, federal report says
The Republican tax law's bonus depreciation provision is expected to cost $362.7 billion over the next ten years, with corporations claiming $16 billion in new tax breaks this year.
Why Republicans are sweating Tuesday’s special election in ‘Trump Country’
The surprisingly competitive race in Tennessee’s ruby-red 7th Congressional District is a high-profile test of voters’ attitudes about the president’s agenda.
Schumer says three of his New York offices were targeted with bomb threats
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer says three of his New York offices were targeted with emailed bomb threats from an email address alleging the “2020 election was rigged.”
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Jersey City’s mayoral runoff election
Voters in New Jersey’s second-largest city will get another chance to elect a new mayor Tuesday in a runoff election
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee's special congressional election
Less than a month after Democrats scored big victories in the Nov. 4 general election, voters in a heavily Republican Tennessee congressional district will fill a vacant seat Tuesday in the closely divided U.S. House
Opinion | Y’all Street might be better for American business than Wall Street
As Dallas gets a Nasdaq exchange, Texas looks more like America’s financial center.
Opinion | Short on ideas for health care reform, Republicans? Here are a few.
The GOP should advance proposals that put patients back in charge of our health care system.
Column | As a doctor, here’s my simple, science-backed schedule for a healthier day
Routines are linked to better health outcomes. Consider this a template for creating your own.
The forgotten court case that let billionaires spend big on elections
While Citizens United became shorthand for unlimited political spending, SpeechNow never even made it to the Supreme Court but made super PACs a reality.
Indiana lawmakers in state House to convene session with redistricting top of mind
Indiana lawmakers in the state House of Representatives are gathering Monday with the possibility of advancing redistricting legislation, increasing pressure on their Senate colleagues to get on board with redrawing the state’s congressional map