US Elections

Harris Baits Trump in Fiery Presidential Debate

The candidates squared off in Philadelphia with polls essentially tied eight weeks before Election Day

How Trump and Harris Compare on Key Policy Issues

A guide to where the candidates stand on taxes, healthcare, immigration, abortion access, foreign affairs and other topics

Campaign Lays Bare Debate Over What It Means to Be a ‘Real American’

Trump and Vance have emphasized protecting American values from outside threats, while Harris has focused on the U.S. as a land of opportunity for all

What Do First-Time Voters Think About This Election? We Asked Nine of Them

Young voters mention the economy, Israel and Gaza, climate, and abortion as key issues guiding their decisions

Harris Accepts Democratic Presidential Nomination, Vowing to Unite Nation ‘Around Our Highest Aspirations’

On the closing night of the DNC, the vice president spoke about why she’s running—without dwelling on the historic nature of her candidacy

World Leaders Brace for Trump

Global politicians are descending on Washington for the NATO summit, but their focus is on the Republican presidential contender

The Other Age Issue: Old Voters Are Gaining Power Around World

In U.S., U.K. and France, retirees push candidates to preserve costly pensions and other benefits; ‘If you’re young, you have less influence’

Get Ready for the Longest Presidential Campaign Ever, Featuring the Oldest Candidates

If GOP primary contest ends quickly, the Biden-Trump face-off would present an endurance challenge for both candidates

Ron DeSantis Drops Out of the 2024 Presidential Race, Endorses Trump

Florida governor withdraws from Republican race ahead of Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary

Trump’s Sweeping Iowa Victory Leaves Little Room for Foes

Former president won Republicans of all stripes in caucuses, including suburban voters whom Nikki Haley had courted heavily

Trump’s Second-Term Plans: Anti-‘Woke’ University, ‘Freedom Cities’

Former president wants more active government, upending GOP orthodoxy