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Supreme Court’s Immunity Ruling Escalates Long Rise of Presidential Power

Beyond Donald Trump, the decision adds to the seemingly one-way ratchet of executive authority.

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Crowds gathering near the White House to hear President Trump speak hours before the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. — Pete Marovich for The New York Times

Ruling Slows Trump Election Case but Opens Door to Airing of Evidence

The Supreme Court’s immunity ruling may allow prosecutors to detail much of their evidence against Donald Trump in front of a federal judge and the public.

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Analysis

This is what the Supreme Court’s immunity decision means for Donald Trump.

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President Biden warned that the ruling would embolden Donald Trump “to do whatever he pleases.”

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In a Staring Contest With Democratic Voters, President Biden Hasn’t Blinked

Around Mr. Biden, a siege mentality has set in post-debate, one at odds with the persistent concerns of voters who view him as too old to be effective.

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President Biden’s top campaign officials tried to tamp down panic among his wealthiest donors after last week’s debate.

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At a crucial moment in President Biden’s re-election bid, Jill Biden is on the cover of the latest issue of Vogue.

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Two more Democratic lawmakers expressed their concern about President Biden after the debate. One said he was “horrified.”

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Donald Trump Moves to Overturn Manhattan Conviction, Citing Immunity Decision

Former President Trump took the action hours after a Supreme Court ruling granted him immunity for official acts committed in office.

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Donald Trump in a courtroom hallway wearing a gold tie. — Doug Mills/The New York Times

Donald Trump amplified calls on social media to prosecute his political opponents, invoking military tribunals.

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Steve Bannon reported to federal prison in Connecticut to begin a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress.

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Analysis

The Center Collapses in France, Leaving Macron Marooned

Squeezed by the far-right National Rally party and the left, President Emmanuel Macron faces a country that may prove ungovernable.

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President Emmanuel Macron of France pictured at a polling station. — Pool photo by Yara Nardi

Here’s what to know about France’s snap elections.

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Hurricane Beryl Flattens Grenada’s Carriacou Island

Officials said the storm caused “extreme” damage there and on the neighboring island of Petite Martinique. It killed one person in Grenada’s capital.

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A map of Hurricane Beryl's path. — The New York Times

A marathon heat wave is expected to bake California through the July 4th holiday weekend.

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Judge Orders Biden Administration to Resume Permits for Gas Exports

President Biden had paused new natural gas export terminals to assess their effects on the climate, the economy and national security. A federal judge disagreed.

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Resembling a large candle, flames burn from a structure in the distance against an orange sky at sunset. — Martha Irvine/Associated Press

Israel Frees Gaza Hospital Chief Held Without Charges for 7 Months

Rights groups denounced the detention of Al-Shifa Hospital’s director, while Israeli leaders faulted his release as a government failure.

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Israel’s military ordered new evacuations for areas of southeastern Gaza.

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From the Courtroom to Downing Street: Keir Starmer Is on the Cusp of Power

The low-key lawyer and Labour leader said he still struggles with the “performative side” of British politics, even as he has pulled his party to the center.

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Keir Starmer, in a monochromatic outfit — a dark suit, dark shirt and dark shoes — smiles while walking outdoors along a row of applauding supporters holding flags and signs. — Suzanne Plunkett/Reuters

U.S. Is Eliminated From Copa América With 1-0 Loss to Uruguay

After only one win in the group stage, the U.S. men’s team exited the tournament early, raising questions about the future of its coach, Gregg Berhalter.

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Opinion

The Editorial Board

The Supreme Court Gives a Free Pass to Trump and Future Presidents

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David Brooks

My Unsettling Interview With Steve Bannon: ‘It’s a Spiritual War’

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a black and white photo of Steve Bannon — Damon Winter/The New York Times

Michelle Goldberg

There’s No Reason to Resign Ourselves to Biden

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Paul Krugman

France’s Far Right Is Bad. But Not as Hypocritical as MAGA.

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Laurence H. Tribe

The Trump Decision Reveals Deep Rot in the System

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Andrew Weissmann

How to Get Voters the Facts They Need Without a Trump Jan. 6 Trial

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Aaron E. Carroll

Why Doctors Aren’t Going Into Pediatrics

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An illustration of a child in a bedroom surrounded by toys. The child is using a stethoscope on a teddy bear. — Lucas Burtin

Ezra Klein

What Post-Debate Polls Reveal About Replacing Biden

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Bill Maher: Why I Want an Open Convention

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David French

The Supreme Court Helps Trump — and Future Presidents — Dodge Accountability

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Letters From Our Readers

Contentious Court Rulings: Immunity, Regulation and the Homeless

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Katherine Miller

The Victory Lap Trump Didn’t Take

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Gail Collins and Bret Stephens

Will One Bad Debate Night Mean One Bad Election Day?

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Margaret Renkl

Enough With the Fireworks Already

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Peter Coy

Chocolate Prices Have Spiked. Why Are Cocoa Farmers Still So Poor?

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Karen Stabiner

Want to Try That $24 Bagel Sandwich? Get in Line.

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The EveningNewsletter

Supreme Court Grants Donald Trump Substantial Immunity

France’s far right won big in the first round of elections, the Biden campaign is scrambling to reassure donors and more news.

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The Problem in Plain Sight

Voters were worried about President Biden’s age long before Washington Democrats were willing to talk about it.

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Tap dancing festivals have been pivotal in passing on tradition. But New York’s has been canceled and the institution that supports it faces an uncertain future.

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