The democratic socialist’s preliminary edge over former Democratic governor Andrew M. Cuomo positioned him for a potential seismic upset in the mayoral race.

On the final episode of Sidebar, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin, James Hohmann and JM Rieger breakdown the shaky ceasefire between Iran and Israel – and whether it will hold. And having decided to enter the conflict, President Trump is now trying to play peacemaker. Then, the crew breaks down Trump's stunning turn of fortune since Sidebar began – from being found guilty in his New York hush money and election interference trial, to winning the presidency for a second time and seeing his federal charges dismissed. Later, the crew reflects on their time hosting Sidebar and other Washington Post coverage.

What to know about the democratic socialist and political newcomer who is running to be the next mayor of America’s most populous city.

The democratic socialist’s preliminary edge over former Democratic governor Andrew M. Cuomo positioned him for a potential seismic upset and signaled the enthusiasm his campaign engendered among voters eager for change.

The president also lashed out at two other female Democratic lawmakers, Reps. Jasmine Crockett (Texas) and Ilhan Omar (Minnesota).

Trump, en route to the NATO summit, once again raises questions about his commitment to the alliance’s pledge of mutual defense.

A federal jury held David Walls-Kaufman liable for assaulting police officer Jeffrey Smith during the U.S. Capitol riot and ordered him to pay damages to widow Erin Smith.

Garcia is an up-and-coming sophomore from California who promised to usher in a new generation of leadership for Democrats on the committee.

Trump is heading to NATO for a trip lasting barely a day. It’s the pattern of his second term — attend international meetings, but don’t stay long.

Businesses that serve large immigrant populations are seeing palpable shifts — fewer in-store visits, lower receipts and more deliveries — in consumer behavior.

For more than two decades Congress has failed at one of its most central constitutional duties: setting the parameters of war for the military.

Andrew Cuomo, seeking a political comeback, is facing off with progressive Zohran Mamdani in a race that candidates call a referendum on the future of the Democratic Party.

“It’s just a more lonely position. And nobody likes being in a lonely position,” she said in an interview last week to promote her new book, “Far From Home.”

The case centered on President Donald Trump’s attempt to deport migrants to countries where they are not citizens, including conflict-ridden South Sudan.

Trump has appeared to reach a tipping point with the Kentucky Republican as Massie opposes the president’s legislative package and decision to bomb Iran without consulting Congress.

The Supreme Court announced it will take up the case of a devout Rastafarian whose dreadlocks were forcibly shaved by Louisiana prison guards.

The Northern Virginia primary featuring 10 Democratic candidates is a mad-dash contest that will test voters’ appetite for breaking from the establishment.

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles worked briefly for Benjamin Netanyahu’s 2020 campaign, an example of the many ties between the Israeli leader and Trump.

Israel is attacking Iran’s nuclear sites, but Tehran’s secret path to a weapon was blazed by Jerusalem.

GOP states are particularly reliant on a program that President Donald Trump and other Republicans have targeted for deep spending reductions.

The images show Trump wearing a MAGA hat and surrounded by advisers including White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

A federal judge ruled that Kilmar Abrego García is eligible for release and raised questions about the government’s allegation that he is a threat to society.

The bombing marked a stark reversal from Trump’s campaign rhetoric to “expel the warmongers from our government,” and escalated divisions within the GOP. Some downplayed the shift to maintain their loyalty to the president.

Before Trump’s actions, some Republicans and public polls showed hesitancy to attack Iran. After the strikes, opinions largely coalesced along party lines.

Trump’s statement that he might wait “two weeks” to decide on striking Iran was part of an elaborate administration effort at “misdirection,” officials said.

Before Trump’s actions, some Republicans and public polls showed hesitancy to attack Iran. After the strikes, opinions largely coalesced around party lines.

There are warning signs for Trump and Republicans on issues including potential strikes against Iran, his tax and spending cut bill, tariffs and immigration.

Trump rose to power criticizing Middle East wars. Now he may have his own.

The bombing is a major escalation by President Donald Trump, tethering the United States to a conflict with no clear end in sight.

Congress built a system 50 years ago to prevent another Nixon. Trump seems determined to dismantle those rules.

The B-2 deployment appeared to be a show of force as Trump says he is holding out hope Iran will agree to shutter its nuclear program voluntarily.

The summer campaign season launched Saturday in Richmond as Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears heated up the race for governor.

Congress built a system 50 years ago to prevent another Nixon. Trump seems determined to dismantle those rules.

Paralyzed in a car accident during college, she overcame her disability to become a Justice Department lawyer and serve for more than two decades on the bench.