Trump is getting his way in his global trade war, like it or not
WASHINGTON — When President Trump rocked the economy with an unprecedented attack on global trade in April, the plan was dismissed as swaggering, capricious and unsustainable. Market…
‘I left rat race and moved my family to Italy – people ask me if I regret it’
A mum-of-three from the US has opened up about the assumptions people have made since her family decided to move to Italy and start a…
‘Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time’ review: A focus on the victims
It’s been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina reshaped the city of New Orleans.Spike Lee examined the disaster with two big HBO documentaries, the 2006 “When…
Column: Newsom responds to Trump’s gutter politics
Newsletter You're reading the L.A. Times Politics newsletter George Skelton and Michael Wilner cover the insights, legislation, players and politics you need to know in…
NASCAR: Bubba Wallace makes history with his Brickyard 400 victory
INDIANAPOLIS — Bubba Wallace became the first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s 2.5-mile oval, surviving a late rain delay, two overtimes,…
From actor to NASCAR: Frankie Muniz out to prove his doubters wrong
Frankie Muniz may be the only actor who has been nominated for an Emmy award and driven in a NASCAR event at Daytona. But if…
Trump is undermining his own ‘action plan’ for AI, experts say
WASHINGTON — President Trump revealed an “action plan” for artificial intelligence on Wednesday ostensibly designed to bolster the United States in its race against China for AI…
NASCAR to race on U.S. Naval base in Coronado in 2026
NASCAR is returning to Southern California, only its cars will be racing on the streets of Coronado and not on an oval in Fontana. The…
Column: Newsom needs to stop kidding around. He’s running for president
Newsletter You're reading the L.A. Times Politics newsletter Anita Chabria and David Lauter bring insights into legislation, politics and policy from California and beyond. In…
New mural at Dodger Stadium honors Fernando Valenzuela
Nine months after his death, Fernando Valenzuela stands immortalized in a new mural on the loge‑level wall at Dodger Stadium — a vibrant fusion of…
An early field of Democratic hopefuls start positioning on immigration
WASHINGTON — Democrats may not agree on a solution to the country’s broken immigration system — but President Trump’s crackdown in Los Angeles has finally given them…
Will she or won’t she? The California governor’s race waits on Kamala Harris
The Democrats running for California governor have spent the spring and summer working to win over the powerful donors and interest groups who could help…
M&S shoppers race to buy ‘perfect’ linen dress that will hide lumps and bumps in the hot weather – it’s selling FAST
FASHION fans have been racing to pick up Marks & Spencer's new summer dress that hides lumps and bumps.The linen mini dress that shoppers have…
Trump says Cuomo ‘should stay’ in New York City mayor race against Mamdani | Donald Trump News
US Republican president slams Zohran Mamdani as a ‘communist’, says Andrew Cuomo has a ‘good shot of winning’.Washington, DC – United States President Donald Trump…
Cuomo stays in N.Y. mayor’s race as an independent
NEW YORK — Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday he will campaign for mayor of New York City as an independent candidate, staying in a…
Column: Straight-shooting advisor George Steffes always had Reagan’s ear
Newsletter You're reading the L.A. Times Politics newsletter George Skelton and Michael Wilner cover the insights, legislation, players and politics you need to know in…
As L.A. reels, White House sees ‘grand success’ in novel crackdown tactics
WASHINGTON — National Guard troops and immigration agents on horseback, clad in green uniforms and tactical gear, trotted into MacArthur Park on Monday, surrounding the iconic square…
Contributor: What Congress needs to know about DEI (but doesn’t want to hear)
The House Oversight Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services held a hearing recently about diversity, equity and inclusion. Fewer than five of the 90…
News Analysis: The healthcare cuts approved by Trump, Republicans go well beyond Medicaid
Newsletter You're reading the L.A. Times Politics newsletter Anita Chabria and David Lauter bring insights into legislation, politics and policy from California and beyond. In…
British Grand Prix result: Lando Norris wins dramatic Silverstone race from Oscar Piastri
The race started on a wet track after a soaking wet morning, but with the sun out and more rain heading towards Silverstone.Verstappen held the…