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Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Venezuelans to El Salvador’s Most Feared Prison
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May 1, 2025, 4:10 a.m. Eastern time

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U.S. Announces Deal to Share Ukraine’s Mineral Wealth

The Trump administration did not immediately provide details about the agreement, and it was not clear what it meant for the future of U.S. military support for Ukraine.

Behind Trump’s Deal to Deport Venezuelans to El Salvador’s Most Feared Prison

New details deepen questions about the deportations, showing that El Salvador’s president pressed for assurances that the migrants were really members of the Tren de Aragua gang.

Under Trump, Stocks Have the Worst Start to a Presidential Term Since 1974

During the first 100 days of the Trump administration, shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout continue to send tremors through the global financial system.

Editors’ Picks

Sean Combs’s Path From Harlem to Stardom, and Now Federal Court

As Puffy, Diddy or Love, the mogul found success and trouble. After years of accusations with few consequences, he’ll stand trial next month.

Opinion | No Ordinary Cabinet. No Ordinary Time.

In his second term, Trump is remaking America. These are the 22 people charged with carrying out his vision.

World

Wildfires in Israel Force Towns Near Jerusalem to Evacuate

The fires interrupted memorial day ceremonies, and Israel’s top firefighter called the blazes “one of the toughest events” he has faced.

A.I. Can Trick You, Warns Book That Hid A.I.’s Help Writing It

People were deceived. Accusations of dishonesty and even illegality flew. But the man behind the book defends it, calling it not a prank but a “philosophical experiment.”

A U.S. Businessman Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison in China

The charges stemmed from a criminal case more than 20 years ago. In the interim, the businessman, David Lee, had repeatedly visited China without issue.

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U.S.

Here’s What 7 Americans Think of Trump’s First 100 Days

Here’s what a variety of voters who made their choices in November’s election with some hesitation had to say about President Trump’s first 100 days.

Vietnam Veterans Worry That a War’s Hard Lessons Are Being Forgotten

The conflict profoundly affected the American troops who served there, as well as the nation’s culture and politics. But 50 years later, veterans say they see its mistakes being repeated.

Harvard Promises Changes After Reports on Antisemitism and Islamophobia

The two reports, which run hundreds of pages, come at a difficult time for the university, which is suing the Trump administration over federal funding cuts.

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Politics

El Salvador Is Said to Have Spurned U.S. Request for Return of Deported Migrant

It remained unclear whether the diplomatic effort was a genuine bid by the White House to address the plight of the immigrant, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

Supreme Court Seems Open to a Religious Charter School in Oklahoma

The justices have allowed vouchers for religious schools and required equal treatment in tuition programs. But direct government payments to religious public schools pose a new test.

Trump’s Maximalist Assertion of Presidential Power Tests the Rule of Law

The United States has never seen an effort to expand presidential authority at the scale of Donald J. Trump’s second term.

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Business

U.S. Economy Shrank in First Quarter, in Reading Clouded by Messy Trade Data

Underlying economic growth remained solid in early 2025, but tariffs and uncertainty are expected to cause a further slowdown.

Chinese Factories Slow in Early Sign of Trade War’s Toll

A slowdown in commerce between the United States and China caused by escalating tariffs was evident in a report Wednesday on manufacturing activity in April.

Trump’s Cuts to Science Funding Could Hurt U.S. Economy, Study Shows

Reducing federal support for research and development could cause long-run economic damage and reduce government revenue.

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Technology

Judge Rebukes Apple and Orders It to Loosen Grip on App Store

The ruling was a stinging defeat for Apple in a long-running antitrust case brought by Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, on behalf of app developers.

How to Secure Your Phone’s Data Before Traveling Abroad

Here are some best practices for safeguarding sensitive personal data.

Microsoft Moderates A.I. Spending as Profit Increases 18%

The tech giant’s revenue also grew 13%, topping Wall Street’s expectations.

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Arts

How Blondshell Became an Alt-Rock Supernova

Sabrina Teitelbaum bares it all in her raw, crunchy songs. On her second album, “If You Asked for a Picture,” she’s weighing how much of herself to give away.

Buddy Guy on ‘Sinners’: ‘This May Help the Blues Stay Alive’

The guitarist and singer, who turns 89 in July, discusses his role in Ryan Coogler’s musical horror drama and his promise to Muddy Waters and B.B. King.

What Comes After Trauma and a TikTok Hit? Gigi Perez Is Finding Out.

The artist, 25, struck platinum with “Sailor Song.” Her debut album is a tribute to her lost sister, and an attempt to make sense of a few rudderless years.

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