Transition Briefing: Trump Meets Petraeus as Secretary of State Sweepstakes Heat Up
Transition Briefing: Trump Meets Petraeus as Secretary of State Sweepstakes Heat Up
Mr. Trump was widely criticized for baseless claims of voter fraud, and one of his advisers publicly denounced Mitt Romney, a contender to lead the State Department.
Trump Has Options for Undoing Obama’s Climate Legacy
Trump Has Options for Undoing Obama’s Climate Legacy
A little-known office under the control of the White House can keep some environmental regulations from taking effect, and the president can reverse rules not yet completed.
Transition Briefing: Decision to Pull Back on Case Against Clinton Provokes Backlash
Transition Briefing: Decision to Pull Back on Case Against Clinton Provokes Backlash
“Lock her up” was a frequent chant during Donald J. Trump’s campaign rallies, but the president-elect has opted not to pursue charges against Hillary Clinton.
Just a Friendly Chat Between 2 Worried Late-Night Hosts
Just a Friendly Chat Between 2 Worried Late-Night Hosts
Stephen Colbert and John Oliver trade jokes and blunt words in a live conversation about Trump’s victory and their concerns for the nation.
‘Hamilton’ Cast’s Appeal to Pence Ignites Showdown With Trump
‘Hamilton’ Cast’s Appeal to Pence Ignites Showdown With Trump
Donald Trump took to Twitter to demand an apology from the cast of “Hamilton,” which directly addressed Vice President-elect Mike Pence after a performance on Friday.
The In-Law in the Trump Inner Circle: Jared Kushner’s Steadying Hand
The In-Law in the Trump Inner Circle: Jared Kushner’s Steadying Hand
In the chaos that often seems to surround President-elect Trump, his son-in-law injects optimism and reinforces Mr. Trump’s world views and instincts.
Jeff Sessions, as Attorney General, Could Overhaul Department He’s Skewered
Jeff Sessions, as Attorney General, Could Overhaul Department He’s Skewered
The Alabama senator was a Justice Department prosecutor for almost 15 years, and would likely seek wholesale changes if he returns as attorney general.
Donald Trump Chooses Mike Pompeo as C.I.A. Director
Donald Trump Chooses Mike Pompeo as C.I.A. Director
Mr. Pompeo gained prominence for his role in the congressional investigation into the 2012 attack on the U.S. diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya.
Donald Trump Takes Credit for Helping to Save a Ford Plant That Wasn’t Closing
Donald Trump Takes Credit for Helping to Save a Ford Plant That Wasn’t Closing
Mr. Trump wrote on Twitter that he had helped keep a plant in Kentucky. Although Ford had planned to move some work to Mexico, it had intended to keep the factory open.
Trump Offers National Security Post to Michael Flynn, Retired General
Trump Offers National Security Post to Michael Flynn, Retired General
The move could put a retired intelligence officer who believes Islamist militancy poses an existential threat in one of the most powerful roles in shaping military and foreign policy.
Donald Trump Seeks to Delay Action on Spending Bills Until His Term Starts
Donald Trump Seeks to Delay Action on Spending Bills Until His Term Starts
Speaker Paul D. Ryan said the House would go along with the request and pass a stopgap measure that would keep the government running at current spending levels until March.
Transition Briefing: Trump’s Son-in-Law Consults With Lawyers About Joining Administration
Transition Briefing: Trump’s Son-in-Law Consults With Lawyers About Joining Administration
President-elect Donald J. Trump has a full day of meetings with potential cabinet officials, including a scheduled session with Henry A. Kissinger.
Yoga? Weaving? Vigils? The Search for Postelection Calm
Yoga? Weaving? Vigils? The Search for Postelection Calm
What some people did this past week, from interfaith vigils to yoga classes to group mediation sessions, once the votes were counted.
Secretary of State Giuliani? He’s Leading Choice, Trump Aides Say
Secretary of State Giuliani? He’s Leading Choice, Trump Aides Say
Mr. Giuliani, a loyal, often ferocious Trump backer, would be a startling choice to be the nation’s chief diplomat, given his background.
Red, Blue and Divided: Six Views of America
Red, Blue and Divided: Six Views of America
Reporters for The New York Times spoke with people across the country to understand the issues that split voters before the election, and today.
Trump’s Hires Will Set Course of His Presidency
Trump’s Hires Will Set Course of His Presidency
Rarely in American history has the exercise of choosing people had such a far-reaching impact on the nature and priorities of a new administration.
How Federal Ethics Laws Will Apply to a Trump Presidency
How Federal Ethics Laws Will Apply to a Trump Presidency
Donald J. Trump’s financial dealings and vast web of businesses pose a number of potential conflicts as he prepares to lead the country.
Who Will Be in Trump’s Cabinet? Let the Guessing Begin
Who Will Be in Trump’s Cabinet? Let the Guessing Begin
The president-elect himself hinted Friday (on Twitter, naturally), that a big announcement would be coming soon.
Trump and Obama Hold Cordial 90-Minute Meeting in Oval Office
Trump and Obama Hold Cordial 90-Minute Meeting in Oval Office
President Obama met with President-elect Donald J. Trump, saying about the Trumps: “We want to make sure that they feel welcome.”
‘Not Our President’: Protests Spread After Donald Trump’s Election
‘Not Our President’: Protests Spread After Donald Trump’s Election
Demonstrators marched through Manhattan toward Trump Tower, and similar protests took place in other cities and on college campuses across the country.
Donald Trump Is Elected President in Stunning Repudiation of the Establishment
Donald Trump Is Elected President in Stunning Repudiation of the Establishment
His surprise victory ended an erratic and grievance-filled campaign that took direct aim at his own party and long-held ideals of American democracy.
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