New York Times
Mexico’s Government Is Blocking Its Own Anti-Corruption Drive, Commissioners Say
Members of the nation’s new system against graft, inaugurated by the president after several scandals, say they are routinely thwarted by the government.
Editorial: A Historic Tax Heist
In which Republican donors pick your children’s pockets.
News Analysis: Republicans Near a Big Win — but Will It Lift Them Politically?
Senate passage of a trillion-dollar tax cut will be a much-needed Republican victory, but it remains to be seen whether it lifts them out of their political ditch.
Deported Repeatedly, Man Is Sentenced to 35 Years for Attacks on 2 Oregon Women
The man, Sergio Jose Martinez, an undocumented Mexican immigrant, attacked the women in July. His case got national attention because of Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
Taxpayers Paid $84,000 to End Sex Harassment Claim Against Texas Lawmaker
Rep. Blake Farenthold, Republican of Texas, settled a sexual harassment suit for $84,000, one of six House settlements funded by taxpayers since 2013.
A Hasty, Hand-Scribbled Tax Bill Sets Off an Outcry
Senator Jon Tester, Democrat of Montana, called it “Washington D.C. at its worst” as Republicans sought to speed through their amended bill, handwriting and all.
Harvard Agrees to Turn Over Records Amid Discrimination Inquiry
The university agreed to turn over confidential documents to the Justice Department, which is investigating whether it has discriminated against Asian-American applicants.
Motives in Egypt’s Deadliest Terrorist Attack: Religion and Revenge
After 311 people were killed in a packed mosque in a small Sinai town, residents said the attack was probably payback for their cooperation with Egyptian security forces.
Yankees Choose Aaron Boone to Be Their Next Manager
Boone, who hit the home run that won the 2003 American League Championship Series for the Yankees, has never managed at any level.
After Firing Matt Lauer, NBC Executives Move to Control the Damage
As competitors raised questions, the NBC News chairman and the news division president worked to reassure staff members about the handling of the scandal.
Op-Ed Columnist: Deck the Halls With White House Folly
Fa-la-la-la-la with President Merry Christmas.
Books News: Sex, Plagiarism and Spyware. This Is Not Your Average Copyright Complaint.
Dueling lawsuits by novelist Emma Cline and her ex-boyfriend involve high-profile lawyers in what has become a high-profile case.
Op-Ed Contributor: Michael Flynn’s Guilty Plea: 10 Key Takeaways
Impeachment just became a lot more likely.
Michael Flynn Pleads Guilty to Lying to the F.B.I. and Will Cooperate With Russia Inquiry
The guilty plea by President Trump’s former national security adviser brings the special counsel investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election into Mr. Trump’s inner circle.
California Resolute in Sanctuary Status as a Heated Case Ends
The acquittal of a Mexican man in the death of a California woman renewed calls for tougher border measures, but the state has so far held firm on protections for undocumented immigrants.
Op-Ed Columnist: Writing at the Speed of Trump’s Scandals
In which a columnist attempts to keep up with White House news.
Op-Ed Contributors: After Flynn, Are Kushner and Don Jr. Next?
The Flynn deal opens the door to charges against the president’s inner circle — and his family.
Op-Ed Contributor: Ehud Barak: We Must Save Israel From Its Government
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling coalition is irrational, bordering on messianic.
Editorial: Flynn Flipped. Who’s Next?
Michael Flynn’s guilty plea raises obvious questions: What did President Trump know? And when did he know it?
Trump Rejects Reports That His Top Diplomat is Departing
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson has been dogged for months by rumors he would resign but said any White House plan for him to resign was “laughable.”