July 26, 2025

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Here are some stories you might have missed this week, curated by Times editors and personalized for you.
A Kennedy Toils in Mississippi, Tracing His Grandfather’s Path
Joe Kennedy III, the grandson of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, says there is work to do in red states. He also has a few things to say about his uncle, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
By Robert Draper
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A Clash Over a Promotion Puts Hegseth at Odds With His Generals
Suspicions about leaks and a mistrust of senior military officers have defined much of the defense secretary’s first six months on the job.
By Greg Jaffe, Eric Schmitt and Helene Cooper
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Hunter Biden Trashes Democrats He Saw as Betraying His Father
In a profane tirade, the former president’s son sought to settle scores with Anita Dunn, David Axelrod, James Carville and George Clooney. Among others.
By Reid J. Epstein
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This Democrat Wants Cognitive Standards in Congress. Her Colleagues Disagree.
Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez says age-related cognitive decline among elected officials is a major issue for voters.
By Annie Karni
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Competing Conspiracy Theories Consume Trump’s Washington
President Trump is trying to divert attention from the Epstein conspiracy theory with a new-and-improved one about Barack Obama and treason.
By Peter Baker
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