For Trump, a Promised Economic Boom Collides With the Costs of War

President Trump said he had envisioned a growing economy and improving fortunes for American families in 2026. That appears at risk in his war with Iran.By declaring war on Iran, the president has upended his vision for the nation’s economic trajectory.

T Tony Romm and Colby Smith

Energy Secretary Says ‘No Guarantees’ Oil Prices Will Fall Soon

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for oil shipments, remained unsafe for tanker passage. Iran has been firing projectiles and laying mines.In an interview with ABC News on Sunday Energy Secretary Chris Wright expressed some confidence that the United Stat

E Edward Wong

A Refugee Died After Border Patrol Left Him at a Cafe. Fear Followed.

Buffalo’s Arakan Rohingya community was rattled after a disabled man’s death. “Our worry comes from future incidents that may happen,” one resident said.The body of Nurul Amin Shah Alam was prepared for burial on Feb. 26 in Buffalo. He was found dead five days after Border Patrol agents dropped him

M Mark Sommer

Commuters, Rejoice! The New Portal Bridge in New Jersey Is Ready for Riders.

The old Portal Bridge disrupted rail commutes in New Jersey for decades, frequently getting stuck when it swung to let boat traffic pass. Now a new bridge is open to the public.The Portal North Bridge’s arches were built at the Port of Coeymans, near Albany, then floated down the Hudson River and up

M Michael Harmon