Politics

NYT’s Correction Habit Strikes Again

The Times corrected a story on a proposed strategic investment fund after a Trump administration official said quotes were fabricated, then added another fix over the amount and the wording. The dust-up spilled into the larger fight over press access and Pentagon rules.

Hegseth Backs Off on Kid Rock Flyby

The Army first suspended the helicopter crew after a flyby near Kid Rock’s Nashville-area home. Pete Hegseth then lifted the suspension, and the story turned into a fast lesson in how quickly official caution can vanish.

Army Probes Kid Rock Helicopter Flyby

Kid Rock says he is not worried after Army helicopters passed near his Tennessee home during a training flight. The Army says it is reviewing the mission and flight path, because even helicopter paperwork seems to need its own helicopter.

Europe Hits Reverse on Migration

The European Parliament has approved a tougher deportation plan that speeds up removals of irregular migrants and gives member states more room to act. Supporters call it overdue; critics say Brussels is trading away its humanitarian image.

Vance Eyes Walz In Fraud Probe

Vice President JD Vance says his fraud task force may pursue prosecutions if investigations uncover crimes. He also pointed to California’s voting rules and repeated claims about broader fraud in government programs.