Gabriel Blanco

A federal judge on Monday dismissed in its entirety the classified documents case against former President Donald J. Trump, ruling that the appointment of the special counsel, Jack Smith, had violated the Constitution. The ruling by Judge Aileen M. Cannon, who was put on the bench by Mr. Trump, differed from previous court decisions reaching back to the Watergate era. Alan Feuer, a reporter for The New York Times who is covering federal criminal cases involving Mr. Trump, explains the ruling.

On at least 19 occasions since 2019, SpaceX’s operations have caused fires, leaks and explosions near its launch site in Boca Chica, Texas. These incidents reflect a broader debate over how to balance technological and economic progress against protections of delicate ecosystems and local communities. The New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton explains.

The U.S. once looked to offsite construction as an efficient way to build lots of housing and drive down costs. Sweden has embraced the idea and put it into practice. Francesca Mari, a contributor to The New York Times, breaks down the process.

Video: How Trump’s Management Style Could Work Against Him in Court

Now more than ever, the city is being forced to rethink how its thoroughfares are being used.

Nearly every lawyer who has ever represented the former president has faced pressure to be aggressive. But in a high-stakes criminal trial in Manhattan, his defense team is trying to balance strategy with what’s in Trump’s own best interests.

Donald J. Trump’s relationship with Wall Street has changed dramatically since 2016. He was closely aligned with business leaders during his first term in office, until a series of events exposed their divisions.

The biopic “Oppenheimer” was showered with honors, and the race for best actress culminated in a second Oscar for Emma Stone.

Video: How to Create Your Own Holiday Wreath

New York City is legally obligated to provide a bed for every homeless person who asks for one, under a decades-old court settlement. But 18 months into a migrant crisis that shows no signs of abating, it has walked away from its obligation, at least for some.