Tuesday Briefing

President Trump’s talk of a third term.

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Democrats Sue Trump Over Executive Order on Elections

The lawsuit accuses President Trump of vastly overstepping his authority to “upturn the electoral playing field in his favor and against his political rivals.”

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Hegseth Mandates Uniform Fitness Standards for Combat Roles

Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary, mandated that physical fitness requirements for combat jobs be “sex-neutral,” a move that is likely to significantly reduce the number of women who qualify.

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South Korea’s President Will Learn His Fate on Friday

The Constitutional Court will announce on Friday whether Yoon Suk Yeol, who was impeached in December for declaring martial law, will be permanently removed from office or restored to power.

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Israel’s Military Says It Struck Beirut’s Suburbs

The attack was the second in less than a week, raising fears that a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah could unravel.

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Lee Zeldin, E.P.A. Head, Shuts National Environmental Museum

The exhibits were dedicated to the agency’s history. Mr. Zeldin said closing the collection would save $600,000 annually.

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NASA Astronauts Speak for First Time After 9-Month Stay in Space at ISS

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore spoke in their first news conference since returning to Earth two weeks ago from an unexpectedly long I.S.S. stay that lasted more than nine months.

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OpenAI Closes Deal That Values Company at $300 Billion

The start-up’s valuation, which has nearly doubled in six months, shows continued enthusiasm for A.I. among investors.

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Trump Administration Tallies Trade Barriers That Could Prompt Tariffs

The Office of the United States Trade Representative released a report Monday highlighting foreign trade barriers that could influence tariffs the president puts into effect this week.

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N.Y.C. Cannabis Boss Resigns Amid Sexual Harassment Investigation

Dasheeda Dawson, who helped people start dispensaries, was accused of trying to pressure a businesswoman into a relationship in exchange for a city contract.

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