The Hardest Job in Politics: Presidential Spokesman

In the wake of the firing of the F.B.I. director, James Comey, the White House has struggled to keep its story straight. Conflicting messages, and President Trump himself, have made it difficult for the communications team to speak on his behalf.

Trump to Reach Out to Muslim World After Harsh Campaign Rhetoric

Mr. Trump will take the stage in Saudi Arabia to deliver his centerpiece speech, aiming to reconcile his past rhetoric with his ambition of rebuilding relations with the Muslim world.

Writers From the Right and Left React to This Week’s Trump News

Read about how the other side thinks: Perspectives from across the political spectrum on a tumultuous week in Washington.

House Inquiry Turns Attention to Trump Campaign Worker With Russia Ties

Michael Caputo, who was a communications adviser during the presidential race, has been asked to sit for an interview and to provide documents about his connections to the Kremlin.

Rogue Agent Scandal Clouds Efforts to Expand Border Patrol

President Trump wants to streamline the hiring process to add 5,000 new agents, but critics say cut corners could again leave the agency vulnerable to corrupt hires.