Trump Aimed Shutdown Cuts at Democrats, but G.O.P. Districts Are Hit, Too

As the president cancels projects in Democratic-run states, he is cutting money that benefits his own party’s lawmakers in some of the most competitive House districts.

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Mamdani Condemns Trump’s $18 Billion Funding Freeze for New York-Area Projects

The Democratic front-runner for mayor of New York said that “these are the actions of one who is cruel to this city.”

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Mamdani Condemns Trump’s $18 Billion Funding Freeze for New York-Area Projects

The Democratic front-runner for mayor of New York said that “these are the actions of one who is cruel to this city.”

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After Trump Pulls Funding, Work Continues on N.Y. Area Transit Projects

Two of the largest infrastructure initiatives in the United States were still moving forward this week despite the battles over a government shutdown surrounding them.

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Trump Uses Shutdown to Maximize Pain for Democrats and Move Forward With Layoffs

The Trump administration forged ahead with plans to conduct mass layoffs, as the fiscal standoff appeared to intensify.

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Trump Administration to Withhold $18 Billion for N.Y.C. Infrastructure

The transportation secretary said previously awarded funds for two major projects, the expansion of the Second Avenue subway and the construction of train tunnels under the Hudson River, would not be distributed.

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In the Philippines, Search Teams Look for Survivors of Deadly Earthquake

At least 69 people were killed in Cebu Province by the 6.9-magnitude temblor — including 10 in a village built as a haven for survivors of a previous disaster.

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Large Hole Swallows Road in Bangkok After a Subway Tunnel Collapses

A burst pipe in an unfinished extension of Bangkok’s subway system opened a hole more than 60 feet deep in a road near a hospital and royal palaces.

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Still Divided, a Syrian City Ruined in War Edges Back to Life

Battered by years of bombing and shelling, Deir al-Zour remains a frontline, even as its people struggle to rebuild.

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Carney Unveils Major Projects for Canada to Offset Damage of Trump’s Tariffs

Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled big infrastructure plans. But they are likely to meet resistance from Indigenous and environmental groups.

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