Intercepted call of Iranian officials downplays damage of U.S. attack

The officials were heard saying Trump’s strike on Iran proved less devastating than expected. The administration calls the intelligence insignificant.

By John Hudson and Warren P. Strobel

(Demetrius Freeman/The Washington Post)

DOGE loses control over government grants website, freeing up billions

The DOGE team’s loss of control is the latest sign of its declining influence following Elon Musk’s departure from Washington.

By Dan Diamond and Hannah Natanson • Read more

What’s in Trump and Senate Republicans’ tax and immigration bill?

The Senate is on the verge of advancing Trump’s priorities, dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill. Here’s how it could change the federal government and the U.S. economy.

By Jacob Bogage • Read more

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