Hurricane Thrashes Texas, and Lingers

Officials Scramble to Assess ‘Widespread Damage’

By MANNY FERNANDEZ, ALAN BLINDER and SIMON ROMERO 1:40 AM ET

After slamming into Texas late Friday as a Category 4 storm, Hurricane Harvey was later downgraded. But forecasters warned that the onslaught was not finished.
At least two deaths appear storm-related, and the National Hurricane Center has warned of “catastrophic flooding” in the days ahead.

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Hurricane Harvey’s Path

Seven coastal counties in Texas and one Louisiana parish have ordered mandatory evacuations in some areas. See maps of the storm’s path and predicted rainfall along the Gulf Coast.

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Trump Sought End to Arpaio Case Months Ago, Officials Say

By MAGGIE HABERMAN 11:38 PM ET

Months before pardoning Joe Arpaio, the former Arizona sheriff, President Trump asked his attorney general and White House counsel if the case could be dismissed altogether.

Trump’s Pardon of Arpaio Follows, but Challenges, the Law

By ADAM LIPTAK

Legal experts said they were troubled by Mr. Trump’s move to excuse the lawlessness of an official who had sworn to defend the constitutional structure.

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Trump’s Threats on Health Law Hide Gains by Insurers

By REED ABELSON

Despite anxiety over the Affordable Care Act’s stability, many insurance companies still participating have cut losses sharply. Some are starting to prosper.

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Gorka Forced Out of Job as White House Adviser, Officials Say

By MAGGIE HABERMAN and MATT STEVENS

Sebastian Gorka was a staunch defender of Mr. Trump and a lightning rod for controversy. A conservative website reported that he had resigned.

Foundation Started in Honor of Victim in Charlottesville

By YAMICHE ALCINDOR

In creating a social justice foundation, the mother of Heather D. Heyer said she wanted the country to learn a lesson she had taught her daughter: Disputes can be de-escalated before they become violent.

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Wages Often Come Late for Workers at Trump Golf Course

By PETER S. GOODMAN

At a golf course in Dubai managed by the president’s company, migrant workers employed by a local contractor say they are not paid on time.

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Floyd Mayweather Jr., right, landing a punch against Conor McGregor on Saturday. Credit Christian Petersen/Getty Images

Mayweather Stops McGregor in 10th

By JOHN ELIGON

Floyd Mayweather Jr. wore down Conor McGregor, a mixed-martial arts star making his debut as a professional boxer, in the early rounds to set up a punishing end with a 10th-round TKO.

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At an Arkansas Mosque, a Vandal Spreads Hate and Finds Mercy

On an October night, Abraham Davis agreed to drive a friend to a mosque. His friend drew swastikas and curses on the mosque’s windows and doors while Abraham stood watch in the driveway.

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As U.S. Shuts Immigration Doors, Ukrainians Stream In

By MIRIAM JORDAN

While refugee camps swell with families escaping Islamic fundamentalists and civil war, a 1990 program conveys a favored status on Ukrainians and other applicants from former Soviet areas.