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In 1990, a bipartisan Congress passed historic bills. Then it cracked apart.

(Illustration by Natalie Vineberg/The Washington Post; iStock)

36 years ago, a Republican president and Democratic lawmakers produced monumental laws. Now a broken Congress has enabled Trump to undo key parts of that legacy.

By Michael Kranish

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Vance, who wasn’t keen on Iran war, now tasked with trying to end it

Column Michelle Singletary

How digital thieves use fake profiles and invites to scam your friends

Can AI be a ‘child of God’? Inside Anthropic’s meeting with Christian leaders.

Too tired to exercise? Try these expert tips to get your energy up.

Education secretary used fake photo in post about Black history icon

Column Monica Hesse

A ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ sequel answers questions the original forgot to ask

Trump officials unveil designs for president’s controversial 250-foot arch

Direct talks begin in Islamabad as U.S. and Iran seek path to end war

How college students who study war view Trump’s Iran taunts

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Parrot goes on underwater adventure in his custom-built submarine

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

Pearl Fryar dies at 86. The self-taught topiary artist spread a message of love.

Early audition for 2028 hopefuls focuses on civil rights issues

Opinion Megan McArdle

What Anthropic’s new nightmare means, in plain English

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Column Carolyn Hax

Son’s secret child is revealed, and his wife blames all who knew