Politics: 5 stories from this week

April 5, 2025

Here are some stories you might have missed this week, curated by Times editors and personalized for you.

Susan Crawford stands at a lectern and smiles, surrounded by four Supreme Court justices, all women. A crowd of supporters looks on in the foreground.

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Democrats Show a Pulse: 6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections

Energized against the new Trump era, and against Elon Musk, Democrats pulled off a crucial judicial victory in Wisconsin and cut into Republican margins in two Florida congressional races.

By Reid J. Epstein, Julie Bosman and Emily Cochrane

Jackson McMillan stands outside in front of steps, partly in shadow. He is wearing a dark blazer and his arms are folded against his chest.

Zack Wittman for The New York Times

Meet the 23-Year-Old Student Who Raised $25 Million in Democratic Losses

A law student in Florida has a lucrative side gig: fund-raising consultant. His firm earns a 25 percent cut of “profit” from donations, and critics have begun to pile up after two special elections.

By Shane Goldmacher

A close-up of Susan Crawford, smiling, at her victory party. She is wearing a white jacket with a blue shirt.

Jamie Kelter Davis for The New York Times

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‘Big Psychological Boost’ for Democrats in String of Elections

The party’s position remains dire. But a judicial victory in Wisconsin and closer-than-expected losses in Florida suggest a once-demoralized Democratic base is animated again.

By Katie Glueck

A mass of protesters hold signs that say, “Respect for All” and “Inaugurate the Resistance.”

Sam Hodgson for The New York Times

Anti-Trump Protests Try to Reach the Newly Alarmed

The rallies on Saturday are being held all over the country and emphasize cuts to health care, Social Security and education.

By Katie Benner

Doug Mills/The New York Times

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Republicans Like to Cut Taxes. With Tariffs, Trump Is Raising Them.

President Trump’s tariffs are scrambling the Republican plan for the economy, long centered on tax cuts and growth.

By Andrew Duehren

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