Thomas Keller
Journalist & Contributor
Agriculture Policy Analyst tracking farm bills, rural development, and food safety regulations.
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Trump Defends Relationship with Netanyahu Amid War in Iran
US President Donald Trump has defended his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying the Israeli leader did not defy him.
In Nevada, Trump's Policies Weigh Heavy on Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's Re-election Bid
Nevada's Republican Governor Joe Lombardo faces a tough re-election battle as Trump's policies continue to shape the state's politics.
Trump's Sharp Turn on China: Embracing It as a Peer Power
President Trump's warming with Xi Jinping of China has ignited anxieties in Washington and across Asia.
Rep. Kevin Kiley, Independent, to Face Richard Pan in California House Race
California's newly drawn Sixth Congressional District is widely considered to be favorable for Democrats, setting the stage for a potentially contentious battle between Rep. Kevin Kiley, who dropped his Republican affiliation earlier this year, and Richard Pan.
Judge Sides with Jazz Performer Chuck Redd in Dispute Over Trump's Name at Kennedy Center
A federal judge has ruled in favor of jazz musician Chuck Redd, who canceled a 2025 holiday concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts after President Trump's name was added to the building.
Trump Booed at Madison Square Garden for Game 3 of NBA Finals
President Donald Trump's presence at the NBA Finals was met with a chorus of boos from the crowd at Madison Square Garden.
Shadows of Sorrow: The Unseen Victims of the Air India Crash
One year after the devastating Air India crash, the stories of those who were not on the plane but felt its impact are a poignant reminder of the ripple effects of tragedy.
Rare Footage Captured of Great White Shark in Mediterranean Sea
A volunteer diver has captured rare footage of a Great White shark in the Mediterranean Sea, sparking excitement among marine biologists and conservationists.
Crested Ibises Get the Royal Treatment in Japan as They Fly Again
Japan's conservation efforts have paid off as the country's iconic crested ibises begin to thrive once more.
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary: A Journey Through History
The New York Times' Travel desk embarks on a unique journey to retrace the steps of revolutionary figures, both in the United States and abroad, to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.