New York Times

1. Where Democrats Will Duel Next for the Party’s Future

   In Michigan, Maine and many other states, primary candidates will decide the party’s direction on a host of policy issues, and ultimately whether it has a center-left or left-wing vision.

2. Mamdani, Mofongo and Rum: Democratic Squabbles Fade Away, for Now

   At an annual gathering in Puerto Rico for New York’s political class, former foes of Zohran Mamdani put aside their differences and tried to get information about his inner circle.

3. With a Mayor From Queens, the Borough Is Having a Moment

   When Zohran Mamdani is sworn in as New York City’s 111th mayor, he will be the first with such an intimate connection to Queens.

4. Gavin Newsom, Eyeing 2028, Tries to Mess With Texas

   Celebrating his recent redistricting victory, the California governor swooped into a state led by a Republican rival and sent the latest signal about his presidential ambitions.

5. Trump Loyalists Push ‘Grand Conspiracy’ as New Subpoenas Land

   The Justice Department moved an inquiry that appeared initially focused on John O. Brennan to South Florida and is beginning to recruit line prosecutors.