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September 14, 2024

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

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Harris Dominates as Trump Gets Defensive: 6 Takeaways From the Debate

Laying out bait that Donald Trump eagerly snatched, the vice president owned much of the night, keeping him on the back foot and avoiding sustained attention on her own vulnerabilities.

By Shane Goldmacher and Katie Rogers

Several people scaling the walls of the U.S. Capitol.

Jason Andrew for The New York Times

Republicans Don't Want to Talk About Jan. 6. Trump Can't Help Himself.

Donald J. Trump has made his revisionist account of the Capitol attack the foundation of this campaign, even when there is little political advantage.

By Charles Homans and Alan Feuer

A woman in a cap with a backpack on speaks to someone with a video camera in a tripod in front of some low buildings.

Federico Rios for The New York Times

Who Is Laura Loomer, the Far-Right Activist Who Traveled With Trump?

After fellow Republicans criticized her appearance on the trail, noting her history of offensive remarks, former President Donald J. Trump praised her but later said he disagreed with some of her statements.

By Ken Bensinger

President Biden and Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a long table with other dignitaries.

Rod Lamkey Jr. for The New York Times

Meeting With Biden, British Leader Hints at Ukraine Weapon Decision Soon

As the president deliberated with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the question of whether to let Ukraine use long-range weapons in Russia was a rare point of contention between allied nations.

By Michael D. Shear and David E. Sanger

A photo of Taylor Swift smiling onstage and holding a microphone.

Cassidy Araiza for The New York Times

How Taylor Swift Surprised Harris, and Entered a New Political Era

The pop star capped a big night for Kamala Harris with an unexpectedly timed endorsement that could draw in more young voters. Ms. Swift's political message, too, was newly direct and personal.

By Katie Rogers, Matt Stevens and Emily Cochrane

Keep Up With the 2024 Election

The presidential election is 53 days away. Here's our guide to the run-up to Election Day.

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