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Biden will pull all U.S. forces from Afghanistan by Sept. 11

The military exit will keep thousands of U.S. forces in Afghanistan beyond the May 1 deadline that the Trump administration negotiated last year with the Taliban, according to people familiar with the matter.

By Missy Ryan and Karen DeYoung44 minutes ago

FDA, CDC urge pause in use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine

The agencies said they are reviewing data involving six reported U.S. cases of a rare and severe type of blood clot in individuals after receiving the J&J vaccine.

By Laurie McGinley, Carolyn Y. Johnson and Lena H. Sun1 hour ago

CORONAVIRUS DEVELOPMENTSAccess to these updates is free

The risk-reward calculus of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, visualized

By Philip Bump

Former police officer Derek Chauvin's trial continues and may contain graphic content. (The Post)

LIVE CHAUVIN TRIAL UPDATES

Chauvin trial continues amid protests as former officer’s defense is set to begin its presentation

Chauvin defense team attempts to put George Floyd’s drug addiction on the stand

Defense attorney Eric Nelson faces the complex and delicate task of cross-examining a deceased man’s drug abuse.

By Toluse Olorunnipa

Daunte Wright’s death rouses emotion in Brooklyn Center, which put a sympathetic mayor in charge of police

Police in the Minneapolis suburb fatally shot the 20-year-old unarmed Black man during a traffic stop Sunday.

By Kim Bellware and Jared Goyette41 minutes ago

Officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright is 26-year vet, police said

Potter has been suspended pending the results of a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension investigation, the agency said.

By Andrea Salcedo

LIVE POLITICS UPDATES

Democrats torn over expanding health coverage

OPINIONS

Derek Chauvin’s defense is in fact a damning indictment

Opinion by Radley Balko

It’s time to break the traditions of white nationalism in our civic institutions

Opinion by Walter Greason

Republicans bear some blame for right-wing terrorism

Opinion by Jennifer Rubin

Tucker Carlson shows what mass-marketed racism looks like

Opinion by Michael Gerson

Putin again threatens war with Ukraine. The West must be ready to respond.

Opinion by the Editorial Board

Why Biden isn’t (yet) following through on his core health-care promise

Opinion by Paul Waldman

Guide to the Pandemic

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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Chart of U.S. covid cases reported by day

Your Life at Home

What AOC’s and FKA twigs’ stories teach us about surviving sexual assault

Exfoliating isn’t necessary. But if you do it, follow the tips from these dermatologists.

Calculate how much you would get from the $1,400 (or more) coronavirus checks

Iran plans major jump in uranium enrichment after attack on facility

The move puts Iran far closer to weapons-grade levels and comes after an attack on an enrichment facility that Iran blames on Israel. Talks to revive the nuclear deal with the United States were scheduled to resume Wednesday in Vienna.

By Kareem Fahim14 minutes ago

Consumer prices rise as White House, Fed monitor inflation

By Hamza Shaban

Egypt seizes the Ever Given, saying its owners owe nearly $1 billion for Suez Canal traffic jam

By Antonia Noori Farzan

Kristen Clarke faced abuse for taking on Trump. Now she’s poised to lead Justice Department’s civil rights team.

By David Nakamura

Virginia attorney general launches civil rights probe of Black Army officer’s violent traffic stop

By Laura Vozzella and Justin Jouvenal

Trump gutted Obama-era housing discrimination rules. Biden’s bringing them back.

By Tracy Jan

Knoxville student killed, officer injured after gunfire exchange at high school, officials say

By Laura Meckler

Morning MixStories from all over

Florida man promised immigrants licenses, work permits. Instead, he stole their money and got them deported.

By Katie Shepherd

Before Daunte Wright’s death, a gun-Taser mix-up was blamed for another police killing: Oscar Grant at Fruitvale Station

By Teo Armus

CNN reporter confronted during Minnesota protests in heated on-air interview: ‘Get away from here’

By Jaclyn Peiser

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Voraciously

Every cast-iron pan tells a story

By Emily Heil

‘American Idol’ mystery overshadows show as front-runner drops out with no explanation

By Emily Yahr

Some young women embraced their gray hair during the pandemic. They might not go back.

By Maura Judkis

A cook at a frat house was like a mother to the members. Years later, they paid off her mortgage.

By Sydney Page

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'We are tired of not being heard': Protesters gather for second day after death of Daunte Wright

Protesters clashed with officers in riot gear after curfew in front of the police headquarters in Brooklyn Center, Minn. for a second night.

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POLITICS

An April 1 demonstration at the Arkansas Capitol urging the passage of a hate-crime law. (Sydney Rasch)

Arkansas is set to pass a hate-crime law — but critics call it ‘hate crimes lite’

One of the last three states in the country without a hate-crime law is poised for change.

By Hannah Knowles

The FixAnalysis

Inside Trump’s private, revisionist, grievance-laden speech to the RNC

By Aaron Blake

Power UpAnalysis

No Republicans have yet signed on to a bill targeting Asian hate crimes

By Jacqueline Alemany

The Health 202Analysis

Democrats are torn over how and when to try expanding health coverage

By Paige Winfield Cunningham

Post ReportsPodcast

Tracking down the Capitol rioters

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Following President Biden’s first 100 days

How the president is pursuing his agenda.

By Washington Post Staff

Tracking Biden appointees

President Biden’s transition has been slower than previous ones.

By Harry Stevens and Madison Walls1 hour ago

WORLD

U.N. watchdog cites new evidence linking Syrian army to chemical arms attack in 2018

Syria is accused of using gas after the downing of a Russian jet.

By Joby Warrick

Japan to release Fukushima nuclear plant water into ocean after treatment

The government says the water will have been treated to eliminate dangerous radioactive isotopes but local fishermen and neighboring countries are unhappy.

By Simon Denyer1 hour ago

Rosemarie Santiago sits at home with her son Jericho, who was born while she was incarcerated in Manila. (Hannah Reyes Morales for The Post)

The Philippines’ drug war is putting more pregnant women behind bars. What happens to their children?

By Regine Cabato

BBC received 110,000 complaints over too much Prince Philip coverage — the most in its history

By Jennifer Hassan

Today’s WorldViewAnalysis

Two Andean elections reflect an age of global discontent

By Ishaan Tharoor

Satellites capture dozens of explosive eruptions from La Soufrière volcano on St. Vincent island

By Matthew Cappucci

National

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After falling off the ‘benefits cliff,’ this mom decided to build a child-care safety net

In 2016, Georgia Allen learned she was earning too much to qualify for her child-care benefits. Yet without those benefits, she couldn’t make ends meet. The business she's building aims to solve that problem for other low-income parents.

By Zoe Sullivan

CNN reporter confronted during heated on-air interview at protest

By Jaclyn Peiser

Another gun-Taser mix-up was blamed for a police killing in California

By Teo Armus

Florida man promised immigrants licenses, work permits. Instead, he stole their money and got them deported.

By Katie Shepherd

D.C., MD. & VA.

D.C., Maryland, Virginia put Johnson & Johnson vaccine on hold

The move comes after federal officials warned that six people had developed a rare blood clot after receiving the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine.

By Jenna Portnoy and Rebecca Tan56 minutes ago

Md. lawmakers end session by banning private ICE jails, removing governor from parole decisions

By Ovetta Wiggins and Erin Cox

Vice President Harris on a recent visit to Fibre Space in Alexandria. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

Vice President Harris is making her mark on the D.C.-area crochet scene

The vice president — and her hobby — have inspired a crocheted mural, a crocheted doll and a burgundy hand-dyed yarn.

By Jura Koncius

Ward 8 residents grapple with solutions for rising violence

By Clarence Williams

Slain man’s family outraged after incident involving off-duty officer

By Dan Morse

Capital Weather Gang

D.C.-area forecast: A break in the rain today, showers likely tomorrow

By Matt Rogers

Known coronavirus deaths and cases per 100,000

FAQ: What to know about restrictions and safety

GOING OUT GUIDE

The Kreeger Museum has reopened, with an art exhibition that probes the vestiges of the past

“Traces” features eight very different artists, all connected conceptually.

By Mark Jenkins

What can I do in the D.C. area right now? Festivals, museums and restaurants are coming back.

The coronavirus is still worrisome, but outdoor events are starting up again. Here’s what to know.

By Fritz Hahn

7 local craft shops that will help unleash your creativity

Skip the big-box retailers and head to one of these small, independent stores instead.

By Angela Haupt

REAL ESTATE

Plumbing systems need to breathe in air just like we do

New condos near D.C.’s Logan Circle tout urban lifestyle

3-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in Trinidad neighborhood lists for $399,900

BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

An image of NASA's Ingenuity Helicopter with its blades unlocked. (EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

NASA again postpones historic Ingenuity helicopter flight on Mars

NASA's historic attempt to operate a helicopter on the Red Planet for the first time is postponed. The situation is "fluid."

By Dalvin Brown53 minutes ago

The Technology 202Analysis

Here’s how Silicon Valley is planning its return to the office

The plans of some of the large employers could have far-reaching consequences beyond the tech industry, and also influence the return to work initiatives of smaller companies.

By Cat Zakrzewski

LauncherVideo Game News and Analysis

Investors are flocking to video gaming, but be wary of esports, financial advisers say

There are critical distinctions that make some investment options safer than others. While esports may continue to ascend in popularity and visibility, it remains a high-risk investment with numerous questions yet to be answered.

By Ellen Zavian

The Cybersecurity 202Analysis

U.S. cyber-defenses get ‘modest’ bump in new Biden budget plan

By Tonya Riley

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S&P 4,131.96

Today 0.10%

NASDAQ 13,916.52

Today 0.48%

Health & Science

Analysis

The risk-reward calculus of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, visualized

By Philip Bump

FDA to urge limits on heavy metals in baby foods, starting with arsenic and lead

By Laura Reiley

Tropical Cyclone Seroja flattens Australian town

By Rachel Pannett

Analysis

A quarter of the country won’t get the coronavirus vaccine. Half of them trust Trump’s medical advice.

By Philip Bump

SPORTS

Wizards guard Bradley Beal drives to the basket as Utah's Rudy Gobert defends. (AP)

Wizards continue to thrive against West’s best, snap Utah’s home winning streak at 24

Bradley Beal, supposedly on a minutes restriction, scores 34 points in 37 minutes and Russell Westbrook adds another triple-double to lead Washington to 125-121 win on the road over the team with the NBA's best record.

By Ava Wallace