The New York Times

1. Justice Dept. Is Said to Open Criminal Inquiry of E. Jean Carroll, Who Accused Trump of Rape

   Ms. Carroll, who prevailed in a civil trial after accusing President Trump of sexual abuse, is the latest target in a Justice Department campaign going after his perceived enemies.

2. Trump Says He Feels No Political Pressure to Make an Iran Deal

   President Trump held out hope for a peace agreement, but said high oil prices would not force his hand.

3. Cornyn’s Defeat in Texas Runoff Underscores Trump's Grip on the G.O.P.

   Senator John Cornyn lost to his MAGA-aligned challenger, Ken Paxton, by 28 percentage points. It was a historically poor showing.

4. Meeting Voters, a Republican Tries to Outrun His Party’s Woes

   Representative Mike Flood of Nebraska is still meeting with constituents long after most G.O.P. members of Congress have concluded it is too politically dangerous to do so.

5. James Talarico Opens Texas Senate Campaign Against Ken Paxton With Houston Rally

   Personal attacks and a packed campaign rally set the tone for what is likely to be a rancorous contest for U.S. Senate between James Talarico and Ken Paxton in Texas.