Political Maneuvering Amid Ukraine Policy Changes and Controversies

Plus, the 50-yard field goal phenomenon.  

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On Today’s Episode:

Biden Allows Ukraine to Strike Russia With Long-Range U.S. Missiles, by Adam Entous, Eric Schmitt and Julian E. Barnes

Trump Stands by Defense Pick Who Says Encounter With Woman Was Not Sexual Assault, by Maggie Haberman

Shouting Racial Slurs, Neo-Nazi Marchers Shock Ohio’s Capital, by Michael Corkery

U.S. Opens Investigation Into Killing of Sonya Massey, by Amanda Holpuch

Paramount Takes Promotional Stunt to New Level for ‘Gladiator II,’ by Brooks Barnes

The New Chip Shot in the N.F.L.: 50-Yard Field Goals, by Ben Blatt