The New York Times

1. Virginia Court Strikes Down Redistricted Voting Map in a Huge Blow to Democrats

   The decision is a major victory for Republicans, wiping away a measure approved by voters to allow Democrats to gain as many as four House seats in the midterms.

2. 4 Takeaways From the Virginia Supreme Court Gerrymandering Decision

   The ruling was a major lift to the G.O.P. efforts to build a structural advantage through redistricting.

3. Trump Gave Out a No-Bid Contract to Turn D.C.’s Reflecting Pool Blue

   President Trump handpicked a firm he said had worked on his swimming pool to repair the iconic site near the Lincoln Memorial.

4. Emirates Doubles Down on U.S. and Israeli Ties Amid Iran War

   The United Arab Emirates has borne the brunt of Iranian attacks throughout the war, hardening the government’s resolve to reassess its list of friends and foes.

5. Iran Says It Seized Oil Tanker Listed by U.S. as Sanctions Violator

   A maritime tracking company said the move was likely performative, given the Chinese-owned ship has an “established history within the Iranian trade ecosystem.”