The New York Times

1. Spies, Sanctions, Cyberattacks: China and the U.S. Clash Behind the Scenes

   After months of avoiding confrontation, the Trump administration has taken recent steps to call out China on Iran, artificial intelligence and spying.

2. Trump Might Welcome Chinese Investment, but America Is Wary

   A pledge for more Chinese investment could face backlash given longstanding national security concerns in the United States.

3. Inside Jack Schlossberg’s Chaotic Campaign to Revive Camelot

   Erratic behavior and staff turnover have colored Mr. Schlossberg’s bid for a House seat in New York, raising questions about his readiness for office.

4. Strategist Tied to Becerra and Newsom Pleads Guilty in Corruption Case

   Dana Williamson, a former political strategist for Xavier Becerra and a former aide to Gov. Gavin Newsom, appeared in federal court on Thursday.

5. Why the Migrant Child Crisis Is Roiling the California Governor Race

   The Times broke the story that has become a dominant line of attack against Xavier Becerra, the Democratic front-runner. Here are five things to know about it.