Deepanjali Sharma
Deepanjali Sharma is a Political News Writer at MEAWW, where she reports on US politics, policy debates, and key developments shaping global affairs.
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DC Guard shooting suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal may face death penalty after feds file new charges
Attorney Jeanine Pirro said transferring Lakanwal’s case to federal court ensured a thorough review of whether the death penalty was appropriate
Trump DOJ rebukes reporter challenging release of disputed Epstein letter
'Because the law requires us to release all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein in our possession so that’s what we are doing, you dope,' DOJ said
Federal judge upholds Trump’s $100K H‑1B visa fee despite business group challenge
The US Chamber of Commerce and the Association of American Universities argued that the fee was unlawful, but Judge Beryl Howell dismissed their case
Democrats press Trump to drop DHS rule restricting green cards over public aid use
Lawmakers warned that without clear definitions, the rule could penalize lawful program users and lead officers to apply inconsistent standards
Gavin Newsom and JD Vance emerge as early frontrunners in wide open 2028 race: Poll
A CNN survey for the 2028 presidential race showed Republicans rallying behind JD Vance at 11%, while Gavin Newsom led Democrats with just 6% support
Democrats warn of shutdown risk as Trump clash stalls funding talks
Democratic lawmakers said that negotiations stalled after Trump moved to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado
Chuck Schumer's resolution targets DOJ over incomplete Jeffrey Epstein records
Schumer said that he was 'introducing a resolution directing the Senate to initiate legal action against DOJ for its blatant disregard of the law'
DHS triples self-deportation bonus to $3,000 for year-end departures
Using the rebranded CBP Home app, undocumented migrants can log their intent to leave and secure government-funded airfare
Chris Christie says Trump’s ‘strange week’ of controversies is damaging his image
Chris Christie said Donald Trump had a 'pretty strange' week, criticizing his social media posts, a naming move, and a confrontational TV speech
CNN panel pushes back on Scott Jennings’ claim of Trump’s GOP strength: ‘He has fallen back’
Scott Jennings said Donald Trump is strongest in the GOP, but Kasie Hunt and Kate Bedingfield cited polling and party fights to dispute his claim
Artist pulls Kennedy Center show after board approves Trump name addition
The Kennedy Center board’s decision to add President Donald Trump’s name prompted Kristy Lee and other performers to reconsider scheduled shows
Justice Department to continue redacting Epstein documents amid scrutiny over missing files
The DOJ said it will continue reviewing Jeffrey Epstein files, acknowledging errors as lawmakers question compliance with the Transparency Act
Tim Dillon questions Erika Kirk backing JD Vance just months after husband’s killing
Tim Dillon called Erika Kirk's JD Vance endorsement 'weird and uncomfortable', adding, 'It's weird that that's where her head is at'
Kayleigh McEnany urges Republicans to avoid early endorsements, back 2028 primary contest
Kayleigh McEnany said that a competitive primary would strengthen the nominee as Republicans considered succession plans following Trump’s second term
Elon Musk becomes richest ever with $700B after court restores Tesla compensation package
Elon Musk’s wealth reached a record $749 billion, nearly $500 billion above Larry Page, backed by shareholder confidence in his AI and robotics vision
Bowen Yang confirms sudden exit from 'Saturday Night Live': 'I am grateful for every minute'
Bowen Yang credited Lorne Michaels with setting high standards and fostering a creative environment that shaped his career
DOJ Epstein files include photo of Prince Andrew reclining on women’s laps
An undated image showed Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor in a black‑tie attire, reclining on women’s laps and smiling as Ghislaine Maxwell stood behind him
Trump secures new 'Most Favored Nation' deals with 9 global pharmaceutical companies
Pharma firms pledged $150 billion in investment and in return secured a three‑year reprieve from import tariffs to boost domestic production capacity
House Democrats weigh legal action after DOJ allegedly stalls full Epstein files release
Todd Blanche defended the DOJ’s staggered release plan for the Epstein files as he cited overwhelming volume of records
Nick Reiner’s schizophrenia diagnosis preceded parents’ deaths, sources say
Reports indicated that Nick Reiner struggled with addiction and was reportedly diagnosed with schizophrenia weeks before the killings