Gopika Subramanian
Political news writer covering US politics, policy, and current affairs, with a strong grounding in Political Science and International Relations. Known for sharp analysis, fact-based reporting, and clear breakdowns of complex political developments.
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JD Vance takes a dig at Mamdani in America 250 speech, says ‘small but loud voices’ focus on flaws
JD Vance urged Americans to reject what he described as a 'two-dimensional' view of both their fellow citizens and the country
National Mall evacuated as severe weather disrupts preparations for Trump’s America 250 rally
Storms forced the evacuation of the National Mall ahead of Trump's America 250 celebration in Washington
Video shows patriotic skydiver's Fourth of July jump go wrong after US flag snags tree
Skydiver Ross crashed into a tent near spectators after the American flag he carried caught on a tree during the Folsom Pro Rodeo jump
Mamdani takes aim at Trump’s immigration agenda in July 4 speech from George Washington’s desk
Zohran Mamdani used the July 4 address to defend immigration and urge Americans to reject what he called division
Trump says US gave Iran 'week off' for Khamenei's funeral, claims Tehran is 'dying to settle'
Donald Trump said the US had temporarily eased pressure on Iran for humanitarian reasons, adding that Americans are 'nice people'
Treasury to allow stock donations for Trump accounts, POTUS calls move ‘America first victory’
According to Donald Trump, Americans 'love this idea' because it prioritizes children, rewards success and encourages long-term wealth creation
Gavin Newsom denies Alexis Podesta was in his orbit despite giving her a state job
Gavin Newsom's office rejected claims tying him to FBI informant Alexis Podesta, calling the investigation a 'lawless fishing expedition'
Jesse Watters says Zohran Mamdani’s NYC thermostat advice is ‘how communism starts’
Jesse Watters suggested that a simple appeal to conserve energy could eventually lead to broader government restrictions
Stage collapses during rehearsal for Trump’s Freedom 250 event narrowly missing performers
A section of Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 stage fell during rehearsal, narrowly missing performers days before the July 4 celebration.
Air Force major arrested at Capitol after calling for Trump and JD Vance's impeachment
Jason Watson praised former Congressman Al Green for repeatedly pushing impeachment efforts and urged lawmakers to take similar action against Trump
Trump says Iran conflict is 'not a war per se' but a mission to 'denuke' Tehran
Trump also compared Iran to a 'spoiled child', saying the Middle Eastern nation has had its own way for 47 years
Marco Rubio shows support for USMNT after Balogun's controversial red card rules striker out
Marco Rubio called out FIFA after controversial red card sidelines USMNT star Folarin Balogun
Kash Patel accused of violating STOCK Act over delayed crypto-related investment disclosure
Kash Patel reportedly purchased up to $250,000 worth of MicroStrategy stock in November 2025 and did not disclose it until May 2026
Megyn Kelly backs Trump but says, 'I can't stand' the family's 'grifty' business dealings
Megyn Kelly said Donald Trump remained her preferred candidate even as she criticized his family's business ventures and financial ties
Trump declines to renew USMCA trade deal he once hailed as a landmark achievement
'The United States did not agree to renew the USMCA in its current form. As a result, the USMCA is not renewed,' the US Trade Representative confirmed
Trump jokes he’ll give ‘really long’ July 4 speech despite 107-degree heat
' I'm going to make a really long speech just to show that I can do anything,' Donald Trump said
Trump interacts with AI Theodore Roosevelt, calls former president’s life ‘freakin’ wild’
Donald Trump honored Theodore Roosevelt in North Dakota and even held a conversation with an AI version of the former president
John Fetterman says ‘dirtbag left’ should form its own party after recent election victories
John Fetterman criticized the Democratic Socialists, calling the 'dirtbag left' anti-America after recent primary victories
Trump could mark July 4th with sweeping ‘250 pardons for 250 years’ initiative: Report
According to the report, some advocates of the broad clemency initiative believe it could reinforce the image they describe as 'Trump the merciful'
FBI concludes ransom notes tied to Nancy Guthrie's case were fake: Source
One of the notes reportedly demanded millions of dollars in cryptocurrency, while another claimed Nancy Guthrie had died