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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US used tomahawks, HIMARS, standoff weapons and drones to attack Iran, defense official reveals
In addition to offensive capabilities, the War Department activated several air defense systems to protect US assets and allied positions
Ben Shapiro slams Kamala Harris for saying Trump's Iran attack wasn't 'the way to dismantle threat'
For those who back the Iran strikes, the operation represents a necessary show of strength after years of what they view as failed engagement
Jeb Bush praises Trump’s Iran strikes, says ‘This is their time to take their great country back’
Jeb Bush and UANI praised Trump’s Iran strikes as historic, urging Iranian people to seize a moment they say could end Tehran’s reign
White House releases photos of Trump, Rubio, Vance monitoring Iran strikes
Photos show Trump and senior aides tracking joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran, with Vance and others coordinating in the Situation Room
US-Israeli strikes launched during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s top leadership meeting, sources say
US officials said Israel and the United States struck as Ayatollah Ali Khamenei met Ali Shamkhani and Ali Larijani, killing key aides
RFK Jr presses Joe Rogan over criticism of ICE, slams media narrative
RFK Jr maintained that ICE was not 'just randomly searching restaurants', pushing back against narratives that painted the agency as heavy-handed
Trump says he’s 'thinking about' Ted Cruz for Supreme Court, jokes would get unanimous approval
Trump praised Cruz’s talent and tenacity during a Texas speech, teasing a Supreme Court nomination with bipartisan appeal
'Hamburgers for all': Trump treats supporters during Corpus Christi rally stop
At a Corpus Christi rally stop, Trump delighted supporters by buying burgers and interacting with diners inside Whataburger
Kamala Harris endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate primary
Kamala Harris praised Jasmine Crockett, arguing that she has the record to hold Donald Trump and his wealthy allies accountable
Biden gives three-word reply after woman confronts him about Gaza deaths on flight
The woman raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, telling him that children there were dying every day and urging action
Neil Sedaka, singer of 'Breaking Up Is Hard to Do' and 'Oh! Carol', dies at 86
Neil Sedaka, nominated for five Grammy Awards, delivered several hits, including 'Calendar Girl' and 'Bad Blood', throughout the 1960s and ’70s
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's son removes dad's last name in credits of new film
The 24-year-old, born Maddox Chivan Jolie-Pitt, is credited simply as Maddox Jolie in his new film 'Couture, where he worked as an assistant director
Nancy Guthrie neighbors’ Ring camera captures vehicles on possible abduction route
Surveillance from a Tucson neighborhood captures 12 cars on a back road hours before Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance
CNBC expert tells ‘The View’ the market ‘likes who’s president’ after panel questions Trump policies
Sara Eisen found herself fielding rapid-fire questions after offering a perspective that didn’t align with the panel’s narrative
Savannah Guthrie plans return to 'Today' after mother Nancy's abduction: Source
While one insider said she would remain with NBC, Savannah Guthrie's exact role upon returning was still unclear, given the situation
Bill O’Reilly says DOJ should probe and ‘charge’ Robert De Niro over Trump remarks: ‘It’s a crime’
Bill O’Reilly cited US Code 871, saying Robert De Niro’s remarks about President Donald Trump should have triggered Secret Service scrutiny
Hilary Knight says Trump’s ‘distasteful’ joke resulted in ‘quick lapse’ by US men’s hockey team
While the men’s team laughed at Trump’s joke, Hilary Knight emphasized it unfairly drew attention away from the women’s achievements
Justin Trudeau’s son Xavier opens up about dad’s romance with Katy Perry: 'She is cool'
Xavier Trudeau said Katy Perry spoke with him for hours about his music, offering advice as he builds his R&B career under the name Xav
Robert De Niro lashes out at America, says he feels ‘betrayed’ at ‘State of the Swamp’ event
Robert De Niro criticized the nation’s leadership and values, questioning whether he can still support a country facing violence and inequality
CNN's Harry Enten reveals Dems outvoting Republicans in Texas primaries has left him ‘mind blown’
In past midterms, the party with higher primary turnout often won control of the House, which Republicans currently hold by a slim margin