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.
Latest From Gopika Subramanian
Sunny Hostin slams Trump for ‘smirking’ after UFC fighter Josh Hokit's Michelle Obama remark
Sunny Hostin said Donald Trump's apparent reaction was 'beneath the dignity of the American people'
Kennedy Center launches Trump endowment fund days after removing his name from building
The fund is intended to recognize Trump's 'significant contributions and dedication' to the Kennedy Center
Trump jokes White House UFC night was ‘more important than the World Cup’
During a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday, June 15, Trump reflected on the UFC card held at the White House the night before
Laura Ingraham presses John Fetterman on whether he would campaign for Susan Collins
The exchange followed John Fetterman's blistering criticism of Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine
Melinda French Gates says Jeffrey Epstein ‘could have been stopped’ after Bill Gates testimony
Melinda French Gates criticized the justice system's handling of Jeffrey Epstein in a new interview
‘Take it down!’ crowd chants as court rejects bid to keep Trump’s name on Kennedy Center
An appeals court denied an emergency request to halt the removal of Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center
Texas GOP convention stunned as elephant urinates moments after Gov Greg Abbott's speech
As the elephant walked through an aisle separating the press area and state delegates, she suddenly stopped and began urinating on the floor
Elon Musk’s trillionaire status sparks backlash from Democrats calling for taxing the ultra-rich
Progressives targeted Musk after SpaceX IPO made him the world’s first trillionaire
Jim Cramer mocks Trump as a ‘highly emotional man running the military’ amid Iran war concerns
Before criticizing Trump directly, Jim Cramer spent several minutes explaining how higher energy prices were affecting ordinary Americans
Trump gets candid about turning 80: ‘It’s not a number I like’
Donald Trump, the oldest person ever elected president of the US, will turn 80 on Sunday, June 14
Karen Bass dodges questions after brother sues Los Angeles over Palisades Fire losses
Karen Bass repeatedly refused to discuss a lawsuit filed by her brother over losses suffered in the devastating Palisades Fire
Nancy Mace jokes her ‘revenge’ on Trump is joining unemployment line after crushing primary loss
Nancy Mace joked that Trump ‘ended’ her political career after South Carolina primary defeat
Kaitlan Collins says MAGA supporters don’t realize Trump ‘seeks validation’ from mainstream media
Kaitlan Collins says Donald Trump privately seeks approval from the media outlets many of his supporters criticize
Trump says Tulsi Gabbard’s replacement will gut ODNI before new chief is named
Trump defended appointing housing chief Bill Pulte as Acting DNI, saying his intelligence experience matters less than being 'smart'
Knicks fans burn sage outside MSG after blaming Trump for Finals loss
The president himself appeared unfazed by criticism following his Game 3 appearance
Meghan McCain calls Jimmy Kimmel ‘mean’ and ‘heartless’ over Spencer Pratt jokes
Meghan McCain blasted Jimmy Kimmel after he mocked Spencer Pratt's failed Los Angeles mayoral campaign
Trump claims pressure pushed Steve Hilton into California governor runoff
Donald Trump said his public criticism sped up California vote counting and helped Steve Hilton move ahead in the race
John Rich named Trump’s Special Envoy for American Landowners
Country music star John Rich has joined Donald Trump's administration in a new landowners advocacy role
Jon Stewart mocks Trump over NBC interview walkout, calls it his 'worst nightmare'
Jon Stewart argued that Donald Trump did not leave due to distraction but because he was challenged directly
Kennedy Center removes Trump name from website, building signage remains
Kennedy Center staff were ordered to stop using the Trump-era name and update all documents, signage, and website materials by June 12, 2026