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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Newsom accuses Trump of ‘lying to Americans’ over claims California voting system is rigged
Gavin Newsom fired back after Trump claimed California has no voting booths
Trump blasts Iran conflict coverage, says US media would credit Tehran even in defeat
'If Iran waves the white flag, we give up, New York Times will say, 'Iran has fought bravely and defeated the United States!' Trump said
CNN panel’s Freedom 250 debate turns heated as guest claims Trump policies ‘killed people’
A CNN discussion on Freedom 250 artist withdrawals quickly escalated into a fierce debate over Trump
Iran missile strike injures five Americans, damages two MQ-9 Reaper drones at Kuwait base: Report
Iran fired missiles after the US downed drones over the Strait of Hormuz and struck a military site in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran
Trump rips James Talarico over gender remarks, backs Ken Paxton in Texas showdown
Donald Trump blasted Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico while endorsing Ken Paxton and reviving debate over the Democrat's past remarks
Skeletal remains found near Nancy Guthrie’s Arizona home are up to 1,000 years old, expert says
Experts say remains found near Nancy Guthrie’s home belong to an ancient Native American burial site dating back centuries
Ilhan Omar files for reelection as Nancy Mace pushes natural-born citizen proposal
Ilhan Omar has filed for reelection as Nancy Mace ramps up her push to limit federal offices to natural-born citizens
Sean Duffy says driver in Virginia bus crash that killed 5 did not meet federal language rules
Duffy confirmed that the Department of Transportation had launched a review into licensing records and the driver’s history
Adam Smith says ‘the only thing’ he wants from Jill Biden is an apology
Adam Smith called Jill Biden’s remarks 'sad and dishonest,' pointing to what he described as contradictions in her statements
Bret Michaels exits Freedom 250 event citing safety threats to band and family
In his Instagram post, Bret Michaels noted that the event had 'evolved into something much more divisive than what I agreed to be a part of'
JD Vance says US, Iran making progress on deal but still ‘going back and forth’ on ‘nuclear stuff’
JD Vance avoided giving direct answers about whether Iran had agreed to remove enriched uranium from the country as part of the latest proposal
White House launches ‘aliens’ website comparing undocumented immigrants to extraterrestrials
The White House launched a sci-fi styled 'aliens' website using ICE arrest data and immigration enforcement statistics
Conan O’Brien mocks Trump administration over Harvard visa crackdown during graduation speech
Conan O’Brien roasted Donald Trump, Harvard lawsuits and foreign student policies during a joke-filled commencement speech
Markwayne Mullin says ICE detainees can 'go back to their country' over demands for 'ethnic food'
Markwayne Mullin added that the facility was providing enough calories and insisted, 'This isn’t Holiday Inn'
Kathy Hochul’s ‘1993 Championship team’ jab at Trump backfires in Knicks NBA blunder
New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s claim about a 1993 Knicks title during a jab at Donald Trump sparked confusion over NBA history facts
California lawmaker flags alleged double ballots as Gavin Newsom tightens election rules
A California lawmaker shared images of alleged duplicate ballots mailed to one voter, reigniting debate over election procedures ahead of the primary
Trump says Delaney Hall protesters are ‘paid for’ amid ongoing clashes outside NJ ICE facility
Donald Trump defended the facility and claimed the administration operated 'the finest facilities anywhere in the world of their type'
Trump maintains undefeated 118-0 endorsement streak in 2026 GOP primary races
Donald Trump’s allies warned Republicans that opposing his America First agenda could cost elections as his grip on the GOP grows
Savannah Guthrie ‘paying whatever it takes’ as she hires private investigators to find mother Nancy
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said DNA analysis of blood found on Nancy Guthrie’s property could provide a major breakthrough
Rosie O’Donnell says losing 50 pounds on Mounjaro triggered ‘feminist crisis’ before facelift
Rosie O’Donnell said weight loss and Mounjaro changed her face so dramatically that she struggled with her reflection in the mirror