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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Trump sued over Kennedy Center renaming as lawyers cite major financial and cultural damage
Donald Trump is facing a federal lawsuit over the Kennedy Center renaming, with lawyers warning the damages go far beyond new signage.
Renee Nicole Good lawyer raises alarms over DOJ handling of ICE shooting investigation
DOJ handling of Renee Nicole Good’s death was questioned after Jonathan Ross killed her, sparking protests and calls for Kristi Noem’s resignation
Trump mocks Emmanuel Macron’s sunglasses during Davos speech, draws laughs from audience
Donald Trump joked about Emmanuel Macron’s aviator sunglasses at the World Economic Forum, drawing laughter and widespread attention in Davos
Trump tells WEF 2020 election was rigged, says ‘people will soon be prosecuted’
President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum that the 2020 US election was rigged and warned that prosecutions linked to it are coming
WEF venue evacuated in Davos after mysterious odor triggers coughing scare
A mysterious odor forced an evacuation at the World Economic Forum after attendees began coughing, with officials unable to identify the source
Taylor Swift called Justin Baldoni ‘b***h’ with ‘tiny violin’ in text to Blake Lively, legal docs reveal
Blake Lively allegedly asked Taylor Swift to endorse her 'It Ends With Us' script in April 2023 without reading it, Justin Baldoni’s lawyers claimed
Melania Trump takes over Las Vegas Sphere to unveil her documentary
The documentary followed Melania Trump during the opening weeks of 2025, a pivotal period as the Trump family prepared for a return to the White House
‘No Kings’ sign spotted in Davos ahead of Trump’s WEF address sparks backlash
A glowing ‘No Kings’ sign appeared above Davos a day before President Donald Trump’s World Economic Forum address
Trump floats replacing United Nations with new ‘Board of Peace,’ says ‘they failed to stop wars’
Donald Trump said his 'Board of Peace' might replace the United Nations, arguing current global systems have failed to stop wars
Iran warns US of retaliation if Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is targeted: ‘We will set their world on fire’
Iran warned the US that targeting Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would trigger 'devastating retaliation' after remarks by Donald Trump
Biden urges US to honor Martin Luther King Jr Day with 'love and light over division and hate'
Joe Biden's MLK Day call for unity and service stood in contrast with Donald Trump’s delayed recognition of the holiday
Trump recognizes MLK Day after hours of election fraud posts and ICE raid updates
The proclamation appeared on the White House website just before 6 pm ET on Monday, following criticism over Trump’s silence earlier in the day
‘I’m just the journalist’: Don Lemon defends his presence at anti-ICE church protest
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon defended his presence at a Minneapolis anti-ICE church protest, saying he acted as a journalist, not an agitator
Brooklyn Beckham won't reconcile with parents, claims they tried to ruin marriage to Nicola Peltz
Brooklyn Beckham accuses his parents of press manipulation and being concerned about 'Brand Beckham' first
Erika Kirk demands speedy trial in Charlie Kirk's case, accuses Tyler Robinson defense of delay
Erika Kirk has watched the Charlie Kirk assassination case stall as the defense team files motions that critics say have little bearing on the central charges
Gavin Newsom struggles as Ben Shapiro asks 'whether boys can become girls'
Gavin Newsom stumbled and appeared to deflect as Ben Shapiro pressed him on gender, exposing political discomfort on a divisive issue
Trump spotted waving bruised hand at meeting with CBS executives
The White House explained that the bruising resulted from frequent handshakes and aspirin use, though speculation persisted
Melania Trump warns students against using AI shortcuts: 'Never surrender your thinking'
'Although artificial intelligence can generate images and information, only humans can generate meaning and purpose,' Melania Trump said
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls Trump a ‘criminal’ as Iran blames US for deadly protests
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blamed Donald Trump for deadly protests, accusing the United States of orchestrating unrest that killed thousands
Barack Obama’s loving birthday note to Michelle melts hearts as she turns 62
Michelle Obama turned 62 on Saturday as her husband, former president Barack Obama, marked the occasion publicly with a loving message