Ishan Jain
Political news writer covering US policy, Congress, and foreign affairs, with a strong research focus on geopolitics and international trade policy
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Meet the 5 people steering how Trump spends $530M ahead of midterms
Trump skipped the meeting, but his advisers held a second strategy session to coordinate GOP candidates, operations and resources for the midterms
Zohran Mamdani backtracks on vow to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu during NYC visit
Zohran Mamdani said NYC lacks authority to enforce the warrant and urged the federal government to join the ICC and arrest Benjamin Netanyahu
Trump floats FIFA boss Gianni Infantino for UN Secretary-General: 'He can bring people together'
President Donald Trump believes Gianni Infantino is widely respected and has a unique ability to bring people together worldwide
Trump signs off on deal for Saudi Arabia uranium enrichment, raising new nuclear proliferation fears
The deal will undergo a 90-day congressional review, with lawmakers expected to raise concerns over nuclear proliferation and regional security
Federal appeals court upholds Peter Navarro’s convictions for defying Jan 6 committee subpoena
The court found that Peter Navarro failed to provide evidence showing Donald Trump had formally asserted executive privilege
Spanish soccer star mimics Trump's viral dance in front of him during World Cup final celebrations
Mikel Merino was seen imitating Trump's dance just moments after the POTUS and FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the trophy to Rodri
Nancy Mace rules out bid for Lindsey Graham's Senate seat: 'Not chasing another title'
Nancy Mace's exit leaves Darline Graham Nordone, Russell Fry, and Ralph Norman competing for Lindsey Graham's Senate seat in South Carolina
Obama accuses JD Vance of pushing ‘blood and soil’ vision despite marriage to immigrant’s daughter
Barack Obama argued debates over citizenship and belonging still shape US politics during a discussion on Reconstruction
Trump backs new UK PM Andy Burnham, says ‘he’ll be able to do it’ amid Britain's political turmoil
President Donald Trump said he discussed trade, defense, and energy with Prime Minister Andy Burnham during their first leaders' call
Trump suddenly hits Canada with 50% tariffs, without a word of warning to Carney at World Cup final
Trump's proclamations argue that Canada discriminates against American autos, alcohol, and cheese relative to other trading partners
Former ambassador warns Trump any new Iran deal would be violated ‘on day one’
Nathan Sales argued that any future agreement would require the US to offer concessions while receiving promises that Iran would eventually break
Republicans narrow Democrats' lead ahead of 2026 midterms, new poll shows
The poll suggested Democrats benefited from a more energized voter base, while Republican supporters appeared less motivated to turn out
‘I’d be a really good president’: Don Lemon says voters could decide his 2028 White House run
Don Lemon says he would favor a grassroots campaign model and criticizes Donald Trump's economic policies during a podcast appearance
Deadly Jordan missile strike that killed US troops puts base warning systems under scrutiny
Iranian missiles hit Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, killing two US service members as questions grew over whether troops received enough warning
Federal judge blocks Trump administration from revoking billions in grants over policy priorities
US District Judge Indira Talwani ruled that agencies cannot cancel awarded funds based on goals introduced after grants were approved
Trump urges Lindsey Graham's sister Darline to run for full Senate term: 'There'd be nobody better'
On Monday, July 13, South Carolina Gov Henry McMaster tapped Darline Graham Nordone to finish out her brother’s term following a push from Trump
'I'm a songwriter': Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Ashley Webb's debate answer goes viral
Conservatives wasted no time seizing on Ashley Webb's answer to the debate question, 'What qualifications do you have to serve in the US Senate?'
‘American dream came to reality’: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino credits Trump for World Cup success
FIFA President Gianni Infantino highlighted record attendance, global reach and North America’s role in hosting the expanded 48-team tournament
Ilhan Omar faces 'champagne socialist' backlash over campaign spending on luxury hotels, chauffeurs
Rep Ilhan Omar’s campaign records revealed thousands in travel-related expenses, including upscale stays and private transportation services
Trump jokes about pressuring FIFA boss over Balogun’s red card: ‘I’d like to wage a complaint’
Donald Trump described his conversation with Gianni Infantino after Folarin Balogun’s suspension was reversed before the World Cup match