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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Kid Rock hits back at Conan O’Brien’s Oscars jab, says the joke was 'not a very good one'
O’Brien’s remark referenced the controversial TPUSA alternative Super Bowl halftime event headlined by Kid Rock.
Megyn Kelly slams Mark Levin as ‘all bark and no bite’ amid escalating feud over Trump
The Megyn Kelly–Mark Levin clash, already drawing widespread attention, intensified after Trump publicly praised Levin.
Mark Levin hails Trump’s ‘steady hand’ after president backs him in Megyn Kelly feud
Mark Levin expressed gratitude in a message responding to Donald Trump’s support for him.
Schumer calls Trump-backed SAVE Act ‘despicable,’ accuses him of trying to ‘cheat’ in midterms
Chuck Schumer accused Trump of pushing the legislation not to improve election integrity, but to gain a political advantage.
Jane Fonda jabs at Barbra Streisand’s Oscars tribute to Robert Redford: 'She made 1 movie, I made 4'
Jane Fonda is raising eyebrows after publicly questioning why Barbra Streisand was chosen to honor late Robert Redford during the Academy Awards.
'We are extremely upset': The Academy issues apology after security 'shoves' Teyana Taylor at Oscars
In a statement released after the incident, the Academy regretted that Teyana Taylor's Oscars experience ended on a bitter note.
Iran’s IRGC vows to ‘pursue and kill’ Netanyahu after Israel dismisses assassination rumors
The IRGC accused Netanyahu of being responsible for the war and called him a 'criminal' in statements carried by regional media.
Trump awards Medal of Honor to fallen hero Michael H Ollis; parents honor his sacrifice
At a White House ceremony, Trump posthumously recognized Michael H Ollis’ bravery, honoring the soldier who saved a fellow servicemember
Trump withholds endorsement in tight Texas Senate race, says SAVE Act is ‘X factor’
Trump said he is undecided on the endorsement, explaining that he wants to see how Republican lawmakers handle the proposed SAVE America Act.
Trump plans underground White House facility to modernize visitor security
The 33,000-sq-ft Sherman Park facility would replace temporary screening areas and improve the experience for White House visitors
'Betrayal of every fan in America': Elizabeth Warren blames Trump for inflated Taylor Swift tickets
Warren called out the 2010 merger between Live Nation and Ticketmaster, which created a dominant player in the live entertainment industry.
Trump tells Jake Paul about Butler assassination attempt, recalls ear injury as ‘a bloody mess’
Trump describes the moment gunfire erupted at his 2024 Pennsylvania rally, explaining the throbbing pain and heavy bleeding after the shot struck his ear
Heartbroken Ohio mom recalls moment officers arrived with news son Tyler Simmons died in Iraq crash
Air National Guard airman Tyler Simmons was among six killed in a US refueling aircraft crash in Iraq during operations tied to the Iran conflict
Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump no longer deserves Nobel Peace Prize: 'Absolutely not'
In an interview discussing the Iran war, Greene said that Trump has failed to live up to the promise of being the "president of peace."
NYC Quds Day speakers back Iran regime, chant ‘shame USA’ at Times Square rally
Speakers at the Times Square rally backed Tehran’s government and lambasted US and Israeli policies amid broader Quds Day protests nationwide
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel opens talks with Trump administration amid crippling fuel shortages
Cuba’s energy crisis deepens as US oil restrictions hit hospitals, transport, and daily life, prompting Diaz-Canel to seek solutions with Washington
Rebecca Gayheart recalls final conversation with Eric Dane as actor used AI to restore voice
Losing his ability to speak was especially difficult for Eric Dane in the later stages of ALS.
‘Has Trump been to a grocery store in 30 years?’: MTG backs Thomas Massie after Kentucky criticism
Donald Trump called Thomas Massie 'disloyal' at a Kentucky rally and urged voters to oust him after Massie backed an Iran war powers resolution
51% American voters approve of Trump's military action to stop Iran nuclear threat: Poll
Support is overwhelming among Republicans, with 86% approving of Donald Trump's decision to use military action against Iran
US burns through years of munitions in early weeks of Iran war
Heavy Tomahawk, interceptor, and precision weapon use has driven steep munitions costs and prompted talks on rebuilding US stockpiles