About Author
Kunal Dey is senior news writer at news.meaww. He is originally a computer engineer who took a keen interest in US and world politics after Donald Trump’s historic win in 2016. Now based in Bengaluru, India, he tries to bring a fresh perspective to the goings on at Washington, D.C. And when he’s not chasing stories from Capitol Hill, you’ll catch him hitting the gym, taking his car out for a spin, whipping up something tasty in the kitchen, losing himself in a book, or jamming on his guitar.
Area of Interest
Kunal’s been all over election cycles, primaries, campaigns, polls, and consequential moments that shape American politics. His writing delves into everything from libertarian and conservative ideas to liberal perspectives, hoping to give everyone something to think about. In doing that, he hopes to cut through the noise, pulling from a mix of agencies and outlets across the board to keep things balanced and try to make sense of the messy bloodsport that is politics.
Previous Experiences
Kunal has previously been a co-founder of multiple startups in the logistics and software industries respectively, overseeing branding, content, operations and helping improve the overall throughputs of various clients via automation
Latest From Kunal Dey
Charlie Kirk named wife Erika as Turning Point successor in video filmed before his death
In the clip, Charlie Kirk responded to a question about TPUSA's succession plan and said many founder-led movements struggled after leaders departed
Sunny Hostin calls US a ‘failed experiment’ on The View, panel pushes back
The blunt remarks came as the daytime panel discussed patriotism, President Donald Trump, and how Americans should feel heading into the country’s 250th anniversary
FAA gives green light to Trump’s 250-foot 'triumphal arch’ as it likely poses no risk to aviation
The Federal Aviation Administration gave an early thumbs-up to the proposed arch
'Can you imagine?': Trump accuses California of rigging governor primary amid slow vote tally
Speaking at an agriculture policy roundtable in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, Trump tore into California for taking days to report results from this week’s primary elections
Trump could demolish Statue of Liberty if he wants to, DOJ attorney argues in court
President Donald Trump’s sweeping changes to the White House and surrounding landmarks have already stirred backlash from critics, but Friday’s courtroom exchange pushed the debate to another level
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu uses taxpayer funds on armed security for 'transgender period pride' event
Critics have questioned the use of taxpayer-funded resources for the event, particularly as Boston grapples with significant financial challenges
NPR reporter alleges George Santos threatened him with ‘a gun in your face’ during heated call
Bobby Allyn said George Santos's remark seemed bizarre rather than threatening, while Santos denied saying 'gun in your face' and disputed the account
Rep Judy Chu caught flat-footed when Treasury Sec Scott Bessent asks who was president during WWI
The exchange unfolded when Judy Chu was pressing Scott Bessent over Trump's comments tied to the Iran conflict and Americans’ finances
Trump urges Congress to pass NIL regulations for NCAA: ‘Last chance to save college sports’
In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the current landscape as a “total mess” and that “everyone is saying that it must be fixed"
Trump mocks Lincoln Memorial pool revamp critics with bizarre ‘liberal tears’ AI video
The clip shows Trump standing beside the iconic Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, holding a hose and blasting water into the basin
Colorado GOP candidate Victor Marx brings dog into debate when asked if he’s ‘a liar’
The race features two MAGA candidates, including Victor Marx, who currently leads in the polls, and state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer (R), the establishment-backed contender
New York Democrats erase the term ‘mother’ from state law, replace it with ‘gestating parent’
The rewrite pushed by state Democrats replaces traditional family terms in custody, domestic, and education law with gender-neutral alternatives
White House blasts ‘left-wing conspiracies’ about Trump’s health as he returns to Oval Office
The rumors gained traction after journalist Aaron Rupar noted that Trump had not appeared publicly for a week except in a pre-recorded interview
Benjamin Netanyahu downplays Trump’s furious phone call: 'If you think this is a crisis...'
CNBC anchor Sara Eisen didn’t tiptoe around it during Wednesday’s Squawk on the Street interview from Jerusalem, pressing Netanyahu directly on Trump allegedly calling him “f**king crazy” and claiming he would be in jail without his support
Anderson Cooper blasts Trump for going after Kaitlan Collins: ‘That doesn’t happen to men’
Trump was fielding questions when he pivoted mid-answer to go after Collins, who was standing just feet away
Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson draws boos after shutting down ‘USA’ chant at Florida concert
The remarks quickly changed the mood inside the venue. Audience members reportedly responded with boos, and some concertgoers chose to leave before the show ended
Trump tax law delivered $82B in relief to 97% of US tax filers, Treasury says
Data shows millions benefited from new tax breaks, with workers claiming the no-tax-on-tips deduction reducing taxable income by an average of $7,000
Trump once refused to endorse South Dakota’s ‘jerk’ Sen Mike Rounds again, but he’s changed his mind
Donald Trump once called Mike Rounds a 'jerk' and vowed never to endorse him after the senator rejected claims that the 2020 election was stolen
Jill Biden regrets staying silent on Hunter Biden’s addiction: 'I think we were partly in denial'
Jill Biden said Hunter has been sober for years, expressed regret over staying silent about his addiction, and hopes sharing his story helps others
'Our whole life changed': Jill admits Biden couldn't have served a second term after cancer diagnosis
Jill Biden defended Joe Biden’s 2024 campaign but said his cancer diagnosis changed her view, admitting he likely could not have served another term