Kunal Dey

About Author

Kunal Dey, a senior news writer at news.meaww, is a computer engineer turned political observer based in Bengaluru, India. His journey into the political realm was sparked by the seismic impact of Donald Trump's historic triumph in 2016. With a background in science and technology, Kunal brings a unique perspective to his coverage of US and world politics. When he isn't covering the goings on in Capitol Hill, Kunal enjoys driving cars, lifting weights, immersing himself in literature, culinary exploits, and serenading the strings of his guitar.

Area of Interest

Kunal has extensively covered election cycles, polls, primaries, campaigns, and pivotal events shaping the American political landscape. His writings delve into a wide spectrum of political ideologies, addressing libertarian, conservative, and liberal viewpoints. Kunal navigates the complex world of political information, ensuring a balanced understanding by drawing insights from diverse media outlets and publications across the political spectrum.

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

'Doesn't make it right': John Kirby slammed for comparing Israeli airstrike on civilians to US bombings in Iraq and Afghanistan

Addressing the press on Tuesday, May 28, John Kirby acknowledged the tragic loss of life but contextualized it within the broader scope of military operations

May 28

'Beyond despotic': MAGA supporters ripped as Stormy Daniels reveals disturbing threats she received amid Donald Trump's hush money trial

Stormy Daniels recently revealed how the intensity of the abuse she received from Donald Trump's supporters escalated due to the hush money case

May 28

Joe Biden trolled after he reverses ban and allows Knights of Columbus to hold Memorial Day mass at national cemetery

Joe Biden was sued after The Knights of Columbus were denied a permit by the NPS to hold a Memorial Day mass

May 28

Here's what Trump might have to deal with if convicted but spared jail time in hush money case

If Trump is convicted in New York, a more probable outcome, according to legal experts, is probation and community service rather than jail time

May 28

Biden primary challenger Dean Phillips claims hush money case against Trump has 'backfired', Internet calls it 'election interference'

The case in question involves Donald Trump facing 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels

May 28

Here's why Allen Weisselberg, who allegedly witnessed Trump and Cohen plan $420,000 payment, didn't testify at hush money trial

Allen Weisselberg's absence has been a point of contention and speculation as the trial moves toward closing arguments, expected as early as Tuesday, May 28

May 27

6 ways Kamala Harris is rebooting her image as Joe Biden hints at her becoming president

The upcoming months are crucial for Kamala Harris as she strives to enhance her public perception and lay the groundwork for a potential presidential run

May 27

Pete Buttigieg blames climate change for rise in flight turbulences, Internet says 'typical DEI hire'

In an appearance on 'Face the Nation', Buttigieg insisted that the effects of climate change are already impacting the transportation sector

May 27

John Fetterman praised for helping Pennsylvania dad Bryan Hagerich return home after he was detained in Turks and Caicos

John Fetterman took credit for securing the release of Bryan Hagerich who was arrested after authorities discovered stray ammunition in his luggage

May 27

Biden skewered as his campaign mulls 'Convicted Felon Donald Trump' nickname ahead of hush money verdict

The impending verdict has intensified political tensions, with both Biden’s and Trump’s teams preparing for all possible outcomes

May 26

RFK Jr loses Libertarian presidential nomination just hours after accepting bid, trolls say 'that’s gonna leave a mark'

Robert Kennedy Jr unexpectedly received the Libertarian presidential nomination from the convention floor by a delegate

May 26

'What a hateful little man': George Conway trolled for accusing Trump of 'moral depravity' over Mar-a-Lago raid claims

George Conway characterized Trump's recent claims about the raid as emblematic of his 'moral depravity' and decried accusations against FBI

May 26

'Just go away': Hillary Clinton trolled for slamming Democrats over abortion while praising Republicans' strategy

Hillary Clinton argued that Democrats failed to codify abortion rights into federal law, despite controlling the Senate, because they believed these rights were never at risk

May 26

'Funny how fascism works': Bob Menendez corruption trial sparks outrage as judge rules prosecutors can't present 'critical' evidence

This ruling hampered the prosecution's case, as it barred them from presenting key communications between Menendez, his wife, and Egyptian officials

May 26

'I don’t believe this for a second': Uproar as report declares new top contender for Donald Trump's VP pick

This comes as Donald Trump's vice-presidential options are becoming clearer, according to three individuals familiar with the former President's thinking

May 26

Biden sparks mockery for asking audience to applaud during West Point speech, Internet reminded of Jeb Bush’s ‘Please clap’ moment

The incident, which quickly went viral, saw Joe Biden prompting the crowd to applaud a line he had hoped would be inspirational

May 25

'They're cowards': MAGA trolled after Trump campaign complains of 'critical flaw' in RNC convention security in letter to Secret Service

The venue reportedly serves as a natural congregation point, raising concerns about attendees' safety if the park is not adequately secured

May 23

'Just like he did with Afghanistan': Internet shreds Joe Biden for claiming 'we leave no veteran behind'

Critics, including veterans, politicians, and citizens, condemned Joe Biden's statement as disconnected from the reality faced by many veterans

May 23

'They promised him jello': Biden trolled as he rebukes reporter for asking multiple questions and complains press 'never keep the deal'

Biden expressed frustration when a journalist asked him a second question, prompting him to criticize the White House corps for not adhering to agreed-upon protocols

May 23

'Like father, like son': Hunter Biden slammed for blaming missing handgun on Mexican workers, calling them 'shady' and 'illegal'

A 2018 police report documents Hunter Biden's controversial comments and actions following the disappearance of his Colt Cobra .38 handgun

May 23

Tiffany Trump's husband Michael Boulos helps father-in-law Donald Trump court Arab-Americans angry with Biden over Gaza

Michael and his billionaire Lebanese father, Massad Boulos, are leveraging their Middle Eastern backgrounds to court Arab-American voters for Trump

May 23

'That's a good law': Joe Biden trolled as he butchers name of 2022 law in latest gaffe

The act, aimed at aiding veterans exposed to toxic substances, became the focus of attention when Joe Biden struggled to pronounce its name correctly

May 23

'Most corrupt family in America': Bidens slammed as texts suggest Hunter arranged meeting between father, uncle and Chinese executive

The revelation has reignited discussions and controversy over the Biden family's business dealings and their potential implications

May 23

'Will be used against Trump': Joe Biden slammed as White House scoffs at bipartisan ethics bill aimed at presidents and vice presidents

The White House swiftly dismissed the proposal, asserting President Joe Biden's adherence to stringent ethical standards already in place

May 22

Jury instructions in Trump trial: 5 key details as defense rests its case, closing arguments next week

Donald Trump is facing 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a $130K payment to Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election

May 22

'Daddy is going down': Don Jr faces online mockery as he blames 'clown' jurors for Trump not testifying in court

The trial centers on allegations that Donald Trump created false business records to cover up a hush money payment related to an alleged affair

May 22

'Complete sham': Judge Juan Merchan draws flak for curbing Trump's defense by limiting testimony of election law expert

Trump's legal team faced a setback when Judge Juan Merchan restricted the scope of testimony from a former Federal Election Commission (FEC) commissioner

May 22

‘It’s not going to happen’: Trump shakes head as hush money trial judge reprimands his lawyer for repeating rejected argument

Trump's lawyer tried to persuade the court that the ex-prez had acted on legal advice from Michael Cohen

May 21

'Keeping it in the family': Hunter Biden trolled as ex-wife and sister-in-law-turned-lover set to testify about his addiction in gun trial

Prosecutors allege that Hunter Biden falsely claimed on a federal background check form that he was not an addict when he bought a firearm on October 12, 2018

May 21

Black voters slam Biden for 'race baiting' in Morehouse address amid declining support ahead of elections

Joe Biden faces criticism from parts of the Black community, accusing him of 'race baiting' as his backing from Black voters declines ahead of November elections

May 21

'Lost in the sauce': Biden trolled as he mistakes audience member for Hamas-held hostage in latest gaffe

Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old Israeli American, has been held hostage since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7

May 21

Donald Trump's hush money trial unveils blackmail episode involving his daughter Tiffany Trump

Donald Trump's attorney Todd Blanche pressed key witness Michael Cohen about the alleged extortion attempt involving Tiffany Trump, just weeks before the 2016 election

May 21

Internet outraged as Trump intends to sue 'The Apprentice' movie producers over controversial scene involving late ex-wife Ivana

'The Apprentice', directed by Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi, depicts the rise of Donald Trump in New York's high society during the 1970s and 1980s

May 21

Judge Merchan labeled 'crooked as hell' after expelling jury to admonish Trump witness Bob Costello in courtroom outburst

Shortly after Costello began testifying, Judge Merchan rebuked him for audibly reacting and expressing frustration in response to objections

May 20

5 things jurors could question in hush-money trial: From Michael Cohen’s secret recording to Trump’s role

Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan has instructed both sides to prepare for closing arguments, which may occur as soon as Tuesday

May 20

'She needs to go': Judge Aileen Cannon slammed for saying she's 'disappointed' with Jack Smith's motions in Trump documents case

Aileen Cannon issued a stern rebuke to Department of Justice (DOJ) special counsel Jack Smith and his team of prosecutors in Donald Trump's case

May 20

'He did it to himself': Hunter Biden ridiculed as he prepares to take on Fox News for 'dehumanizing' him in high-stakes legal battle

Hunter Biden noted he will soon slap Fox News with a lawsuit over its dehumanizing behavior, highlighting the channel's repeated use of his leaked images

May 20

'People are waking up': Biden's Morehouse College speech offers a glimpse of his political problems ahead of November election

Morehouse, a historically Black college, became the site of an intersection between Joe Biden’s policies and a demographic whose support he needs

May 19

'Awful human being and race baiter': Biden slammed after asking NAACP crowd what Trump would have done if Jan 6 rioters were Black

Addressing a crowd of approximately 5,000 attendees, Joe Biden posed a provocative question that drew gasps from the audience

May 19

'They elevate criminals': Georgia Republicans slammed for electing Jan 6 rally organizer Amy Kremer to RNC

Kremer secured one of the two RNC seats in a split decision at the party's convention and incumbent Committeeman Jason Thompson was also retained

May 19

'What, no drag queen story hour?' Jill Biden trolled after claiming Trump would 'destroy' public education if re-elected

Jill Biden insisted that the future of public education in America would remain promising if her husband, President Joe Biden wins in November

May 19

'You argued for segregation': Joe Biden slammed over past remarks after addressing Black leaders on 70th anniversary of Brown v Board

While Joe Biden emphasized his commitment to advancing educational equity, he faced renewed criticism over his historical stance on school desegregation

May 19

'Daddy cut her off!' Biden staffer Lily Greenberg Call who quit over Israel funding trolled after it emerges her father works at Raytheon

Greenberg Call cited President Joe Biden's support for Israel's military actions in Gaza as the primary reason for her resignation

May 19

'He should be expelled': Sen Bob Menendez slammed after he snaps at reporter to defend wife Nadine citing her cancer diagnosis

The New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez made a fervent defense of wife Nadine Arslanian on Friday upon arriving at their home in Englewood Cliffs

May 18

'He never stops lying': Michael Cohen under fire after he claims a pardon from Donald Trump was 'being dangled'

Donald Trump's lawyer Todd Blanche pressed Michael Cohen about his conflicting statements, highlighting his public declaration that he wouldn't seek or accept a pardon

May 17

'It's getting juicy!' Michael Cohen makes waves as he admits he once thought Stormy Daniels was extorting former boss Trump

On May 16, Michael Cohen testified that he once believed Stormy Daniels and her lawyer, Keith Davidson, were extorting Donald Trump

May 17

‘What planet is he living on?’ California Gov Gavin Newsom trolled for touting state as ‘national model’ for tackling homelessness

The 56-year-old Democrat announced a substantial $3.3 billion fund aimed at combating homelessness across California

May 17

'United States of Israel': Backlash over House bill to expedite weapons shipment despite Biden veto threat

The bill was approved with a vote of 224-187, with significant partisan divides marking the debate

May 16

'What a loser': Michael Cohen trolled as 14-year-old prank caller episode is exposed during Trump hush money trial

Michael Cohen had been preoccupied with a teen prank caller when he claimed to have had a conversation with Trump about the hush money payment

May 16

Hush money trial: 9 key moments in Michael Cohen's testimony where he used Trump's own words against his ex-boss

The now-disbarred lawyer revealed pivotal details about Trump's alleged involvement in the hush-money payments to Stormy Daniels

May 16