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
Body language expert spots Trump’s ‘emotional’ moment while meeting Xi Jinping: ‘Not all smiles’
The summit marked Trump’s first visit to China since 2017 and began with a grand welcome ceremony and an extended handshake with Xi Jinping.
Joy Reid claims America was ‘built on mediocre white men’ in tirade against Trump and his allies
Reid made the remarks while speaking with liberal commentator Wajahat Ali on her podcast, where the pair discussed race, meritocracy, and the Trump administration
Dem Rep Frederica Wilson, 83, absent from Congress after missing 43 straight votes
Congressional reporter Jamie Dupree noted Frederica Wilson’s X account shared old Service Academy Day photos that were previously posted last October
Lindsey Graham warns China: ‘I’ll do business with you on Monday and put tariffs on Tuesday’
Graham said he had introduced legislation “that would allow President Trump to put tariffs on China for buying Russian oil and gas. And I’ll do the same thing down the road"
MTG calls Benny Johnson a ‘lying scumbag’ as she denies fleeing to Costa Rica
Greene clashed with Benny Johnson after he alleged she moved abroad, sparking a heated online exchange over political claims
Jesse Watters says women’s ‘savior complex’ is partly to blame for repeat criminal offenders
Jesse Watters claimed that some criminals are beyond reform and that society should prioritize protecting the public
Shane Gillis brings up Chelsea Handler’s Epstein dinner during Netflix’s ‘Roast of Kevin Hart’
Chelsea Handler attended a 2010 dinner at Jeffrey Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse and later said she 'didn’t know who Epstein was' at the time
Joy Behar lashes out at Billy Bob Thornton for saying celebs should stay out of politics
The Oscar-winning actor sparked a heated back-and-forth on Tuesday after his recent comments dismissing political grandstanding by Hollywood stars made their way to the Hot Topics table
Joe Rogan clashes with Gad Saad over ‘big fear’ of Israel’s influence on Trump
President Donald Trump has denied being influenced by Israel, insisting his decisions are independent
Harry Enten gives Dems a ‘reality check’ as GOP stays competitive despite Trump’s sinking polls
Harry Enten said Democrats’ House ballot lead shrank from 6 points to 3, keeping Republicans competitive despite Trump backlash
Trump jolts awake during Oval Office maternal health event after appearing to nod off
At the Oval Office gathering focused on maternal health and motherhood initiatives, Trump, 79, seemed to drift off while Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at length about what he called a “fertility crisis”
GOP Rep Jen Kiggans slammed for appearing to endorse racist comment about Hakeem Jeffries
Jen Kiggans denied endorsing the remark and accused Democrats of distorting the controversy after the Virginia court ruling
‘Who am I protected by?’: Hunter Biden freaks out in leaked footage after plea deal collapse
The documentary footage was filmed by Kevin Morris, who reportedly loaned Hunter Biden over $6.5 million for expenses and taxes
Trump riffs on Indiana QB’s White House no-show, insists top draft pick is still a 'big fan'
Fernando Mendoza did not join his former Hoosiers teammates for the event
Marjorie Taylor Greene swats down Laura Loomer’s claim she ‘fled the country’ for Costa Rica
Loomer reposted one of Greene’s vacation photos and claimed that “sources” told her Greene had sold her home in Rome, Georgia, and moved to the Central American getaway spot
Tiffany Trump celebrates first Mother’s Day with rare snaps of baby son Alexander
Tiffany Trump shared personal family moments and reflections on motherhood while posting unseen images of her infant son online
Harris loses donor support as Dems seek ‘new blood’ for 2028: ‘She wouldn’t appeal to swing voters’
Democratic strategist Dick Harpootlian questioned whether Kamala Harris can convince the party she can win in 2028
Trump confirms he’s still donating his presidential salary to White House preservation and upkeep
Donald Trump also took a swipe at former President Joe Biden, claiming the White House was not properly maintained under him
MS NOW analyst says Trump lashes out at female reporters because he’s 'getting older'
This came after Trump lashed out at ABC reporter Rachel Scott during his visit to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, calling her 'a horror show'
Pete Hegseth vows legal review for Mark Kelly after ‘babbling’ about classified Pentagon briefing
Mark Kelly said US weapons stockpiles were 'hit hard,' criticized Donald Trump’s Iran strategy, and warned Americans are 'less safe'