Rishab Rathi
A political news writer covering US politics and current affairs, providing timely, well-researched reporting on policy debates, electoral developments, and governance issues through clear analysis and factual accuracy, helping readers understand domestic political shifts and their wider global implications.
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Brandi Carlile dedicates performance at Super Bowl LX to ‘queer’ and ‘marginalized communities’
Brandi Carlile said singing on one of TV’s biggest stages allowed her to use her role to spotlight hope and inclusion for underrepresented groups
Charlie Puth’s 'pitch-perfect' keyboard rendition of national anthem stirs Super Bowl LX crowd
Puth previously said the anthem’s wide vocal range makes it one of music’s toughest songs.
Lindsey Graham hails Trump as 'very good golfer' ahead of Mar‑a‑Lago Super Bowl weekend
Trump is set to host a Super Bowl weekend party at Mar‑a‑Lago, drawing allies and reinforcing ties with key Republican figures
Savannah Guthrie’s ‘no-conditions’ ransom offer puts pressure on abductors, experts say
Jack Cambria said ransom offers defy protocol without proof Nancy is alive, warning captors could take crypto and vanish, though proof may exist
Bad Bunny’s 2020 track resurfaces as fans push for anti‑Trump song at Super Bowl LX halftime show
Bad Bunny’s 2020 track with politically charged lyrics has resurfaced online ahead of his Super Bowl halftime show, drawing fresh debate over his stance
Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg for New York House seat: Source
Schlossberg announced his candidacy in November for the seat currently held by Democratic Rep Jerry Nadler, who is set to retire
GOP Kentucky House speaker snatches Thomas Massie's microphone mid-speech at Lincoln Day event
Subsequently, Thomas Massie walked off the stage 'in solidarity' with supporters who left the dinner in protest over how the situation was handled
Olympic athletes use global stage to criticize Trump admin’s 'horrifying' immigration crackdown
During the opening ceremony in Milan, Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance were met with loud boos as Team USA entered the stadium
Joy Reid blasts GOP for using Nicki Minaj to put ‘blackface’ on MAGA
Joy Reid argued Republicans are exploiting Minaj’s influence for Black cultural credibility while ignoring issues affecting her community
Trump says markets hit record highs as Dow tops 50,000, claims prices are 'way down'
Trump credited his policies for easing inflation and accused Biden of leaving behind an economic 'disaster' for Americans
Republicans blast Democrats for pushing ‘ridiculous’ Trump election meddling narrative
GOP senators say Democrats oppose voter ID and ignore election security while stoking fear ahead of the 2026 midterms
Katie Miller ‘begs’ Kamala Harris to run in 2028 for a rematch with Trump
Katie Miller’s remarks came after Harris launched a Gen Z-focused social media account, fueling speculation about a potential 2028 presidential bid
Trump says America’s ‘magnificent’ Independence Arch would be 'taller than one in Paris'
Trump says the Independence Arch aims to restore national grandeur, emphasizing beauty and prestige, not his personal legacy
Erika Kirk calls TPUSA halftime show a ‘pro‑America’ rebuttal to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl act
Erika Kirk says TPUSA’s rival halftime show will stream alongside the Super Bowl and spotlight English‑speaking artists as a family‑friendly cultural choice
Trump addresses third term speculation, repeats pledge to 'make America great again'
When asked if he could see himself president in January 2029, Trump said it would be 'interesting,' joking that a clear answer would be less exciting
Trump vows to ‘straighten out’ crime amid plans to expand immigration crackdown to five cities
White House says city names will be announced soon as federal operations are reassessed after deadly Minneapolis shootings
Trump says federal troops ‘saved’ Los Angeles and made 2028 Olympics possible
Trump ties Olympic security to National Guard deployments as criticism grows over aggressive federal enforcement tactics
JD Vance says Epstein files expose America's elites, claims Trump was 'outside of the social circle'
The DOJ had released over 3 million files on January 30, including emails from figures such as Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Steve Tisch
‘Can't do sellouts’: Jasmine Crockett dumps Nicki Minaj after rapper's public support for Trump
Jasmine Crockett explained that she could no longer support Minaj’s music because she viewed her political choices as a betrayal of core values
Iowa Dem Rob Sand’s $250K campaign donation from Epstein-linked donor Reid Hoffman flagged by GOP
DOJ released emails reveal Hoffman’s interactions with Epstein, including visits to his private island