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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‘Terrible thing’: Trump pledges more federal support to probe Savannah Guthrie's mom disappearance
Donald Trump commented on the case, 'I always got along very good with Savannah. Very unusual situation but we’re going to find out'
Karoline Leavitt says Trump referred to SAVE Act when calling to ‘nationalize voting’
Karoline Leavitt said Donald Trump backed nationwide voter ID under the SAVE Act, citing fraud concerns in states like California and New York City
Expert links Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance to Savannah Guthrie’s fame, calls it possible 'abduction'
Analyst says home disturbances, missing phone, and Nancy’s mobility suggest she did not leave voluntarily, raising abduction concerns
Megyn Kelly slams Bad Bunny over anti-ICE Grammy speech: 'Send ICE down to his compound'
Kelly accused several Grammy performers of out-of-touch activism, rejecting their anti-ICE messages while highlighting Bad Bunny’s upcoming Super Bowl role
Trump calls on Republicans to 'nationalize voting' ahead of midterms
Trump also repeatedly insisted without evidence that he won the 2020 election 'in a landslide' and alleged that people 'voted illegally'
FBI source alleges Jeffrey Epstein managed Vladimir Putin’s wealth in newly released Epstein files
The source further alleges that Jeffrey Epstein 'made his money from charging his clients fees to hide their money offshore'
Sheriff says Savannah Guthrie’s mother was 'abducted' from her Arizona home while she slept
Investigators said evidence at the scene suggested Nancy Guthrie was taken against her will, prompting a multi-agency search
'Unacceptable violence': Portland mayor demands ICE leave city over use of tear gas on protesters
Federal agents also reportedly deployed pepper balls, and flash-bang grenades during a protest outside an ICE facility in Portland
Kennedy family blasts Trump over Kennedy Center shutdown: ‘Bring him to justice’
Maria Shriver criticized Donald Trump’s plan to close the Kennedy Center, mocking his claim renovations drove the move amid performer cancellations
Trump calls Democrats ‘soft on crime,’ says policies favor criminals over Americans
Trump framed public safety as a midterm priority, blaming Democratic-led cities for unrest and pledging limited federal intervention
Rand Paul slams DHS and ICE over Minneapolis shootings, urges officials to ‘restore trust’
Rand Paul said video showed Alex Pretti retreating and helping others, contradicting Kristi Noem’s claim he attacked federal officers
Shaboozey dedicates first Grammy to ‘all children of immigrants’ in emotional speech
Shaboozey won his first Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for 'Amen' with Jelly Roll at the 2026 awards
Trump seeks ‘highest level of success’ with two-year Kennedy Center closure for renovation
Trump said a full shutdown would speed construction and deliver a major overhaul, with final approval resting with the Kennedy Center board
Brian Stelter defends Don Lemon arrest, calls Minnesota church protest reporting ‘very valuable’
Federal authorities charged Lemon in connection with a Minnesota church protest; critics say his reporting, not participation, should be protected
Howard Lutnick visited Epstein’s island despite claiming to cut ties, DOJ emails reveal
DOJ records show Lutnick traveled to the island in 2012 with family and later invited Epstein to a private 2015 Clinton fundraiser
Doug Burgum calls Trump and Melania the ‘ultimate power couple’ at documentary premiere
Doug Burgum highlighted Melania’s poise and intellect, sharing personal insights on the Trumps’ dynamic partnership at the ‘Melania’ premiere
Trump’s Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh appears in newly released Epstein files
Kevin Warsh’s name appears in Epstein’s 2010 St Barth’s Christmas guest list, raising questions about his social connections ahead of Fed nomination
Melania Trump exchanged emails with Ghislaine Maxwell in 2002, newly released Epstein files reveal
The emails show Melania and Maxwell coordinating visits between New York and Palm Beach years before she became first lady
Tammy Duckworth fires back at JD Vance, calls Forrest Gump comparison 'petty insult'
JD Vance’s remark followed a clash between Tammy Duckworth and Marco Rubio over potential US military involvement in the Caribbean at a Senate hearing
'Never again': Tim Walz says he will not seek elected office after current term
Tim Walz points to unnamed community leaders and recent unrest in Minneapolis, saying public service doesn’t begin or end with holding office