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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Stephen Miller declares ‘we are in charge’ as he confirms US authority over Venezuela
Stephen Miller said the US now controls Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro’s capture, backing Donald Trump’s plan to oversee a transition
DHS accuses hotel of 'coordinated campaign' over canceling reservations for immigration agents
Hilton clarifies Hampton Inn Lakeville is independently owned and not reflective of corporate values, pledges immediate action
DNC launches fundraiser targeting Trump over Maduro arrest, calls it an 'unconstitutional war'
The DNC launched fundraising, accusing Donald Trump’s administration of overreach after US forces captured Nicolas Maduro and Cilia Flores
Trump slams alleged Somali fraud, claims 'numbers are astronomical' while targeting Ilhan Omar
Donald Trump accused Somali immigrants of large-scale fraud in Minnesota and singled out Rep Ilhan Omar for alleged involvement
Nick Shirley wears bulletproof vest, says crowds ‘swarm’ him after viral daycare video
Independent journalist Nick Shirley said backlash over his Minnesota daycare investigation forced him to use security and protective gear
Trump shares claim on Melissa Hortman’s death, draws criticism from lawmakers and family
Melissa Hortman’s children urged Donald Trump to remove a post promoting false claims about her assassination
Nicolas Maduro’s son sends message urging Venezuelans to protest: 'You will see us in the streets'
Guerra insists Nicolas Maduro's loyalists remain strong amid opponents’ efforts to depict them as weak
Venezuela’s military endorses Delcy Rodriguez as acting president following Nicolas Maduro’s capture
Defense Minister Padrino Lopez backs Supreme Court decision appointing Delcy Rodriguez as acting president for 90 days.
Rachel Maddow questions Trump’s Venezuela action amid controversy over Honduran president pardon
Rachel Maddow said Donald Trump claimed US forces captured and flew out Nicolas Maduro, questioning the rationale behind the Venezuela operation
Trump’s ‘we had a lot of oil there’ video resurfaces after US action in Venezuela
In the viral clip from December, Donald Trump accused Venezuela of taking America's 'oil rights' and vowed to take them back
House Democrats praise Trump for capturing Nicolas Maduro as ‘major step’ toward democracy
House Democrats praised Trump for capturing Nicolas Maduro while urging adherence to constitutional and international norms
Elvira Salazar applauds Trump for keeping 'his word' in taking action against Nicolas Maduro
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar said Donald Trump’s move against Nicolas Maduro marked a break from decades of US inaction
Trump mocks Nicolas Maduro with triumphant video after reported Caracas capture
The clip amplified claims of a US operation while repurposing older Nicolas Maduro remarks that were unrelated to the reported arrest
Don Bacon slams ‘lackeys’ surrounding Trump, urges Congress to push him on policies
Retiring Nebraska Republican Don Bacon warned unchecked loyalty weakens Congress as Donald Trump’s early actions raced ahead of lawmakers
Nick Shirley claims Creative Minds Daycare closed and rebranded same day after $2.45M payout
Nick Shirley highlighted Creative Minds Daycare reopened as Super Kids Daycare in Minnesota, continuing to receive $2.45M in government funding after closure
Joe Rogan rejects idea Kamala Harris couldn’t handle his 3-hour interview: 'It would’ve been fine'
Joe Rogan claimed short TV interviews are handicapped by time and audience and don’t reflect Kamala Harris’ ability to handle long-form interviews
Trump-Kennedy Center calls reports of Stephen Schwartz cancellation after rebrand 'totally bogus'
Trump-Kennedy Center clarifies Stephen Schwartz was never scheduled or contracted to host the gala
Trump stops motorcade to personally shop for marble for the new White House ballroom
Donald Trump revisited a longtime stone supplier in Florida, personally selecting marble and onyx for the White House ballroom project he said he would fund himself
Nancy Sinatra shares emotional message for Tatiana Schlossberg: 'Another tragedy'
Nancy shared a quote from Schlossberg’s published essay announcing her diagnosis, released exactly 62 years to the day after Kennedy’s assassination.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC mayor at midnight ceremony at abandoned subway station
Following a private subway ceremony, Mamdani’s inauguration will continue with block-party at City Hall.