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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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
‘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