Swati Sakshi Mishra
Swati is a political analyst, published academic author, and researcher who believes the personal is always political, and the local is always global. A journalism graduate who went on to study international relations, Swati connects the dots between Washington D.C. and the wider world, whose work is driven by a deep love for geopolitics and a critical eye for complex systems. Specializing in dissecting U.S. politics through the crucial—and often challenging—lenses of feminism, caste, and global power structures.
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Fact Check: Was Khanna the first US politician detained, and did IDF side with settlers?
California congressman Ro Khanna claimed his West Bank detention was unprecedented, but the IDF largely disputed his account
FBI assists investigation into Lindsey Graham's death following recent Iranian threats
FBI has joined local investigators following the South Carolina senator's sudden death, but officials say no evidence has emerged linking the case to foreign actors
JD Vance reveals Lindsey Graham quote he'll 'never forget' after senator's sudden death
JD Vance shared a personal story about Lindsey Graham, recalling how their fiercest Senate clash turned into an unlikely friendship
Trump already knows who should replace Graham but refuses to reveal name post senator's death
Under South Carolina law, Gov Henry McMaster is expected to appoint an interim senator, but President Trump's endorsement is likely to be influential
Israel mourns Lindsey Graham as Netanyahu says nation lost 'one of its greatest friends'
Israel's top leaders paid emotional tribute to Lindsey Graham, calling him one of the country's greatest friends in Washington
Iran brands Trump's claim of fresh nuclear talks 'fake news', says 'no negotiations' planned
Negotiator Mohammad Marandi denied reports of planned US-Iran talks, saying any negotiations would be announced only through official channels
Fact Check: Did Zohran Mamdani push for a 20% pay raise for himself as NYC mayor?
The claim spread after a City Council vote on pay raises, with posts alleging Mayor Mamdani sought a higher salary while backing progressive taxes
Appeals court blocks Trump DOJ from releasing Biden interview tapes cited in Robert Hur report
A US appeals court temporarily blocked the Justice Department from releasing materials to the Heritage Foundation for at least 10 days
Trump says he's left secret orders to 'bomb Iran at levels they've never seen' if he's assassinated
President Donald Trump said Iran had considered him its top target since he authorized Gen Qasem Soleimani's killing
Trump blocks housing bill signature, holds affordable housing hostage over election fight
President Trump withheld his signature from a housing bill set to become law, escalating pressure on Senate Republicans over election reforms
Wisconsin judge who helped illegal immigrant evade ICE avoids prison after obstruction conviction
Prosecutors said Dugan let Eduardo Flores-Ruiz evade arrest during Trump's immigration crackdown, endangering officers and hindering enforcement
Trump says Iran war won't resume, then warns 'we'll hit 10x harder' as Tehran brands him 'criminal'
President Trump predicted the Iran conflict would end quickly but warned of overwhelming retaliation if Tehran launched fresh attacks
Charlie Kirk assassination case takes dramatic turn over Bible evidence and 'anti-Christian' claims
Defense attorney Richard Nowak said prosecutors used Bible passages to infer Tyler Robinson's motive
Trump rattles oil markets after declaring Iran truce effectively dead
Oil prices rose after new US strikes on Iran and Iranian attacks on Hormuz shipping led President Trump to call talks 'a waste of time'
Trump leaves Turkey on old Air Force One after surprise switch sparks questions
President Trump chose the older Air Force One for his return from Turkey, saying troops should tour the new jet first as critics questioned the timing
Fact Check: Is Elaine Chao a 'Chinese spy' as MTG claimed?
MTG accused Elaine Chao of being a possible CCP spy, but no official investigation or evidence supports the allegation
Trump revives Greenland push, links US military presence in Europe to Arctic ambitions
Trump renewed his push for US control of Greenland and suggested Europe could lose American troops amid tensions with NATO allies
Prince Harry, Elton John lose explosive UK tabloid spying battle after judge dismisses claims
A UK judge dismissed Prince Harry's privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher, ruling the claimants failed to prove unlawful spying
Trump floats further US troop cuts, says NATO summit was nearly not worth attending
US president says additional troop withdrawals remain under consideration, renewing pressure on European allies
Trump weighs F-35 sale to Turkey despite Netanyahu's opposition
US president says stealth fighter deal with Ankara is under active consideration, despite congressional restrictions and Israeli concerns