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Swati is a political analyst, researcher and author who explores how US politics, global conflicts, feminism and caste shape power around the world. Over her career of 6 years, she has covered election strategy for India Today, analyzed public policy at the Centre for Policy Research and Governance and reported on war and defense for Indo-Pacific Times. Through her academic books and articles, Swati helps readers understand how culture, identity, and government decisions influence global events.
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'You're still Trump's personal attorney': Durbin clashes with Blanche over DOJ trust, Epstein
Sen Dick Durbin alleged the DOJ ignored court orders, ousted career officials, pursued political prosecutions, and protected Trump over the law
Democrats launch coordinated campaign to derail Todd Blanche hours before AG hearing
The attacks focused on Todd Blanche's handling of the Epstein files, DOJ decisions, and his close ties to President Trump
Trump privately urges Netanyahu to withdraw troops from parts of Syria, Lebanon: Report
The president urged Israel to begin redeploying forces, warning that a prolonged military presence in neighboring territories could inflame tensions
Trump shuts down Lindsey Graham death conspiracy theories after White House medical briefing
The president said White House physicians concluded the senator most likely died from a rare inherited condition, rejecting speculation of foul play
Trump's Fed chair breaks with White House, says politics won't dictate rate cuts
In his first congressional testimony as Fed chair, Trump's appointee said interest-rate decisions would remain free from political influence
Trump drops 20% Hormuz fee plan, announces 'full blockade' targeting Iranian shipping
Trump abandoned his proposed 20% Hormuz shipping fee, replacing it with Gulf-backed investments
Supreme Court's ideological rivals deliver same alarming message after wave of death threats
Amy Coney Barrett recalled receiving a bulletproof vest as Elena Kagan warned threats against Supreme Court justices have surged
ICE shooting in Maine sparks outrage after lawmakers say wrong man was killed
Lawmakers raise questions over possible mistaken identity, the absence of body-camera footage, and the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting
'He died with his boots on': Thune's moving tribute reveals Lindsey Graham's final mission
An emotional John Thune fought back tears as he honored Lindsey Graham, recalling his final Ukraine mission and lifelong service
Fact Check: Did Mitch McConnell suffer cardiac arrest and end up on life support?
Initial reports confirmed Lindsey Graham was hospitalized after being found unresponsive, but online posts falsely presented cardiac arrest as fact
Judge accuses Trump of weaponizing courts, says he tried to 'manipulate judicial process'
A federal judge voided the proposed $1.776 billion settlement, ruling no valid case existed, and referred a Trump attorney for discipline
Lindsey Graham's sister breaks silence after Trump's Senate push, says she's 'just devastated'
Darline Graham Nordone had never sought elected office, making President Trump's backing surprising as she could become Lindsey Graham's successor
Trump proposes US as 'Guardian of Hormuz Strait,' seeks 20% cargo reimbursement
President Donald Trump announced plans to make the US the 'Guardian of the Hormuz Strait,' while reinstating what he called an 'Iranian blockade'
Lindsey Graham's death throws Trump's agenda into chaos as Congress returns to Capitol Hill
As Senate Budget Committee Chairman and a close Trump ally, Lindsey Graham helped steer the administration's top priorities through the Senate
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