Emily Brown is a US based political journalist covering breaking news, public policy, and Capitol Hill developments.
Politics
President Donald Trump said on Christmas Day that U.S. military forces carried out airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria, describing the action as a response to what he called escalating violence against Christians in the region. In a holiday message posted online, Trump said he had directed the
Politics
What is usually a lighthearted Christmas tradition took on a familiar political tone this year when Donald Trump joined children from across the country for the annual NORAD Tracks Santa phone calls on Christmas Eve. The event, which allows kids to call in and ask questions about Santa’s journey
Viral Stories
A quiet afternoon in eastern Pennsylvania turned into a nightmare on Tuesday after a catastrophic explosion tore through a nursing home, killing at least two people and leaving dozens injured. The blast sparked a massive fire, caused part of the building to collapse, and sent shockwaves through the surrounding community.
Politics
The U.S. Justice Department has released a third batch of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, adding fresh material to a case that has continued to raise questions years after Epstein’s death. The newly released records include internal emails, notes, and tips that reference Donald Trump, though officials stress
Politics
When Donald Trump said the United States might keep or sell oil seized from Venezuela, the reaction was immediate and intense. What sounded like a blunt off-the-cuff remark quickly turned into a serious international issue, raising questions about power, fairness, and how far a country can go when pressuring another
Politics
Senator JD Vance’s appearance at a major Turning Point USA event this week marked more than just another speech to a friendly crowd. It underscored how far the Ohio Republican has travelled politically and where he appears to be headed as the conservative movement reshapes itself around loyalty, culture
Politics
More than two decades after she first tried to warn authorities, Maria Farmer, one of the earliest known survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, has filed a new complaint accusing the U.S. government of failing to investigate her allegations properly and allowing one of the most notorious abuse networks in modern
Sports
Jake Paul is no stranger to controversy, criticism, or physical punishment inside the boxing ring. But this time, the damage he is talking about has nothing to do with trash talk or online feuds. The YouTuber turned boxer has revealed the serious extent of a jaw injury he suffered during
Crime
As Nick Reiner faces murder charges in the deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, attention has returned to a past marked by addiction, recovery, and a deeply personal film project. Three days after Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead
Business
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is on the brink of formally rejecting a hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance Corp. after a key financial backer pulled out of the deal, people familiar with the matter have told reporters. Paramount had offered $30 per share in cash for WBD, valuing the company
Politics
A plan to dismantle the National Centre for Atmospheric Research has ignited fierce debate over climate science, federal priorities, and the future of weather forecasting in the United States. The Trump administration’s move to dismantle the National Centre for Atmospheric Research, one of the most influential climate and weather
Entertainment
Donald Trump Jr. revealed his engagement during a public appearance in a moment that felt unplanned, slightly awkward, and very much not staged, drawing attention less for the news itself than for how it landed. Donald Trump Jr. did not announce his engagement with a prepared statement or a carefully