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Kate Plummer
Senior US News Reporter
Kate Plummer is a Newsweek reporter based in London, U.K. Her focus is on U.S. politics and national affairs, and she is particularly interested in the impact of social policy decisions on people as well as the finances of political campaigns, corruption, foreign policy, democratic processes and more. Prior to joining Newsweek, she covered U.K....
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Articles by Kate Plummer
Politics
Millions of Children, Mothers Could Face Food Aid Cut Under Bill
The measure aims to trim funding for the WIC, which provides food assistance to pregnant women, new mothers and young children.
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Politics
Chances of Spencer Pratt and Steve Hilton Advancing Amid Slow Vote Count
The Republicans are currently in position to advance in California’s key races but thousands of late ballots still remain.
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List of Times Trump Administration Has Removed Race, Slavery Plaques
The Trump administration has removed or reviewed race and slavery plaques at U.S. sites, prompting backlash over erasing history.
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Republicans Fight Back Against Trump: Three Rebellions Against President
On Wednesday, four House Republicans backed a resolution aimed at curbing presidential power to wage war on Iran without Congress.
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News
Who Is Stephen Rossetti? Priest Removed As Exorcist Over UFO Remarks
In a video, Monsignor Stephen Rossetti said “many, if not most,” UFO sightings could be explained as demonic activity.
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U.S.
Unsold World Cup Tickets—Where Is Availability and Which Games Are Cheapest
Ahead of the biggest World Cup in history, thousands of primary tickets are still available for sale.
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Politics
Donald Trump’s Approval Rating on Inflation Plummets Across Three Polls
The economy was the top concern for voters before the 2024 election, a worry for the president as the 2026 midterms approach.
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News
World Map Shows Where El Niño Will Hit Hard
The cyclical weather phenomenon has an 80 percent chance of forming this summer, the UN has forecast.
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News
Karen Bass Advances to LA Mayor Runoff—Will Pratt or Raman Join Her?
The incumbent mayor will face either Spencer Pratt or Nithya Raman in a November runoff as she seeks a second term.
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News
Ex-Proud Boys Leader Says ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Fight Not Over
On Monday, the DOJ said it will drop its Anti-Weaponization Fund after a court blocked the program.
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News
Trump Administration Suffers Legal Loss Over ’86-47′ Flag in DC
A judge ruled that an “86‑47” protest flag near the National Mall could not be seen as a threat against President Donald Trump.
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Politics
Tom Kean Jr.’s Chances of Beating Democrats in New Jersey
Kean, whose last public appearance was on March 5, said on X that he was addressing “a personal medical issue.”
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Politics
Becerra, Steyer and Hilton Chances Ahead of California Governor Primary
Polls also have Xavier Becerra leading though they show a tighter race for second place than betting odds would appear to suggest.
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Politics
Graham Platner’s Chances of Winning Maine Fall Amid Texting Accusations
Sexting reports dent Graham Platner’s odds—but Democrats may be taking the bigger hit in Maine.
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Politics
Graham Platner’s Chances of Winning Maine Fall Amid Texting Accusations
Sexting reports dent Graham Platner’s odds—but Democrats may be taking the bigger hit in Maine.
4 min read
Politics
One in Five Texas Latinos Who Voted for Trump Regret Their Choice: Poll
In Texas, a state Donald Trump won handily in 2024, an estimated 55 percent of Latinos voted for him.
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Politics
Talarico’s Chances of Beating Paxton Dip With 3 Bookmakers After GOP Runoff
On Tuesday, Texas Attorney General Paxton—who received President Trump’s backing—secured the GOP nomination for the Senate race.
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Politics
Graham Platner’s Chances of Beating Susan Collins in Maine Drop
The likelihood that a Democrat will win the upcoming Maine Senate election has declined in the last few days, betting odds show.
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Politics
Why James Talarico Has a Better Chance Than Beto O’Rourke to Win Texas
In 2018, O’Rourke energized the Democratic Party with his campaign against Republican Senator Ted Cruz.
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New Yorkers Who Keep Speeding Could Have New Device Installed in Cars
New York may force repeat “super speeders” to install speed limiters, part of a wider shift toward tech-based enforcement.
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Politics
James Talarico’s Chances of Beating Ken Paxton After Runoff Win
Democratic state Representative James Talarico will face Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the November Senate election.
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