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Tracy Simmons

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Tracy writes about national politics from a front-row seat in D.C. Passionate about transparency and public service, she spends her free time reading biographies and running along the Potomac.

Stories by Tracy Simmons

43 stories

  1. September 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  2. Sat

    Explainer · Politics · Washington DC

    Why Democrats may have the edge in the House — and why that may not be enough

    Redistricting has reduced competitive congressional seats, creating a structural hurdle for House control despite favorable national political trends.

  3. August 2026

    3 stories: 3 explainers

  4. Mon

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    New Hampshire teen faces charges after police say he drove through airport fence and hit plane

  5. Sat

    Explainer · Politics · California

    Whitmer says Trump helped secure Selfridge fighter-jet mission after Biden-era effort stalled

  6. Fri

    Explainer · Politics · Michigan

    What Michigan lawmakers are questioning about the $300 million Rx Kids program

    Michigan parents receiving Rx Kids cash aid face scrutiny as House Speaker Matt Hall questions the program's funding and eligibility rules.

  7. July 2026

    2 stories: 1 explainer, 1 news story

  8. Thu

    Explainer · Politics · Washington DC

    Why Ted Cruz is calling for Anthony Fauci to be jailed after a Senate hearing

  9. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Carville blasts far-left Democrats in Politicon video, warns of 2016-style backlash

  10. June 2026

    3 stories: 1 analysis, 2 news stories

  11. Fri

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    South Carolina sheriff says 6 arrested after Congaree River sandbar brawl

  12. Fri

    Analysis · Military · World

    Reuters: Alleged IRGC cells in Iraq carried out drone attacks on Gulf states

    Secret Iranian Revolutionary Guard cells in Iraq allegedly launched drone attacks targeting Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, Reuters reports.

  13. Thu

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    White House UFC Lawsuit: Trump Admin Fights Blocking Bid

  14. May 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  15. Fri

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Judge Orders Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center in DC

  16. Sat

    News: Politics · World

    Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, Prisoner Swap

  17. April 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  18. Fri

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Trump Praises Rand Paul on White House Ballroom Vote Amid Tensions

  19. Fri

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Pam Bondi Fired as AG by Trump, Todd Blanche Named Acting AG

  20. March 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  21. Sat

    News: Politics · Florida

    Noem Appointed Special Envoy for Shield of Americas After DHS Removal

    Kristi Noem was appointed by Trump as special envoy for the newly created Shield of the Americas initiative, following her removal as DHS Secretary. She will…

  22. Sun

    News: Politics · Florida

    Whoop CEO Debunks Susie Wiles Smartwatch Claim at Mar-a-Lago

  23. February 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  24. Wed

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Trump Delivers Longest State of the Union, Details Second-Term Agenda

  25. Fri

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Trump Slams Supreme Court Liberal Justices After Tariff Ruling

  26. December 2025

    5 stories: 5 news stories

  27. Fri

    News: Politics · World

    Palau to Accept US Deportees for $7.5M Aid Amid Labor Shortage

  28. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Fact Check: Donald Trump Oval Office Address & “Warrior Dividends” Unverified

  29. Tue

    News: Crime and Justice · Illinois

    ICE Accuses Illinois: 1,768 Detainers Ignored, Public Safety Row

    ICE claims Illinois released 1,768 non-citizens with histories despite active detainers. Understand the state's 'sanctuary' policies and the public safety debate.

  30. Wed

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Pushes to Eliminate US Income Tax via Tariffs

  31. Tue

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Kristi Noem Calls for Travel Ban After DC Attack

  32. November 2025

    8 stories: 8 news stories

  33. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Treasury to deny federal tax benefits for undocumented immigrants

  34. Mon

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Launches Genesis Mission: Boosting US Scientific AI Development

  35. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Fact Check: Trump ‘Lowlifes’ Claim on Greene, Paul & GOP Unity

  36. Fri

    News: Politics · New York City, New York

    Trump & Mamdani Unite on NYC Affordability Crisis

    President Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani, despite political differences, surprising agreed on tackling New York's housing affordability and cost of living crisis.

  37. Fri

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Federal Court Halts Trump CDL Restrictions for Immigrants

  38. Thu

    News: Politics · Washington DC

    Supreme Court Reinstates Trump’s Passport Gender Policy

  39. Wed

    News: Election · California

    California Prop 50: Newsom Declares Major Democratic Win

  40. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Federal Judges Order SNAP Benefits During Government Shutdown