About Author
Arunava Banerjee is a senior sub-editor and media analyst with almost a decade of experience in storytelling. He has successfully navigated the evolving media landscape—from the rigorous demands of traditional newsrooms like The Statesman to the agile environment of emerging new-age platforms. Driven by a blend of curiosity and craft, he is currently exploring the intricate world of U.S. politics and global geopolitical affairs.
Area of Interest
Global politics and emerging international trends
Education
PGD in Journalism; B.A. in English Literature
Latest From Arunava Banerjee
'He's a very talented guy': Trump backs Todd Blanche for permanent Attorney General role
Trump's remarks came just a day after Blanche testified before a House Appropriations subcommittee about the DOJ's 'anti-weaponization fund'
ICE agent arrested in Texas for Minnesota shooting
The shooting occurred during 'Operation Metro Surge', ICE's campaign against immigration in the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul
Federal judge temporarily halts Trump administration’s $1.8B 'anti-weaponization' fund
The Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the fund earlier this year to compensate alleged "victims of lawfare and weaponization"
President Trump shares proposed Iran peace framework with Israel, other allies: Report
The United States and Iran's negotiators have reportedly finalised a deal which now awaits the President's approval
DOJ reportedly investigating Trump sex abuse accuser E. Jean Carroll
A jury in May 2023 found Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming E. Jean Carroll
'Stop giving deals to pedophiles': James Talarico fires back after Ken Paxton calls him 'Talafreako'
The Texas Democrat slammed the state Attorney General over the release of Adam Hoffman
Trump's 'Board of Peace' fund sits empty months after launch: Report
As per the Financial Times, the Board of Peace has diverted incoming donations directly into a private bank account in JP Morgan
South Carolina Senate stalls GOP redistricting push after Alabama court setback
State Senators voted 26-18, declining to take up a last-minute proposal that would have changed district lines in favor of Republicans
Judges halt Alabama redistricting plan that could boost Republicans in midterms
In their order, the panel ruled that the state's map deliberately diluted the political power of Black Alabamians
'A wound in Christian memory': Pope Leo XIV issues historic apology for Church's role in slavery
"It is impossible not to feel deep sorrow when contemplating the immense suffering and humiliation endured by so many," the Pope said
Trump demands Middle East leaders sign Abraham Accords amid Iran negotiations
The President's statements come after he asked U.S. representatives "not to rush into a deal" with Tehran
Kilmar Abrego Garcia wins major legal victory as judge dismisses criminal charges
Garcia was detained along with three others found loitering near the parking lot of the Home Depot in 2019
Tulsi Gabbard steps down as Director of National Intelligence
President Trump informed on Truth Social that Gabbard will be leaving the administration on June 30
DNC chief Ken Martin faces resignation demands over 2024 autopsy report
While Martin said he released the report "in its entirety, unedited and unabridged," many Democrats feel that several critical omissions were made
'His entire career is a troll': Jon Stewart rips Trump over controversial 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
'The Daily Show' host said that he'd prefer former president Richard Nixon over Trump
Democrats release long-delayed 2024 election autopsy after Trump defeat
The release comes after months of intense criticism for DNC chair Ken Martin
Trump and his family granted 'forever' immunity from IRS audits
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed a legal addendum attached to the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
'Not a big fan': John Thune on President Donald Trump's $1.7 billion 'slush fund'
"I'm not sure exactly how they intend to use it, but my understanding is that was just announced...I don't see a purpose for that," Thune said
Trump dismisses IRS lawsuit ahead of court jurisdiction deadline
Court filings submitted Monday showed that the President dismissed the case "with prejudice," meaning the lawsuit cannot be refiled
'They're desperate': Thomas Massie accuses Israel of 'bullying' members of Congress
Massie asserted that he remains ahead in polls, and claimed the result of the primary "will be a referendum on foreign policy"