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Olivia Bennett

Olivia Bennett

Olivia Bennett writes about politics for the U.S. She writes about things like federal policy, national administration, and elections. She writes about breaking news in politics, updates from Congress, and coverage of important national policy decisions. Her reporting gives clear, fact-based information about how what the federal government does affects voters, institutions, and the future of the U.S. government.


Donald Trump criticizes Pope Leo XIV, highlighting tensions between US political leadership and the Catholic Church.

Trump Slams Pope Leo XIV Over Crime and Foreign Policy

Donald Trump criticizes Pope Leo XIV over crime and foreign policy, intensifying tensions between political leadership and the Catholic Church

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by Olivia Bennett


Supreme Court Curtails Trump’s Trade Powers in Major Economic Decision

Supreme Court Curtails Trump’s Trade Powers in Major Economic Decision

The Supreme Court struck down Trump’s global tariffs, ruling emergency powers don’t allow import taxes. A $133B refund fight and new trade uncertainty follow.

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by Olivia Bennett


Senate Democrats reach deal to avert partial government shutdown

Senate Democrats reach deal to avert partial government shutdown

Senate Democrats reach a deal to prevent a partial government shutdown, securing temporary funding for key agencies while ongoing budget talks continue.

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by Olivia Bennett


Kristi Noem faces growing calls for firing or impeachment

Kristi Noem faces growing calls for firing or impeachment

Kristi Noem faces growing calls for firing or impeachment as lawmakers criticize her leadership amid controversy at the Department of Homeland Security.

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by Olivia Bennett


Greenland Prime Minister Warns of Military Risks as Trump Pushes for Arctic Control

Greenland Prime Minister Warns of Military Risks as Trump Pushes for Arctic Control

Greenland’s Prime Minister warns citizens to prepare for potential U.S. military action as President Trump intensifies efforts to control the Arctic island

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by Olivia Bennett


Europe warns of downward spiral after Trump Greenland tariff threat

Europe warns of downward spiral after Trump Greenland tariff threat

Europe warns of a dangerous downward spiral after Donald Trump threatens tariffs linked to Greenland, raising concerns over trade tensions and diplomacy.

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by Olivia Bennett


Trump to Republicans: Win midterms or I will get impeached

Trump to Republicans: "Win midterms or I will get impeached"

Trump warns House Republicans that if they don’t win the 2026 midterms, Democrats could impeach him again - urging GOP unity to hold Congress.

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by Olivia Bennett


The Senate passes a bill to end the closure and sends it to the House

The Senate passes a bill to end the closure and sends it to the House

A tiny number of Democrats and Republicans made an agreement that led to the Senate passing a bill to reopen the government. This is the longest government shutdown in history.

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by Olivia Bennett


The Supreme Court said no to a plea to modify its ruling that made same-sex marriage legal in every state

The Supreme Court said no to a plea to modify its ruling that made same-sex marriage legal in every state

The Supreme Court of the United States has declined to revisit its landmark 2015 ruling that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, rejecting a case that sought to modify the precedent.

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by Olivia Bennett


Advocates fear that the government shutdown will have long-term implications on the National Guard

Advocates fear that the government shutdown will have long-term implications on the National Guard

Shutdown Threatens National Guard Readiness and Stability

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by Olivia Bennett