Kaitlin Lewis
Night Reporter
Kaitlin Lewis is a Newsweek reporter on the Night Team based in Boston, Massachusetts. Her focus is reporting on national news and politics, where she has covered events such as the 2022 Midterm Election, live campaign rallies and candidate debates for Newsweek. She also covers court and crime stories. Kaitlin joined Newsweek in May 2022 as a Fellow before starting full time in September 2022. She graduated from the University of Dayton and previously worked as a breaking news intern at the Cincinnati Enquirer. You can get in touch with Kaitlin by emailing [email protected]. Languages: English.
Mike Pence says he's done explaining Trump's words: "Out of that business"
The ex-vice president spoke with CNN Friday night regarding Trump's recent attacks directed at General Mark Milley.
Jack Smith offers two theories on Trump's gun incident
Trump's recent incident at a firearms shop in South Carolina was included in Smith's updated gag order request against the former president.
Kevin McCarthy has "nothing" in back pocket after failed vote: "I'm broke"
The House speaker addressed a group of reporters after the House struck down a GOP-backed stopgap bill, with roughly a day left to avert a government shutdown.
Republican says Biden impeachment inquiry belongs on "back burner"
Representative Ken Buck, a conservative from Colorado, on Thursday said that he thinks "there is nothing worse than a shutdown" at the moment for Congress.
Trump dealt another legal blow in New York
An appeals court rejected Trump's request to delay trial in his $250 million lawsuit brought against The Trump Organization by the New York attorney general.
Republicans left disappointed by Fox News debate
Several conservatives took to social media to voice their frustrations over what turned out to be a chaotic second GOP primary debate.
Trump attacks Biden as a "wretched old vulture" in speech to autoworkers
The former president addressed a group of autoworkers near Detroit, Michigan, Wednesday night amid the ongoing strike.
Watch: Donald Trump's speech to autoworkers airing opposite GOP debate
The former president will meet with autoworkers near Detroit, Michigan, Wednesday night instead of attending the second Republican primary debate.
Judge Chutkan hands Trump a loss on recusal
Chutkan denied Trump's motion seeking to recuse her from overseeing the former president's federal election interference case.
Trump family defends Mar-a-Lago's value: "Could be worth 100 times that"
Mar-a-Lago was listed among the ruling on Tuesday that found Trump and his sons liable of fraud for overvaluing the ex-president's real estate properties.
Trump slammed by UAW president ahead of rally near Detroit
Union President Shawn Fain told CNN that he sees "no point in meeting" with Trump, pointing at the former president's "track record" on labor issues.
Russia's efforts to expand forces leave key questions unanswered: ISW
Russian armed forces are reportedly forming new assault and reconnaissance brigades, which will focus their operations in the Donbas region.
Biden impeachment inquiry hearing: First witnesses, what to know
The House Oversight Committee announced that the first impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden will be held Thursday.
Medicaid Expansion Update: North Carolina gets start date
Medicaid expansion is set to begin on December 1, state Governor Roy Cooper announced.
Trump team reacts to Biden's plan to join UAW picket line
Biden responded to a challenge from UAW President Shawn Fain to show up in person to support autoworkers as they continue to strike against manufacturers.
Ukraine war map shows Crimea strikes amid Black Sea headquarters damage
Ukraine has ramped up its attacks against the strategic peninsula since launching its counteroffensive, targeting Russian infrastructure and military depots.
Tropical Storm Ophelia Update: Track shows impact to these states
The National Hurricane Center said that tropical storm conditions are expected to reach parts of coastal North Carolina overnight into Saturday.
Saltwater wedge in Mississippi River sparks state of emergency
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell signed a state of emergency on Friday in response to saltwater intrusion impacting drinking water in southern Louisiana.
Mary Trump explains obvious sign "weak loser" Donald Trump is squirming
The former president's niece ripped Trump Thursday night, saying that her uncle must have "off-the-charts" anxiety over what's in store for him.
Biden scoffs as House heads home amid impending shutdown
A weary House GOP failed to bring up a Pentagon spending bill—a historically non-controversial measure—for debate for the second time this week on Thursday.
Congressman shares "very elusive" NASA remarks from UFO meeting
Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett said he left a meeting with NASA representatives on Thursday "disappointed" as lawmakers look for answers on UFOs.
Anthony Sanchez's last words before Oklahoma execution
Sanchez was convicted in 2006 for the murder of Jewell Busken. His lawyers argued that his late father, Thomas Glen Sanchez, may have been the real killer.
Russian troops reportedly abandon Bakhmut post amid "hysterical" orders
A group of Russian soldiers said in a video that they abandoned their equipment after being ordered to fight in the direction of the front lines near Bakhmut.
Key moments from Donald Trump's Iowa rally
The former president on Wednesday addressed supporters in Maquoketa, Iowa, touting his policies on immigration, the auto industry and abortion.
Student loans canceled for 1,200 people: How to know if you're eligible
President Biden's latest debt relief plan will forgive over $37 million in loans for students who attended the University of Phoenix.
Trump will be convicted with "chorus of Republican voices": Kirschner
The ex-prosecutor praised former Trump aide Molly Michael for cooperating with federal prosecutors investigating the classified documents case.
Zelensky prods Trump for details of Ukraine peace plan
The former president said he could find a "fair deal" between Ukraine and Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky encouraged him to release the plan.
Retired general calls out Republicans on supporting the troops
Retired Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling said that it's becoming "hard to hear" those in the GOP who say they're dedicated to supporting the U.S. military.
Russian troops near Bakhmut likely "battle-weary" as Ukraine advances: ISW
Ukrainian troops have recently liberated two key settlements south of Bakhmut, which could be a sign that Russia's forces in the region are degrading.
Ukraine video shows destruction in reclaimed village near Bakhmut
Ukraine announced on Sunday that its troops had reclaimed the village of Klishchiivka, southwest of the occupied city of Bakhmut.
