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Tracy Simmons
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Tracy Simmons is a senior national politics reporter for Times Media Service, based in Washington, D.C. Simmons covers national politics, including the people, policies and institutions shaping the federal government, with a focus on government accountability and public policy. Simmons holds a master's degree in journalism and grew up in College Park, Maryland.
Stories by Tracy Simmons
31 stories
June 2026
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Thu
News: Politics · United States
UFC White House Lawsuit: Fight on South Lawn Faces Block Attempt
A lawsuit is attempting to halt 'UFC Freedom 250' on the White House South Lawn, citing corruption and misuse of federal land. The Trump administration is opposing the challenge.
May 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Fact Check: Judge Did Not Order Trump Name Removed from Kennedy Center
Sat
News: Military · World
Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, Prisoner Swap
April 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump Praises Rand Paul for White House Ballroom Project Vote
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Acting AG Blanche Denies Epstein Role in Pam Bondi Firing
March 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Sat
News: Politics · United States
Kristi Noem Appointed Special Envoy for Shield of the Americas
Sun
News: Politics · United States
Whoop CEO Clarifies Susie Wiles’ Device in White House Security Photo
Whoop CEO Will Ahmed clarifies that Susie Wiles' device in a viral White House security photo was an NSA-approved Whoop fitness tracker, not a security risk.…
February 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump Blasts Supreme Court Tariff Ruling at White House
December 2025
4 stories: 4 news stories
Fri
News: Politics · World
Palau Accepts US Deportees for Aid: What to Know
Thu
News: Politics · United States
Trump: Economic Gains & Warrior Dividends in White House Address
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Trump’s Income Tax Plan: Tariffs to Replace Federal Income Tax?
Tue
News: Politics · United States
Kristi Noem Calls for Travel Ban After DC Attack
November 2025
8 stories: 8 news stories
Fri
News: Politics · United States
US Treasury to Restrict Tax Credits for Undocumented Immigrants
US Treasury to restrict tax credits for undocumented immigrants, reclassifying programs like EITC as 'federal public benefits.' Secretary Scott Bessent detailed the policy, effective tax year…
Mon
News: Politics · United States
Trump Launches Genesis Mission AI Initiative to Boost US Leadership
Sun
News: Politics · United States
Trump Calls GOP Members “Lowlifes” Amidst Claims of Party Unity
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump, Mamdani Meet on NYC Housing & Affordability Crisis
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Court Halts Trump Restrictions on Immigrant Truck Driver CDLs
Thu
News: Politics · United States
Supreme Court Revives Trump Passport Gender Policy
Wed
News: Politics · California
Newsom Hails Prop 50 Victory in California, Criticizes Trump
California Governor Gavin Newsom delivers a powerful victory speech after Proposition 50 passes, criticizing Trump and outlining Democratic strategy for 2026. Read more.
Sun
News: Politics · United States
Federal Judges Rule: SNAP Benefits Continue Amid Shutdown
October 2025
9 stories: 9 news stories
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News: Politics · United States
Trump Ballroom: White House Naming Sparks Controversy
Wed
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Driver Arrested After Crashing Vehicle into White House Gate
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Charlie Kirk Presidential Medal: White House Honors Activist
Sun
News: Military · United States
Government Shutdown: Trump Prioritizes Military Pay Amidst Layoffs
Thu
News: Politics · United States
Senate Republicans Block Bill to Check Trump’s War Powers
Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to rein in President Trump's military actions against drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean, sparking a debate on presidential war powers.
Tue
News: Politics · United States
Trump Blames Democrats for 2025 Government Shutdown
Sun
News: Military · United States
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Portland
Sat
News: Politics · World
Hamas Welcomes Trump Gaza Plan Elements; Hostage Release Progress
Thu
News: Politics · United States
Trump’s Shutdown Plan: Mass Layoffs & Federal Cuts
September 2025
2 stories: 2 news stories
Fri
News: Crime and Justice · California
Illegal Immigrant Causes California Crash, Critically Injures Child
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