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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

43 stories

June 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Jun 11 Thu
News: Politics · United States
White House UFC Fight: Lawsuit Challenges South Lawn Event
A lawsuit aims to halt 'UFC Freedom 250,' a controversial MMA event set for the White House South Lawn on Trump's 80th birthday. Read about the legal arguments.
May 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
May 29 Fri
News: Politics · United States
DC Judge Orders Trump Name off Kennedy Center, Blocks Closure
May 9 Sat
News: Politics · World
Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, Prisoner Swap
April 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Apr 3 Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump Praises Rand Paul Amid White House Ballroom Approval
Apr 3 Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump Fires Pam Bondi; Todd Blanche Appointed Acting Attorney General
March 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Mar 7 Sat
News: Politics · United States
Kristi Noem Reassigned: From DHS Secretary to Shield of Americas Envoy in Doral
Mar 1 Sun
News: Military · United States
Whoop Tracker Cleared in White House Security Scare During Iran Strike
Whoop CEO Will Ahmed clarified that the device worn by Susie Wiles in a viral White House photo during Operation Epic Fury was an NSA-approved Whoop…
February 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Feb 20 Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump Blasts Supreme Court Tariff Ruling from White House
December 2025
4 stories: 4 news stories
Dec 26 Fri
News: Politics · World
Palau US Deportees Deal: $7.5M Aid for 75 Migrants
Dec 9 Tue
News: Politics · United States
ICE: Illinois Released 1,768 Detainees Amid Sanctuary Law Debate
Dec 3 Wed
News: Politics · United States
Trump Proposes Eliminating Income Tax with Tariff Revenue
Dec 2 Tue
News: Politics · United States
Kristi Noem Calls for Expanded Travel Ban After DC Attack
November 2025
8 stories: 8 news stories
Nov 28 Fri
News: Politics · United States
Treasury to End Tax Credits for Undocumented Immigrants
The Treasury Department, led by Sec. Scott Bessent, will restrict federal tax credits for undocumented immigrants starting in 2026, aligning with Trump administration policies.
Nov 24 Mon
News: Politics · United States
Trump Launches Genesis Mission AI for Scientific Discovery
Nov 23 Sun
News: Politics · United States
Trump Blasts “Lowlifes” Rand Paul, Greene on Truth Social
Nov 21 Fri
News: Politics · United States
Trump, Mamdani Meet on NYC Affordability Crisis & Housing
Nov 14 Fri
News: Transportation · United States
Court Blocks Trump Immigrant CDL Rules in DC
Nov 6 Thu
News: Politics · United States
Supreme Court Allows Trump Passport Sex Markers Policy
Nov 5 Wed
News: Election · California
Newsom Hails Prop 50 Win, Accuses Trump of Voter Intimidation
Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a powerful election night speech after Proposition 50's passage, celebrating its democratic victory and sharply criticizing President Trump for alleged voter intimidation…
Nov 2 Sun
News: Politics · United States
Judges Order SNAP Benefits Maintained During Government Shutdown
October 2025
9 stories: 9 news stories
Oct 25 Sat
News: Politics · United States
White House Ballroom: Trump Naming Controversy Sparks Criticism
Oct 22 Wed
News: Crime and Justice · United States
White House Car Crash: Driver Dies at DC Security Barricade
Oct 15 Wed
News: Politics · United States
Erika Kirk Accepts Presidential Medal of Freedom for Charlie Kirk
Oct 12 Sun
News: Military · United States
Trump Orders Hegseth: Pay Troops Amid US Shutdown
Oct 9 Thu
News: Politics · United States
Senate Rejects Bid to Block Trump Drug Boat Strikes
Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to curb President Trump's authority for military strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels. Understand the debate.
Oct 7 Tue
News: Politics · United States
Trump Blames Democrats for 2025 US Government Shutdown
Oct 5 Sun
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Judge Blocks Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Portland
Oct 4 Sat
News: Military · World
Hamas Accepts US Peace Plan for Gaza: Ceasefire & Hostage Talks
Oct 2 Thu
News: Politics · United States
Trump’s 2025 Shutdown Strategy: Reshaping Federal Government
September 2025
14 stories: 14 news stories
Sep 26 Fri
News: Crime and Justice · California
Illegal Immigrant Truck Crash in CA Severely Injures Girl
September 2025 continues on page 2 with 13 more stories.