Darragh Roche
US News Reporter
Darragh Roche is a U.S. News Reporter based in Limerick, Ireland. His focus is reporting on U.S. politics. He has covered the Biden administration, election polling and the U.S. Supreme Court. Darragh joined Newsweek in 2020 from PoliticusUSA and had previously worked at The Contemptor. He attended the University of Limerick, Ireland and ELTE, Hungary. Languages: English, German.
You can get in touch with Darragh by emailing d.roche@newsweek.com.
Is 'The Squad' suddenly falling apart?
Two members of the progressive Squad have been defeated. What now?
Franklin Graham rails against 'Evangelicals for Harris'
The new faith group is one of several organizations that has emerged in support of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign.
Kamala Harris' chances of winning a landslide, according to polls
The vice president has been polling well in key battleground states that will decide the outcome of the presidential election.
Jon Tester behind in Montana as Democrats face losing Senate
A new poll shows Tester's Trump-endorsed opponent Tom Sheehy leading the senator with just months until the election.
Donald Trump suffers double polling blow against Kamala Harris
Recent polling shows a mixed picture for Harris and Trump with just over 100 days until the presidential election.
Kamala Harris "spoke with" running mate contender right after Biden quit
Speculation continues to grow about who Harris will choose to join her on the 2024 Democratic ticket.
Nikki Haley goes to war with Haley Voters PAC for supporting Kamala Harris
A group that backed the former governor of South Carolina in the Republican primaries have decided to support the vice president.
Kamala Harris should pick this running mate against Trump—DNC delegates
Several potential vice presidential candidates have reportedly been asked for vetting materials by the Harris campaign.
Josh Shapiro could help Kamala Harris win Jewish voters, but is a big risk
Shapiro is one of several potential vice presidential picks who has reportedly been contacted by the Harris campaign.
Donald Trump risks Kamala Harris surge in independent voters
New polling suggests Vice President Harris is far more popular with independent voters than President Joe Biden.
Kamala Harris' running mate selection narrows: Report
The Harris campaign has reportedly sent vetting materials to several potential vice presidential nominees.
Kamala Harris' choice of campaign chief raises eyebrows
The vice president has chosen the chair of the Biden-Harris campaign to lead efforts to secure her election to the White House.
Doctor says if Joe Biden has Parkinson's he can still function as president
A doctor told The New York Times editorial board that they were wrong to call for President Biden to step aside.
Two thirds of Americans want Joe Biden gone
A new poll also suggested Kamala Harris would out perform Biden against Donald Trump.
Clarence Thomas' yacht trip to Russia raises questions
Democrats in the House of Representatives filed articles of impeachment against Thomas this week for failing to disclose gifts and reimbursements.
Senate Democrats turn on Joe Biden
Democratic senators are due to have a meeting on Thursday with advisers from President Biden's campaign.
How Joe Biden could be challenged at Democratic convention
President Biden has said he will stay in the race despite some calls for him to withdraw following a poor debate performance.
Hope Hicks could crush Donald Trump's hopes of legal appeal
The former president is seeking to have his Manhattan conviction overturned following a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court.
Young people are flocking to the Republican Party
New polling from Pew Research shows Republicans leading among voters aged 18 to 29, just months before the presidential election.
Michelle Obama fans beg her to replace Joe Biden: "Save our country"
The former first lady has never expressed an interest in running for president, despite speculation about her political ambitions.
Donald Trump's income tax cut would cost average family $5,000—Economist
The former president reportedly suggested replacing income tax by introducing tariffs on imports into the U.S.
Samuel Alito's Supreme Court call stuns legal analysts: "Remarkable shift"
Justice Alito joined the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court to maintain access to abortion medication mifepristone.
Donald Trump at risk of losing Florida, recent polls suggest
Trump won the state of Florida in 2016 and 2020 and victory there in November could be key to his reelection efforts.
Clarence Thomas: Full list of free luxury trips revealed
The Senate Judiciary Committee has said it found three trips the Supreme Court justice has not previously disclosed.
Donald Trump suffers double polling blow among independents
The Republican candidate is trailing President Joe Biden among independent voters in two recent polls.
Judge Merchan powerless to stop Republicans doing Trump's "dirty work"
The former president has brought elected Republicans with him to attend his Manhattan criminal trial.
Alina Habba says Donald Trump trials have hit new low
Former President Trump's ex-lawyer testified in a Manhattan court on Monday amid his old boss's ongoing trial.
West Virginia, Maryland primaries: Key things to watch
Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley remains on Tuesday's primary ballots despite dropping out of the race.
Donald Trump's "angry" speech outside court mocked: "Unhinged"
The former president described Judge Juan Merchan as "corrupt" in remarks about his ongoing criminal trial in New York.
Joe Biden's Rafah red line upends US-Israel relationship
President Joe Biden has said that he will not supply bombs to Israel to be used in a ground assault on Rafah.
