Jason Lemon
Senior Reporter
Before joining Newsweek, Jason Lemon was a contributor to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, where he wrote primarily about health, science and the environment. Prior to that, he spent five years living in Lebanon, where he helped build a Middle East-focused viral media startup called StepFeed. He has also written for a range of Middle Eastern and Western publications including The Christian Science Monitor, The Palm Beach Post, Al Fanar Media and A Magazine.
Putin in 'Strategic Disaster' With Ukraine War, Says Retired US General
The Russian president's forces are "doing very badly," and he underestimated the Western response, Barry McCaffrey said Sunday.
Fox Host Confronts Republican for Voting Against Ukraine Aid: 'Defend That'
Many GOP senators criticized the lack of time they were given to review the bill that provided funding for a range of different government priorities.
Not Charging Trump Will 'Destroy' Legitimacy of US Institutions: Kirschner
The former Army prosecutor said there is "overwhelming evidence" to hold Trump accountable.
Biden's Ukraine-Russia Response Makes Majority of Americans Feel 'Insecure'
Approval of the president's handling of the war has ticked upward, however, rising from 41 percent to 46 percent.
Trump 'Consumed by Spite,' Says GOP's Tom Rice After Ex-President's Attacks
The South Carolina congressman described the former president as a "would-be tyrant."
Mike Lindell Dubs Politicians Who Don't Back Trump Election Lies Traitors
The MyPillow CEO warned Republican state officials that don't support his discredited claims, saying "I'm coming for you."
Eric Trump Claims No Homeless in Florida Despite 3rd Highest Level in U.S.
The former president's son also claimed the state has the "lowest taxes in the nation," which is not true.
Adam Kinzinger: Zelensky 'Three Times the Man' Trump, Cawthorn Are Combined
The Republican congressman said Trump "is the most soft coddled person I've met."
Trump Arrives for South Carolina Rally as Probes, Putin Remarks Up Pressure
Legal experts say it is increasingly likely that the former president will face criminal charges related to the events of January 6, 2021.
'Disaster' Coming for Putin's Economy as Sanctions Hit, Russian Expert Says
Putin has downplayed the impact of Western sanctions, saying they "will all lead to an increase in our independence."
Will Food Costs Surge as Much as Gas Prices Due to Russia-Ukraine War?
An economist told Newsweek that both could "end up 9 percent higher on the year."
Cheney, Kinzinger Blast Madison Cawthorn for 'Echoing Putin Propaganda'
The criticism of the GOP congressman came after he called Ukraine's president a "thug" and his government "incredibly evil."
Putin, McConnell Scoff at Biden for Blaming Gas Price Hike on Russia
The White House has dubbed the increase in fuel costs "Putin's price hike," but McConnell called that "laugh-out-loud revisionist history."
'Trump Will Be Charged,' Kirschner Concludes After AG Garland's Remarks
Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a new interview that "everyone" who committed crimes connected with January 6, 2021, will be held accountable.
Bread, Beer, Meat Prices Could Skyrocket as Ukraine Conflict Continues
One economic expert told Newsweek a 10 to 15 percent increase in the cost of baked goods is expected.
Garland Says DOJ 'Not Avoiding Political Cases' as Many Demand Trump Probe
The attorney general said the Justice Department would hold "everyone accountable who committed criminal acts with respect to January 6."
Trump-Backed Candidate Storms Out of Event After Tirade Over Speaking Order
Georgia's Vernon Jones previously served as a state Democratic lawmaker before announcing he joined the GOP on January 6, 2021.
AMEX Condemns Putin's 'Unjustified Attack,' Ends Service in Russia, Belarus
The decision from the finance company came after Visa and MasterCard announced Saturday that they would terminate operations in Russia.
Kinzinger Knocks Haley for 'Still' Doing Trump Bidding After Ukraine Remark
Nikki Haley argued on Sunday that Russia's invasion of Ukraine "never would have happened" if Trump was still president.
Russian Elite 'Freaking Out', Sell Assets Amid Sanctions: Ex-U.S. Official
The former State Department official noted that lawyers for Russian oligarchs "are busy right now" as they attempt to move assets and relocate yachts.
Joe Manchin Wants Ukraine No-Fly Zone as Option After Zelensky Warning
"I would take nothing off the table," the West Virginia Democrat said on Sunday.
Trump Wants to Put China's Flag on Jets to 'Bomb the Sh*t' Out of Russia
"And then they start fighting with each other and we sit back and watch," the former president said.
Russia Vows Prosecution of Foreign Fighters After 16K Join Ukraine
A spokesperson for Russia's Defense Ministry described them as "mercenaries," saying they would not "enjoy the status of prisoners of war."
Over 12K Christians Urge Greene, Gosar Censure for White Nationalist Event
Faithful America accused Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of "twisting our faith into an excuse for propping up racist authoritarians."
Kirschner Urges Trump Indictment 'Must Follow' New Jan. 6 Court Filing
"We've seen overwhelming evidence," the former U.S. Army prosecutor said, alleging that Trump was "involved in a conspiracy to commit offenses against the U.S."
Russia Thinks West Will 'Get Over' Ukraine War, Calls Response 'Hysteria'
After dismissing international condemnation, Russia's foreign minister said "it's clear to everyone that World War III can only be a nuclear one."
Mike Lindell Melts Down at CPAC, Calls Reporter 'Disgusting' and 'Traitor'
The MyPillow CEO led conservative attendees of the conference to berate the CBS News journalist.
Ukraine War Will Be 'Catastrophic' for Russia: Moscow Billionaire
Another oligarch called for peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv to commence "as fast as possible."
Vladimir Putin Increasingly 'Erratic' and 'Delusional': Condoleezza Rice
The former secretary of state suggested Russians "bit off more than they can chew" with the invasion of Ukraine.
Putin Doesn't Have the Troops to 'Subdue' Ukraine: Former CIA Station Chief
Daniel N. Hoffman said on Saturday that it appears "Russia has overstretched" its military.
