Katherine Fung
Senior Writer
Katherine Fung is a Newsweek reporter based in New York City. Her focus is reporting on U.S. and world politics. She has covered the Republican primary elections and the American education system extensively. Katherine joined Newsweek in 2020 and had previously worked at Good Housekeeping and Marie Claire. She is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and obtained her Master's degree from New York University. You can get in touch with Katherine by emailing k.fung@newsweek.com. Languages: English.
Republicans mocked for Fox News Speaker debate plan: "Will there be roses?"
The network's plan to host a debate involving candidates running for the speakership was ridiculed, drawing comparisons to reality TV.
Donald Trump drops another lawsuit in legal retreat
The former president no longer is suing Judge Arthur Engoron, who is presiding over his civil fraud trial in New York.
Jan. 6 rioter blasts Donald Trump in court memo, slams MAGA "grifters"
In a memo filed ahead of his sentencing hearing, Shane Jenkins' legal team called Trump was one of the most notable election fraud "grifters."
Donald Trump's net worth at risk of "catastrophic" hit: Lawyer
"It's like a balloon popping," former federal prosecutor Michael McAuliffe said of Trump's net worth. "Once the air starts escaping, it's hard to stop."
Judge blocks Trump from secretly transferring his money
Trump has been ordered to disclose of "any anticipated transfer of assets" to a court-appointed monitor in a move that will prevent Trump from hiding his money.
Liz Cheney's ominous warning about Jim Jordan's House Speaker bid
Cheney warned that if Jordan were elected as the next Speaker, House Republicans could no longer "be counted on to defend the Constitution."
Donald Trump rages against judge days after gag order issued
"Every decision he makes has been a horror show," Trump lamented less than two days after Judge Engoron barred him from commenting on court staff.
Was Matt Gaetz's power move a smart one?
"Gaetz may have taken down the Speaker of the U.S. House, but in doing so jeopardized his own future," political scientist Gregory Koger told Newsweek.
Donald Trump starts to crack
The former president is growing increasingly irritated in the courtroom as the civil trial in Manhattan continues into its third day.
Rudy Giuliani's legal troubles just got worse
A second defense attorney for Rudy Giuliani is withdrawing from his team in Georgia, leaving the former New York City mayor with no local lawyer.
Republicans already barred Trump from being speaker of the House
A House GOP Conference rule blocks anyone who has been indicted for a charge with a sentence of two or more years from House leadership.
Who could replace Kevin McCarthy? List of potential new speakers
The House will have to elect a new speaker for the second time in 10 months.
Judge scolds Trump's lawyers after they show up late to court
"I like to run a tight ship," Judge Arthur Engoron warned Trump's legal team.
Melania Trump saving Donald's business would come with demands
The former first lady could be the one to save her husband's real estate empire, but her former staffer told Newsweek Melania's help would come with conditions.
Republicans start to panic about Trump's chances against RFK Jr.
Conservatives are concerned that Kennedy will pull "I don't trust the government" voters from Trump if Kennedy runs as an independent in 2024.
The rise and fall of Mike Lindell
In 2018, Lindell said his company's annual revenue was nearly $300 million. But MyPillow has since been dropped by major retailers and had its credit line cut.
Supreme Court faces high-stakes cases: What to know
The Supreme Court is returning on Monday to begin the 2023-2024 term, which will include key cases on gun rights and free speech on social media.
Melania Trump could save Donald's New York business
The former first lady could help her husband hold onto the real estate empire that launched him into fame.
America's "child care apocalypse" is right around the corner
A government shutdown means that about 3.2 million children could lose child care, estimates suggest.
What Dianne Feinstein's death means for Senate Democrats
The pressure is now on California Gavin Newsom to pick her replacement as quickly as possible.
Georgia Republicans remove Fani Willis' biggest threat
State Republicans have voted to oust a colleague for leading the impeachment efforts against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
Donald Trump headed for disappointment
Trump's endorsement request in Michigan is likely to go ignored.
Biden impeachment hearing descends into chaos: "You're out of order"
Within the first couple of hours of the first impeachment hearing, lawmakers began sparring and talking over one another.
Man who carried Clinton's nuclear codes is worried about Joe Biden
"Right now, Captain Applesauce has the codes. Worry about that," former military aide Buzz Patterson said of President Joe Biden.
DeSantis, Newsom debate puts MAGA in an awkward spot
In an effort to attack Trump's GOP rival, MAGA fans praised Democrat Gavin Newsom ahead of his debate with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Republicans want their staffers to be able to unionize
The California Legislature—where Republican staffers make less than Democratic staffers—is the only branch of state government that doesn't allow unionization.
Housing market is days away from a major disruption
"What the housing market needs now is stability and certainty," NAHB told Congress in a letter urging lawmakers to extend the National Flood Insurance Program.
Trump increases Mar-a-Lago value hours after judge rules against him
Raging against Tuesday's court ruling, Trump said his property was worth $300 million more than he initially claimed it to be.
Republicans risk losing key voters with shutdown
A new poll shows this group of voters is the least likely to blame Democrats for the possible government shutdown.
Bob Menendez feels the heat from Democrats
At least six Senate Democrats have called on New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez to step down following his indictment.
