Kaitlin Lewis
Night Reporter
Kaitlin Lewis is a Newsweek reporter on the Night Team based in Boston, Massachusetts. Her focus is reporting on national news and politics, where she has covered events such as the 2022 Midterm Election, live campaign rallies and candidate debates for Newsweek. She also covers court and crime stories. Kaitlin joined Newsweek in May 2022 as a Fellow before starting full time in September 2022. She graduated from the University of Dayton and previously worked as a breaking news intern at the Cincinnati Enquirer. You can get in touch with Kaitlin by emailing [email protected]. Languages: English.
Biden impeachment inquiry hearing: First witnesses, what to know
The House Oversight Committee announced that the first impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden will be held Thursday.
Medicaid Expansion Update: North Carolina gets start date
Medicaid expansion is set to begin on December 1, state Governor Roy Cooper announced.
Trump team reacts to Biden's plan to join UAW picket line
Biden responded to a challenge from UAW President Shawn Fain to show up in person to support autoworkers as they continue to strike against manufacturers.
Ukraine war map shows Crimea strikes amid Black Sea headquarters damage
Ukraine has ramped up its attacks against the strategic peninsula since launching its counteroffensive, targeting Russian infrastructure and military depots.
Tropical Storm Ophelia Update: Track shows impact to these states
The National Hurricane Center said that tropical storm conditions are expected to reach parts of coastal North Carolina overnight into Saturday.
Saltwater wedge in Mississippi River sparks state of emergency
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell signed a state of emergency on Friday in response to saltwater intrusion impacting drinking water in southern Louisiana.
Mary Trump explains obvious sign "weak loser" Donald Trump is squirming
The former president's niece ripped Trump Thursday night, saying that her uncle must have "off-the-charts" anxiety over what's in store for him.
Biden scoffs as House heads home amid impending shutdown
A weary House GOP failed to bring up a Pentagon spending bill—a historically non-controversial measure—for debate for the second time this week on Thursday.
Congressman shares "very elusive" NASA remarks from UFO meeting
Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett said he left a meeting with NASA representatives on Thursday "disappointed" as lawmakers look for answers on UFOs.
Anthony Sanchez's last words before Oklahoma execution
Sanchez was convicted in 2006 for the murder of Jewell Busken. His lawyers argued that his late father, Thomas Glen Sanchez, may have been the real killer.
Russian troops reportedly abandon Bakhmut post amid "hysterical" orders
A group of Russian soldiers said in a video that they abandoned their equipment after being ordered to fight in the direction of the front lines near Bakhmut.
Key moments from Donald Trump's Iowa rally
The former president on Wednesday addressed supporters in Maquoketa, Iowa, touting his policies on immigration, the auto industry and abortion.
Student loans canceled for 1,200 people: How to know if you're eligible
President Biden's latest debt relief plan will forgive over $37 million in loans for students who attended the University of Phoenix.
Trump will be convicted with "chorus of Republican voices": Kirschner
The ex-prosecutor praised former Trump aide Molly Michael for cooperating with federal prosecutors investigating the classified documents case.
Zelensky prods Trump for details of Ukraine peace plan
The former president said he could find a "fair deal" between Ukraine and Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky encouraged him to release the plan.
Retired general calls out Republicans on supporting the troops
Retired Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling said that it's becoming "hard to hear" those in the GOP who say they're dedicated to supporting the U.S. military.
Russian troops near Bakhmut likely "battle-weary" as Ukraine advances: ISW
Ukrainian troops have recently liberated two key settlements south of Bakhmut, which could be a sign that Russia's forces in the region are degrading.
Ukraine video shows destruction in reclaimed village near Bakhmut
Ukraine announced on Sunday that its troops had reclaimed the village of Klishchiivka, southwest of the occupied city of Bakhmut.
Missing F-35 Update: What we know as plane debris located
The fighter jet, which went missing on Sunday, was found roughly two hours north of the Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina, officials said.
Hurricane Lee tracker shows storm approach New England, Canada
Parts of New England were placed under a tropical storm warning as the Category 1 storm swirls northeast.
Read Donald Trump's Truth Social posts cited in call for "narrow" gag order
Federal prosecutors have requested that restrictions be placed on Trump's public statements regarding the 2020 election subversion case.
Key Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov is critically ill: Ukrainian report
Ukrainian intelligence representative Andriy Yusov told several news outlets Friday that Kadyrov is believed to be in "critical condition."
UAW Strike Update: What's next as auto workers walk out
Three facilities across three different states went on strike at midnight in the first wave of the union's work stoppage.
Crimea strike suggests "systemic failures" of Russian air defense: ISW
Kyiv said that it successfully hit a Russian missile defense system docked in Crimea on Thursday, adding to the list of attacks along the Black Sea peninsula.
UAW rips Ford CEO's $21 million compensation as strike looms
Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley said that meeting the union's wage demands would drive the company to bankruptcy.
UFO witness rips hearing with alleged alien bodies: "Unsubstantiated stunt"
Ex-U.S. Navy pilot Ryan Graves appeared before the Mexican Congress on Tuesday to share his UFO experience.
Russia may suffer "reverberating impacts" after shipyard strike: ISW
Ukraine destroyed parts of Russia's Black Sea Fleet in a missile attack on the Crimean port of Sevastopol overnight Wednesday.
Idaho Murder Update: Victims' families plea for transparency in courtroom
Attorneys on both sides have requested that cameras be banned or restricted in court. Families say that cameras are "vitally important" for a fair trial.
Tommy Tuberville is giving China reason to celebrate: Sen. Mark Kelly
Kelly spoke with MSNBC as Tuberville continues to block the Senate Committee on Armed Services from confirming military nominations.
Ukraine map shows "limited gains" near Bakhmut
Maps compiled by the Institute for the Study of War show Ukraine made small gains in the villages surrounding Bakhmut over the past few days.
