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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

30 stories

  1. June 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  2. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Admin Defends White House UFC Event Amid Lawsuit

    The Trump administration is defending a controversial UFC event planned for the White House South Lawn against a last-minute lawsuit seeking to block it. Find out why critics are calling foul.

  3. May 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  4. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Federal Judge Orders Trump’s Name Removed from Kennedy Center

  5. Sat

    News: Politics · World

    Trump: Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire & 1000-for-1000 Prisoner Swap

  6. April 2026

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  7. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Federal Judge Halts White House Ballroom Construction

  8. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Fires Pam Bondi, Names Todd Blanche Acting AG

  9. March 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  10. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Whoop CEO Dispels White House Security Fears Over Wiles’ Device

  11. February 2026

    1 story: 1 news story

  12. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs: President Reacts

    President Trump lashed out at liberal justices and announced new tariff plans after the Supreme Court largely struck down his tariffs on Feb 20, 2026. Dive…

  13. December 2025

    4 stories: 4 news stories

  14. Sat

    News: Politics · World

    Palau Accepts US Deportees for $7.5M Aid: Labor Shortage Deal

  15. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump’s White House Address: Economic Boost & Warrior Dividends

  16. Wed

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump: No Federal Income Tax, Government Funded by Tariffs

  17. Tue

    News: Politics · United States

    Kristi Noem Demands Sweeping Travel Ban After DC Attack

  18. November 2025

    8 stories: 8 news stories

  19. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Treasury to Cut Tax Benefits for Undocumented Immigrants

  20. Mon

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Launches Genesis Mission AI for Scientific Discovery

    President Trump launches the Genesis Mission, a major AI initiative to accelerate scientific discovery, strengthen national security, and enhance energy dominance.

  21. Mon

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump Claims GOP Unity, Slams Lawmakers as ‘Lowlifes’

  22. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump, Mamdani Meet on NYC Affordability & Housing

  23. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    DC Court Blocks Trump Immigrant CDL Rule

  24. Fri

    News: Politics · United States

    Supreme Court Backs Trump on Passport Sex Markers | US Policy

  25. Wed

    News: Politics · United States

    Newsom Declares Victory on Prop 50, Slams Trump Tactics

  26. Sun

    News: Politics · United States

    Federal Judges Order SNAP Benefits During Trump Shutdown

    Two federal judges ordered the Trump administration to continue SNAP benefits during a government shutdown, safeguarding vital food assistance for millions of Americans. Get the full…

  27. October 2025

    9 stories: 9 news stories

  28. Sat

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump White House Ballroom: East Wing Demolition & Naming

  29. Wed

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    White House Barricade Rammed in DC: Driver Arrested

  30. Wed

    News: Politics · United States

    Erika Kirk’s Emotional White House Tribute to Charlie Kirk

  31. Sun

    News: Military · United States

    Trump Directs Pete Hegseth: Military Pay During Shutdown

  32. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Senate Republicans Block Bill Limiting Trump War Powers on Drug Operations

  33. Tue

    News: Politics · United States

    Donald Trump Blames Democrats for US Government Shutdown

    Donald Trump demands immediate reopening of the US government, blasting Democrats for the ongoing shutdown. He insists Democrats are to blame as legislative deadlock persists.

  34. Sun

    News: Military · United States

    Federal Judge Blocks Trump National Guard in Portland

  35. Sat

    News: Politics · World

    Hamas Accepts US Gaza Peace Plan: Key Hurdles Remain

  36. Thu

    News: Politics · United States

    Trump’s Shutdown Plan: Mass Firings & Legal Challenges

  37. September 2025

    2 stories: 2 news stories

  38. Fri

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Illegal Immigrant Truck Crash Critically Injures California Girl

  39. Wed

    News: Politics · United States

    Bessent Warns No NYC Bailout if Mamdani Policies Enacted