Gabe Whisnant
Deputy Weekend Editor
Gabe Whisnant is Deputy Weekend Editor at Newsweek based in South Carolina. Prior to joining Newsweek in 2023, he directed daily publications in North and South Carolina. As an executive editor, Gabe led award-winning coverage of Charleston church shooter Dylan Roof's capture in 2015, along with coverage of the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Wilmington. You can get in touch with Gabe by emailing g.whisnant@newsweek.com. Find him on Twitter @GabeWhisnant.
Delta plane crashes at Toronto airport, upside down on runway: what we know
A plane crash occurred at Toronto Pearson International Airport, prompting a response from emergency and police authorities.
DOJ asks court to dismiss Eric Adams case after officials quit in protest
The formal move to end the prosecution of the New York City mayor came after days of turmoil in the Justice Department.
Judge blocks Trump's efforts to dismantle consumer watchdog agency
The judge's decision comes after the Trump administration initiated mass layoffs at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Americans want cuts, but not to Social Security, education, Medicare: Poll
For years, lawmakers have struggled to balance reducing government spending while maintaining funding for essential services.
Judge extends ban on Musk's DOGE from accessing sensitive Treasury systems
Nineteen AGs sued after DOGE gained access to the Treasury's payments system, which controls trillions of dollars in disbursements.
DC crash update: Helicopter crew may not have heard crucial instructions
The Black Hawk was conducting a check flight, and the pilot was being tested on night vision goggle uses and instrument flying.
White House escalates "Gulf of America" dispute with AP
The Trump administration disputes the AP's decision to continue using the name "Gulf of Mexico" instead of "Gulf of America."
After drone strikes Chernobyl nuclear plant, radiation levels remain normal
The IAEA, which has a team stationed at the site, did not assign blame but confirmed that its observers heard an explosion.
Prosecutor resigns, warns Trump's DOJ: 'It was never going to be me'
The attorney became the seventh official to resign amid the push to dismiss the case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Trump moves to fire staff overseeing nuclear weapons then backtracks—Report
The Department of Energy employs approximately 14,000 workers and oversees 95,000 contractors across energy and security sectors.
Trump administration slashes CDC workforce by 10 percent in sweeping cuts
The agency's leadership was informed of the decision Friday in a verbal notice from the Department of Health and Human Services.
Zelensky draws red line for Trump and Putin
Zelensky believes Trump is the key to ending the Russia-Ukraine war and said the U.S. president gave him his direct phone number.
Trump announces plan to equip India with F-35 stealth fighters
The advanced fighter jet is a major asset for India, which has strengthened defense ties with the U.S. in recent years.
US follows Trump order with sanctions on top ICC prosecutor
Karim Khan was added to Washington's "Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons" list.
Interstate crash in whiteout conditions causes 100-vehicle pileup
Authorities say a crash on Interstate 84 near Portland, Oregon, in whiteout conditions caused a more than 100-vehicle pileup.
Donald Trump reacts to rising US prices after announcing reciprocal tariffs
Trump's administration maintains that its new tariffs are intended to level the playing field for U.S. and foreign manufacturers.
Donald Trump still wants Russia back in G7
Russia had been a member of the G7, then known as the G8 until Moscow was excluded following its annexation of Crimea in 2014.
GOP congressman evacuates New York office due to "white powdery substance"
Langworthy said his office "immediately notified local law enforcement and Capitol Police" after receiving a suspicious envelope.
Student Loan Update: Linda McMahon Reveals Details of Trump Admin's Plan
McMahon said that while the administration aims to restructure the Department of Education, key programs will continue to operate.
Minnesota senator's announcement just made Democrats' job tougher
Sen. Tina Smith said she wants to spend more time with her family after 20 years of work in the public sector.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as Trump's health secretary
As health secretary, Kennedy will oversee $1.7 trillion in spending on vaccines, food safety, and health insurance programs.
Hegseth says "everything is on the table" for Russia-Ukraine negotiations
Hegseth's assertion that NATO membership for Ukraine is unrealistic fueled debate over the West's long-term commitment to Kyiv.
SpaceX one step closer to creating Texas city: what to know about 'Starbase
Elon Musk, a billionaire ally of President Donald Trump, has steadily expanded his business footprint across Texas.
Judge upholds Trump's resignation offer to federal employees
U.S. District Judge George O'Toole Jr. in Boston ruled that the labor unions lacked legal standing to challenge the program.
Pam Bondi announces lawsuit against New York over immigration—"You're next"
The new lawsuit comes after the U.S. government filed litigation against Illinois, the city of Chicago and Cook County.
Seven hospitalized after suspected carbon monoxide leak at daycare
Multiple emergency vehicles are on the scene at Kittery, Maine's Building Blocks Learning Center.
Trump administration scores legal victory over New York FEMA funding
The ruling comes after Elon Musk claimed, without evidence, that $59 million in FEMA funds were used to cover high-end hotels for migrants.
White House reacts to "constitutional crisis" claims
Judges have blocked Trump on immigration, federal spending and other issues, setting the stage for protracted legal battles.
White House says American citizen, two others released from Belarus prison
A U.S. official told reporters Wednesday that one individual is an American citizen who wishes to remain anonymous.
Trump speaks to Putin, negotiations on Ukraine war to start "immediately"
The Kremlin said the call lasted around 90 minutes and covered a range of global issues, including the Ukraine war.
