Melina Wisecup is NTD's congressional correspondent based in Washington, covering Capitol Hill and campaign politics.

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The Capitol Report is a political news show based in Washington D.C. We provide the world with a direct channel to the voices and people who shape policy in America. Capitol Report features all of the political news of the day with expert interviews and analysis.

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Many Students Engaging in Campus Riots Are International, Middle Eastern; Colleges Don't Discipline Them: Author

Senate Passes $70 Billion ICE, Border Patrol Funding, Experts Weigh In

Travis Gillmore is an avid reader and journalism connoisseur based in California covering finance, politics, the State Capitol, and breaking news for The Epoch Times.

Travis Gillmore

Iris Tao is NTD's White House correspondent based in Washington. Prior to her work at the White House, Iris reported on U.S. politics and U.S.–China relations from NTD’s New York headquarters. She holds degrees in journalism and economics from Boston University.

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Trump Unveils $700 Million Investment in Coal Industry

Steve Lance is NTD's Washington D.C. Bureau Chief and chief political correspondent. Steve anchors NTD's "Capitol Report," a political news show based in the nation's capital aimed at providing a direct channel to the voices and people who shape policy in America. Steve also co-moderates NTD's special election coverage "The Nation Decides."

Steve Lance

NBA Players Criticizing America Does Not Affect Their Pockets; Hypocritical to Take Millions of Dollars From CCP: Enes Kanter Freedom

US Living Under Insular National Security State Since 1940s; American People Want New People: Former DOJ Official

People Are Vulnerable to Progressive Promises During Difficult Economic Times: Panel

Government Should Make up for Abuse of Power in Biden Admin, J6 Committee Weaponized Against Conservatives: Rep. Comer

Mary Man is a writer for NTD. She has traveled around the world covering China, international news, and arts and culture.

Mary Man

Trump to NTD: Communist Policies Cause ‘Death and Destruction’

Sen. Blackburn Introduces Fraud Accountability Act Specific to Non-Citizens, Provisions to Trigger Deportation

Steve Hilton Victory Would Encourage People to Invest More in California: Panel

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (June 5)

Trump Launches ‘Clean, Beautiful Coal’; Congress Tackles Welfare Fraud

Trump Tells NTD White House Reporter About Perils of Communism; LA Mayoral, CA Gubernatorial Primaries

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (June 2)

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (June 1)

Jack Bradley is a Washington correspondent for NTD News based in Washington, D.C. Jack previously anchored "NTD Newsroom" and worked as an assistant producer for the show. 

Jack Bradley

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (May 29)

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (May 28)

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (May 27)

Capitol Report Full Broadcast (May 26)

Sacrifice, Freedom, and the Spirit of 1776 | Capitol Report Memorial Day Special

The Associated Press is an American not-for-profit news agency headquartered in New York City. 

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California

More Than 17,000 Under Evacuation Orders as Southern California Wildfire Threatens Homes

Rudy Blalock is a Southern California-based daily news reporter for NTD. Originally from Michigan, he moved to California in 2017 and the sunshine and ocean have kept him here since. In his free time, he may be found underwater scuba diving, on top of a mountain hiking or snowboarding, or at home meditating—which helps fuel his active lifestyle.

Rudy Blalock

40,000 Ordered to Evacuate as Chemical Tank Leaks, Threatens Explosion in California

Video of US Fighter Jet Shooting Down UFO Over Lake Huron Emerges in New Pentagon Files

Daniel Monaghan is a reporter for NTD News covering culture, social issues, and education. He holds a BA in Political Science and Government.

Daniel Monaghan

China News

Epoch Times Obtains Over 2,000 Unseen Tiananmen Square Photos on 37th Anniversary of the June 4th Massacre

Ryan Morgan is a reporter for The Epoch Times focusing on military and foreign affairs. He was previously a news writer for NTD. 


Ryan Morgan

Mari Otsu is NTD's White House correspondent based in Washington. 

Mari Otsu

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3 US Warships Fend Off Iranian Attacks, Trump Says Ceasefire Still Holds

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News you can trust from the U.S. and around the world. Critical information and insight. We cover the stories that others don’t. NTD News Today airs Monday–Friday at 11 a.m. ET.

NTD News Today

US Government Sues Chick-fil-A Over Religious Rights

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Kyle Busch, Two-Time NASCAR Champion, Dies at 41

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Medical Plane Crash in New Mexico Mountains Kills 4, Sparks Wildfire

California Mayor Resigns, Will Plead Guilty to Acting as Chinese Agent

Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.

Jill McLaughlin

We present news that is truthful and based on facts, outside of the political fog. Instead of focusing on the negative things happening around us, our mission is to give our viewers a good morning with empathetic and uplifting stories. Our aim is to provide an antidote to negativity by shining a light on the best side of people. We speak to inspiring people who positively impact communities, pursue topics that represent our common human values, and will never miss an opportunity to bring you heartwarming stories.

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Scott Pelley Fired by ’60 Minutes’ After Clash With Management

Kaivan Shroff, attorney and former Democratic campaign staffer for Hillary Clinton, and Chet Love, Republican strategist and founding partner of the Cornerstone Group, discussed with NTD's Steve Lance President Donald Trump's executive order extending the TikTok ban deadline for the third time, his ban on negative signage at national parks, and Shell CEO Wael Sawan's warning about further escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict. The oil company head said a blockage in the Strait of Hormuz would have a "a huge impact on global trade."

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Trump Does Not Have Authority to Extend the TikTok Ban Deadline; His Ban on Negative Signage at National Parks 'Great Thing': Panel

Jan Jekielek is a senior editor with The Epoch Times, host of the show “American Thought Leaders” and co-host of “FALLOUT” with Dr. Robert Malone and “Kash’s Corner” with Kash Patel. Jan’s career has spanned academia, international human rights work, and now for almost two decades, media. He has interviewed nearly a thousand thought leaders on camera, and specializes in long-form discussions challenging the grand narratives of our time. He’s also an award-winning documentary filmmaker, producing “The Unseen Crisis: Vaccine Stories You Were Never Told,” “DeSantis: Florida vs. Lockdowns,” and “Finding Manny.”

Jan Jekielek

Homesteaders Showcase Homegrown Food at 2025 Food Independence Summit

If US Gets Involved in Iran, Likely to Be Limited Strikes on Nuclear Sites; Low Expectations Iran Will Come to Table in Good Faith: Expert

'We're Intercepting Mystery Seeds From China:' Texas Agriculture Commissioner Warns Against Chinese Nationals Smuggling Viruses, Organisms

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Capitol Report Full Broadcast (June 19)

Jackson Richman is a Washington correspondent for The Epoch Times. In addition to Washington politics, he covers the intersection of politics and sports/sports and culture. He previously was a writer at Mediaite and Washington correspondent at Jewish News Syndicate. His writing has also appeared in The Washington Examiner. He is an alum of George Washington University.

Jackson Richman

Trump to Decide on US Action in Iran Within 2 Weeks: White House

Making Monumental Lifelong Medical Decisions Likely Needs to Be Done as Adult: Panel

US Consistently Maintained World Anti-Doping Agency Not Operating With Transparency, Accountability: Professor

Jason Blair is a national correspondent for NTD News based in California. 

Jason Blair

Senate Questions WADA's Probe of Chinese Doping Scandal

Trump Has Historic Opportunity, Iran Has American Blood on Hands, US Can Effect Regime Change: Expert

Emel Akan is a senior White House correspondent for The Epoch Times, where she covers the Biden administration. Prior to this role, she covered the economic policies of the Trump administration. Previously, she worked in the financial sector as an investment banker at JPMorgan. She graduated with a master’s degree in business administration from Georgetown University.