Jon Michael Raasch, US Political Reporter

Jon Michael Raasch is a U.S. Political Reporter for the Daily Mail, stationed in Washington, D.C., where he covers the White House, Congress and national security.

He has contributed to countless articles, numerous live blogs, and a diverse array of videos and TikToks, from exclusive chats with Trump Cabinet secretaries to congressional bigwigs and spontaneous man-on-the-street interviews.

Before joining the Mail, Jon Michael cut his teeth at Fox News, both as an Associate Producer for Fox News Channel and a Writer for Fox News Digital, where he delved into AI, federal policy, business, and cultural issues.

His career also took him to CNN's offices in Hollywood and Abu Dhabi, contributing to original content and international news.

When not chasing down stories, Jon Michael can be found socializing around Washington or cheering on his favorite Golden State Warriors or San Francisco 49ers.

Coverage: Politics Politics US Congress Washington DC White House Republicans Democrats Democrats Presidential Primaries Republican Presidential Primaries Joe Biden Donald Trump US Senate US House of Representatives US Supreme Court

MOST RECENT ARTICLES FROM JON MICHAEL RAASCH

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The shutdown is here: Thousands face no pay and layoffs loom as deadline passes with no deal

01/10/25 12:07

For the first time in seven years, the federal government has shut down....read

Kash Patel ignites diplomatic storm as he hands 'illegal' gift to crucial US ally
30/09/25 08:47
The gifts were given to New Zealand's intelligence chiefs.
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Terrified Democrats scramble to check their mortgages in fear of next Trump-directed indictment
29/09/25 06:01
Democratic lawmaker, afraid of getting targeted, are double-checking their disclosures and freaking out over their finances after Trump's nemesis, former FBI Director James Comey, was indicted.
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Ted Cruz sparks backlash for assuming MTG fears Jews
29/09/25 05:34
Sen. Ted Cruz has raised eyebrows with an odd claim that his fellow Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is worried about being killed by Jewish people.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene rips into 'Canadian-born' Ted Cruz for falsely accusing her of attacking Jewish people
29/09/25 03:38
Firebrand Majorie Taylor Greene has hit back at Sen. Ted Cruz after he claimed she is worried about being killed by Jewish people.
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Democratic governor enlists soft touch National Guard crackdown in stark comparison with Trump
26/09/25 08:44
While President Donald Trump has loudly praised the National Guard for helping halt crime in Washington, D.C., some liberal havens have also been using similar tactics, albeit more quietly.
Trump mints elusive TikTok deal while winking at '100 percent MAGA-related' content
25/09/25 10:13
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to preserve TikTok in the United States even as concerns swell that the algorithm will spew more MAGA-related content.
Pete Hegseth summons hundreds of generals to rare, urgent meeting: Confusion sweeps through ranks
25/09/25 03:06
In a surprise move, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has abruptly summoned hundreds of America's highest-ranking military officers to a closed-door meeting.
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Trump replaces Biden's presidential portrait with autopen image
24/09/25 07:50
The Trump administration has revealed a major change to the West Wing colonnade.
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Trump hangs presidential portrait of Joe Biden's auto-pen in ultimate troll of rival
24/09/25 07:12
The Trump administration has revealed a major change to the West Wing colonnade.
Report: Musk's DOGE backfires as hundreds are begged to return to work
24/09/25 05:48
Hundreds of government employees who were purged by Elon Musk's DOGE are being begged to return to work, according to a new report.
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Elon Musk's DOGE backfires as hundreds are begged to return to 'broken and understaffed' government
24/09/25 05:11
Hundreds of government employees who were purged by Elon Musk's DOGE are being begged to return to work, according to a new report.
Theo Von calls out DHS over deportation video
24/09/25 03:07
Theo Von is demanding that the Trump administration remove a video it posted using the comedian to tout deportations.
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Comedian Theo Von demands Trump administration take down deportation video hijacking his words
24/09/25 02:49
Theo Von is demanding that the Trump administration remove a video it posted using the comedian to tout deportations.
Trump's would-be assassin tries to stab himself in neck after verdict
24/09/25 01:28
Ryan Routh has been found guilty on all charges related to his attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in September 2024.
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Trump says Ukraine can retake all territory from Putin
23/09/25 08:37
President Donald Trump has made a major reversal on the Russia war, claiming on Tuesday that Ukraine could retake all of its lost territory and more.
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Trump declares Ukraine can retake all territory from Putin in dramatic reversal after Russian fighter jet incursion
23/09/25 08:09
President Donald Trump has made a major reversal on the Russia war, claiming on Tuesday that Ukraine is positioned to retake all of its lost territory and more.
Attempted Trump assassin found guilty on all charges
23/09/25 06:51
Ryan Routh has been found guilty on all charges related to his attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in September 2024.
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Report: Biden 'pressured Google to suppress Covid content'
23/09/25 06:37
Google has committed to reinstating YouTubers who had their accounts banned over medical and political content after Joe Biden's administration pressured the company to censor dissidents.
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Shocking scenes as Trump's would-be assassin stabs himself in the neck with a PEN as guilty verdict is read
23/09/25 06:34
Ryan Routh has been found guilty on all charges related to his attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald Trump in September 2024.
Document reveals how Joe Biden 'pressured Google to suppress Covid-19 content' as YouTube makes U-turn on banned conservatives
23/09/25 05:02
Google has committed to reinstating YouTubers who had their accounts banned over medical and political content after Joe Biden's administration pressured the company to censor dissidents.
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Arizona election could finally blow open Epstein files as Democrats close in on 218th vote
23/09/25 03:12
Republicans will soon have to grapple with more fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein saga that has ensnared Congress.
AOC tears into Charlie Kirk in speech to Congress
19/09/25 07:07
Progressive star Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tore into Charlie Kirk during a speech on Capitol Hill after Congress voted to honor the late conservative activist.
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Repugnant moment AOC smears Charlie Kirk on House floor as NINETY-SIX Dems refuse to condemn his assassination
19/09/25 05:37
Progressive star Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tore into Charlie Kirk during a speech on Capitol Hill after Congress voted to honor the late conservative activist.
Squad member Rashida Tlaib hurls 'fascist' slur at Republicans in toxic outburst
18/09/25 09:42
A congressional hearing with Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser descended into chaos after tempers flared and vitriolic exchanges were hurled between both parties.
National Guard turn into national gardeners as troops are spotted weeding parks after rooting out crime
18/09/25 07:35
Trump's deployment of the National Guard to Washington lowered the crime rates, but now that troops are tasked with picking up trash and gardening.
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'Nobody does it like the UK baby': Congress oozes over glitzy Trump trip as sign of return to American dominance
18/09/25 03:16
The British royal family has rolled out the red carpet for President Donald Trump's second state visit and some members of Congress can't get enough of the celebration.
Kid gloves off: Republicans move to charge 14-year-olds as adults to fight DC crime
17/09/25 06:33
Republicans and Democrats teamed up to advance criminal law reform for the nation's capital over safety concerns of a youth violence outbreak.
Nancy Mace moves to censure Ilhan Omar over Kirk comments
17/09/25 04:05
Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., is working to punish progressive 'Squad' member Ilhan Omar for the Democrat's 'vile comments' about Charlie Kirk's assassination.
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Nancy Mace demands vote to strip Ilhan Omar of power for commentary on Charlie Kirk
17/09/25 03:02
Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., is working to punish progressive 'Squad' member Ilhan Omar for the Democrat's 'vile comments' about Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Tears, prayers, then anguish: How Trump staff processed Kirk's passing
17/09/25 12:03
President Trump's White House aides stood frozen, refreshing their feeds to relieve the heartache caused by horrific headlines out of Utah indicating their friend and mentor had been shot.
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Tears, prayers... then unspeakable anguish: The exact moment inside the White House that Trump staffers learned Charlie Kirk had been assassinated
17/09/25 12:08
President Trump's White House aides stood frozen, refreshing their feeds to relieve the heartache caused by horrific headlines out of Utah indicating their friend and mentor had been shot.
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Trump reveals secret third strike against Venezuelan boats
16/09/25 04:23
The U.S. has struck three Venezuelan vessels, President Donald Trump told reporters on Tuesday, one day after announcing a second strike on 'narcoterrorists.'
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Trump reveals secret third blast against Venezuelan boats as intensifying drug war prompts talk of invasion
16/09/25 03:42
The U.S. has struck three Venezuelan vessels, President Donald Trump told reporters on Tuesday, one day after announcing a second strike on 'narcoterrorists.'
Trump's goldmine deal clears path for his billionaire buddy to become world's first trillionaire
15/09/25 09:43
The deal could propel him far past Elon Musk to the title of world's first trillionaire.
Ohio Republican accuses Democrats of killing Charlie Kirk
15/09/25 06:11
A Republican congressman accused Democrats of killing Charlie Kirk while urging liberals to 'lower this rhetoric to a normal place.'
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Ugly blame game over Charlie Kirk's assassination rips Washington apart: 'You killed him'
15/09/25 05:44
A Republican congressman accused Democrats of killing Charlie Kirk while urging liberals to 'lower this rhetoric to a normal place.'
Old fogey Democrats dig in their heels and reject calls to quit as young libs fear 'tragic' repeat of Biden disaster
14/09/25 01:29
Old Democrats in Congress are hesitant to relinquish their power despite calls for generational change within the party.
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Republican's terrified 17-year-old son BEGS him to quit politics as fears about the NEXT target spiral
12/09/25 09:13
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has lawmakers and their families on edge, though some members of Congress see the danger as just part of the job.
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Karine Jean-Pierre faces the heat over defending 'sharp' Biden
12/09/25 05:16
Joe Biden's former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre arrived before a congressional panel probing the ex-president's mental decline and use of his autopen.
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Karine Jean-Pierre faces the heat over defending 'sharp as ever' Biden's decline
12/09/25 04:40
Joe Biden's former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre arrived before a congressional panel probing the ex-president's mental decline and use of his autopen.
Angry Republicans ABANDON free speech principles demanding social media crackdown after vile Charlie Kirk posts go viral
11/09/25 09:35
Some Republicans have suddenly turned on the First Amendment in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
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AOC pulls event as Congress on EDGE in wake of Charlie Kirk killing
11/09/25 04:08
Lawmakers in Congress are shaken after the recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, fearing for their own protection in the wake of the apparent political murder.
House floor bursts into chaos over Charlie Kirk prayer
11/09/25 01:49
The House of Representatives burst into chaos as Speaker Mike Johnson attempted to lead a prayer for Charlie Kirk, the late father of two, who was shot in Utah on Wednesday.
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Democrats REJECT prayers for Charlie Kirk as moment of silence devolves into House floor shouting match
10/09/25 09:41
The House of Representatives burst into chaos as Speaker Mike Johnson attempted to lead a prayer for Charlie Kirk, the late father of two, who was shot in Utah on Wednesday.
Donald Trump and House Republicans lead prayers for Charlie Kirk's family after conservative star is fatally shot
10/09/25 07:08
The political world was left stunned Wednesday when influential conservative Charlie Kirk was murdered onstage at an event at Utah Valley University.
Report: GOP lawmakers back Bessent after Pulte clash
10/09/25 04:27
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is gaining support from Republican lawmakers in his conflict with a top housing finance official, whom Bessent threatened to punch in the face.
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Trump staffer knifed by party after taking on Scott Bessent in backroom brawl at gentlemen's club
10/09/25 03:26
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is gaining support from Republican lawmakers in his conflict with a top housing finance official, whom Bessent threatened to punch in the face.
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Dem states 'we can't put everyone in jail' following train stabbing
10/09/25 10:00
The Democrat who represents Charlotte says that President Trump is wrong about cashless bail, saying instead the man who brutally stabbed Iryna Zarutska needed mental help.
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Charlotte Democrat says 'we can't put everyone in jail' in shocking comments about nightmare train stabbing
09/09/25 10:40
The Democrat who represents Charlotte says that President Trump is wrong about cashless bail, saying instead the man who brutally stabbed Iryna Zarutska needed mental help.
Trump may be powerless over stopping Jeffrey Epstein file release as Democrats are poised to take additional seats
09/09/25 09:34
A House vote on releasing the government's remaining files on Jeffrey Epstein is inevitable, the Republican pushing paperwork claims.
Lawmakers demand PAY RAISE as ordinary Americans struggle with inflation and sluggish job market
09/09/25 08:08
Congress was close to passing a pay bump for themselves late last year until Elon Musk tanked the proposal, and now, months later, lawmakers are worried they will never get a raise.
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Fresh Epstein photo drags Trump deeper into birthday book scandal
09/09/25 09:50
President Donald Trump is under fire once again after a lewd birthday letter bearing his signature was released by Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
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Drugged-up thugs barricaded themselves in my DC building. The National Guard swooped in... but I couldn't believe what local cops did next, writes JON MICHAEL RAASCH
08/09/25 09:09
After failing to break into my Washington, D.C., condo building on their first try, two determined intruders returned - and saw success in their second brazen assault on my home.
New photo from Epstein 'birthday book' shows joke about Trump 'buying girl' after his 'lewd birthday message' was revealed
08/09/25 07:33
President Donald Trump is under fire once again after a lewd birthday letter bearing his signature was released by Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
Nancy Mace explains tears after Epstein victims meeting
08/09/25 07:12
Rep. Nancy Mace has opened up about what prompted her to walk out of a meeting in tears after hearing from survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse last week.
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Nancy Mace explains tearful meltdown after meeting with Epstein victims was triggered by cleithrophobia
08/09/25 06:39
Rep. Nancy Mace has opened up about what prompted her to walk out of a meeting in tears after hearing from survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse last week.
Republicans embark on rebrand of Trump bill
07/09/25 04:34
GOP lawmakers are having a tough time selling their constituents on the benefits of President Donald Trump's signature tax cut and spending measure.
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Big Beautiful turns UGLY: Republicans embark on rebrand of Trump bill after private panic they're losing 'terrified' voters
07/09/25 04:14
GOP lawmakers are having a tough time selling their constituents on the benefits of President Donald Trump's signature tax cut and spending measure.
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Yet ANOTHER Biden aide dodges questions about boss' decline leaving Republicans seething
05/09/25 07:10
A former top staffer to Joe Biden ridiculed the Republican congressional committee investigating him during a closed-door interview Friday.
88-year-old dazed Democrat defiantly plots re-election despite alarming video showing her struggling to walk
05/09/25 04:36
The oldest member of the House of Representatives believes she is capable of serving for at least another three years despite widespread concerns about her health.
RFK Jr. supports Trump for Nobel Prize citing COVID-19 vaccine efforts
05/09/25 10:20
Sec. Robert Kennedy Jr. was put in a bind by a Republican senator who quizzed him on President Donald Trump's COVID vaccine work.
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RFK Jr. champions Trump for Nobel Prize over COVID vaccine - after remarkably claiming his jabs killed more than virus
04/09/25 10:08
Sec. Robert Kennedy Jr. was put in a bind by a Republican senator who quizzed him on President Donald Trump's COVID vaccine work.
Scandal-plagued ex-Rep. Madison Cawthorn, 30, plots political comeback after naked orgy video 'blackmail' tanked him
04/09/25 07:41
A scandal-plagued former Republican congressman is reportedly mulling a Capitol Hill comeback.
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Nancy Mace calls for Prince Andrew in 'handcuffs'
04/09/25 07:06
Firebrand Nancy Mace is demanding that Prince Andrew be thrown in prison for his alleged involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
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Nancy Mace demands Prince Andrew be locked up and thrown in 'cold dark cell' following heart-wrenching Epstein meetings
04/09/25 05:20
Firebrand Nancy Mace is demanding that Prince Andrew be thrown in prison for his alleged involvement with Jeffrey Epstein.
Republicans vow to punish progressive 'squad' member for her speech
04/09/25 10:32
A Republican congressman is threatening a progressive member after she delivered a red-hot speech at a Palestinian conference over the weekend.
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Enraged Republicans seek to censure progressive Squad member for comments 'beneath a civilized person'
03/09/25 09:46
A Republican congressman is threatening a progressive member after she delivered a red-hot speech at a Palestinian conference over the weekend.
AOC teams up with Republicans on stock ban push as momentum grows to outlaw unfair trading
03/09/25 08:34
Progressive darling AOC is teaming up with Republicans on a rare issue they have in common - taking down their colleagues who may be cashing in on insider information.
Epstein victims speak out for first time about abuse
03/09/25 04:14
Survivors of late [sexual] offender Jeffrey Epstein's abuse spoke about their experiences on Capitol Hill Wednesday morning in a push to release additional files on the serial child predator.
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New Jeffrey Epstein victims break down in tears as they speak out for first time on horrific abuse and demand Trump release ALL files
03/09/25 03:32
Survivors of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's abuse spoke about their experiences on Capitol Hill Wednesday morning in a push to release additional files on the serial child predator.
Epstein cell footage blows huge hole in 'missing minute' theory
03/09/25 09:45
A newly-released minute of surveillance footage from outside of Jeffrey Epstein's prison cell has blown a huge hole in Attorney General Pam Bondi's explanation of footage that was previously released.
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Epstein document dump blows huge hole in Pam Bondi's 'missing minute' theory as pressure mounts for Trump to disclose the truth - and MAGA rep says case 'a lot bigger than anyone anticipated'
03/09/25 06:09
A newly-released minute of surveillance footage from outside of Jeffrey Epstein's prison cell has blown a huge hole in Attorney General Pam Bondi's explanation of footage that was previously released.
Republicans release 33,000 pages of Epstein files
03/09/25 01:13
The House Oversight Committee has released a massive trove of Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein, the same day lawmakers pushed a bill to force out the documents.
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Nancy Mace exclaims 'I can't breathe' as she flees Epstein victims' testimony after suffering panic attack
02/09/25 10:03
Top Republican Rep. Nancy Mace exited a meeting with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse in tears.
Massive trove of Epstein files released by GOP includes infamous missing minute from jailhouse video
02/09/25 08:39
The House Oversight Committee has released a massive trove of Justice Department files on Jeffrey Epstein, the same day lawmakers pushed a bill to force out the documents.
Investigation into Trump's 'mismanagement' of Epstein escalates as his Treasury Department compelled to hand over trove of secret banking records
02/09/25 05:06
The top Republican in Congress investigating Jeffrey Epstein has urged the Treasury Department to hand over files on the late sex offender and financier.
Judge rules Trump's LA military deployment was illegal
02/09/25 03:30
President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth broke federal law when ordering the U.S. military to aid Los Angeles law enforcement this summer, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
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Judge makes spectacular ruling on Trump's LA military deployment that could spell doom for his plan for Chicago
02/09/25 02:15
President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth broke federal law when ordering the U.S. military to aid Los Angeles law enforcement this summer, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.
YouTube megastar iShowSpeed's Capitol tour with Democrat turns into absolute MOB scene
01/09/25 09:27
A YouTube megastar with over 40 million subscribers went on a tour with a young Democratic congressman on Monday before a mob of his fans arrived.

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