Jesus Mesa
Politics Reporter
Jesus is a Newsweek reporter based in New York. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, his focus is reporting on politics, current affairs and trending news. He has covered current affairs, healthcare, pop culture, and sports. Jesus joined Newsweek's U.S. bureau in 2024, and has previously worked for The Financial Times and served as an international reporter and newsletter editor for El Espectador in Colombia. He graduated with an M.A. in Journalism and Digital Innovation from New York University. Languages: English, Spanish. You can get in touch with Jesus by emailing j.mosquera@newsweek.com
Race, crime and media bias collide on a Charlotte light rail train
Many have questioned why the horrific murder of a Ukrainian refugee at the hands of a repeat offender hasn't received wider coverage from mainstream outlets.
Will America ever have a moderate president again?
For decades, centrism in U.S. politics was synonymous with stability. But as that promise collapsed, voters turned to the extremes.
The Judge who defied Trump now faces Brazil's biggest case
Alexandre de Moraes finds himself at the center of a global firestorm as he presides over the explosive coup trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
Israel responds after leading scholars declare Gaza war a "genocide"
The statement followed a resolution by the world's top genocide scholars declaring Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide.
Visitors to US plunge amid concerns about Donald Trump's policies
From border towns to major tourist draws, international visitor numbers have dropped since Trump returned to office in January.
Missing man found alive after weeklong search with drones, boats and divers
William "Bill" Crispin, of Swansea, was discovered Saturday morning lying on private property less than a mile from where he was last seen.
ICE detains woman with green card who passed US citizenship exam—spouse
Los Angeles shop owner Hooshang Aghdassi said ICE detained his wife, Sharareh Moghadam, after she finished her citizenship exam.
From 'Brownie' to BushTok: Trump helps soften Bush as Katrina turns 20
Twenty years after Katrina, George W. Bush's legacy is reexamined—not from nostalgia, but because Trump has reshaped Americans' views.
Dad deported by ICE despite judge-approved bond
The man's family had been preparing to post the bond on Monday, but he was removed from his cell late Saturday and sent to Guatemala.
Trump makes major announcement on location of 2026 World Cup draw
President Donald Trump announced that the World Cup 2026 draw will be held at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
FBI raids John Bolton's home over 2020 memoir: what he wrote about Trump
At the time of its release, The Room Where It Happened was one of the most high-profile and damaging insider accounts of the Trump presidency.
Republicans are losing Latino voters. Democrats aren't winning them either
A demographic that shifted toward Trump in 2024 now appears up for grabs heading into the midterms.
Donald Trump reacts to John Bolton's FBI home raid
FBI agents entered Bolton's Bethesda, Maryland, home at 7 a.m. on Friday as part of a classified records probe.
US military action against Mexican cartels could backfire, experts warn
The Trump administration is reportedly planning for the possibility of military operations south of the border.
Six bodies discovered at a rural Colorado dairy: What we know
The dairy, situated on a rural road outside Keenesburg, lies about 35 miles northeast of Denver.
Need a new car? Buy it now before Trump's tariffs hit, experts say
Starting with the 2026 model year this fall, automakers are preparing to pass on billions of dollars in new costs to buyers, either directly or indirectly.
Military MRAP t-bones car in DC amid Trump's national guard deployment
The crash occurred at the intersection of North Carolina Avenue and 8th Street SE, less than a mile from the Capitol.
Epstein files update: Judge denies Trump's DOJ request
U.S. District Judge Richard Berman issued the ruling on Wednesday in Manhattan.
Park ranger fired after hanging transgender flag from Yosemite's El Capitan
The National Park Service confirmed Tuesday it is working with the Justice Department to pursue disciplinary action.
Trump's tariffs shock India, with New Delhi weighing its options
The White House's abrupt move to double duties on Indian goods over its Russian oil purchases came with little warning and no clear path forward.
Trump's reset with Zelensky triggers warning from MAGA
The president's sudden openness to offering NATO-style security guarantees to Ukraine has drawn a sharp rebuke from his hardcore allies.
Volodymyr Zelensky wears special "suit" for Trump meeting at White House
Zelensky donned a black jacket and a black tie for his meeting with Trump at the White House.
MSNBC rebrand to MS NOW mocked online
The rebranding comes as Comcast spins off several of its cable networks into a new company called Versant.
What the fast food industry is telling us about the economy
$18 'slop' bowls are out. Quarter-pounders are in.
Gavin Newsom breaks through by trolling Trump at his own meme game
California Governor Gavin Newsom is punching back at Donald Trump — in memes and capital letters.
Donald Trump leaves Vladimir Putin summit without a deal in hand
Trump says "some great progress" was made with Putin, and he will speak with European leaders and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky soon.
Body language expert reacts to Trump-Putin summit
The interaction between the two leaders was closely watched not only for diplomatic outcomes, but also for the physical cues exchanged during their greeting.
Could Vladimir Putin be arrested in Alaska?
As the Russian president heads to US soil for a high-stakes summit, one question looms on social media: Could he theoretically be arrested upon arrival?
Trump's BLS pick fuels fears of rigged CPI, Social Security COLA cuts
Trump's pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, E.J. Antoni, has suggested pausing the monthly jobs report, raising fears he could alter inflation data that's used to set cost-of-living adjustments for seniors.
DOJ charges man with cyberstalking slain UnitedHealthcare CEO's family
Prosecutors say Shane Daley, 40, left multiple voicemails, beginning just hours after Thompson was shot in midtown Manhattan.