Daniel Bush

White House Correspondent
Daniel Bush is a White House Correspondent for Newsweek. He reports on President Biden, national politics and foreign affairs. Biden is the third president he has covered. Daniel joined Newsweek in 2022 from PBS NewsHour, where he reported on the past two administrations, the 2016 and 2020 presidential elections, both Trump impeachments, immigration issues, the Minneapolis protests over George Floyd's death, and the pandemic, among other topics. He had previously covered Congress for E&E News. He began his career as a newspaper reporter in New York, and is a graduate of NYU and Columbia University. Daniel lives in Washington with his wife and son. You can get in touch by emailing d.bush@newsweek.com. Languages: Russian and Spanish.
Biden hosts Israeli president as two-state solution slips further away

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Biden hosts Israeli president as two-state solution slips further awayIsraeli President Isaac Herzog's visit Tuesday to Washington comes at a fraught moment in the relationship between the United States and Israel.

On 7/18/23 at 11:56 AM EDT

Biden admin expands border inspections tech to curb fentanyl trafficking

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Biden admin expands border inspections tech to curb fentanyl traffickingPresident Biden's drug czar Rahul Gupta travels to the border Thursday to announce the expansion of a scanning system used to detect narcotics.

On 6/27/23 at 2:03 PM EDT

Russian military uses China in sourcing banned tech from 59 U.S. firms

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Russian military uses China in sourcing banned tech from 59 U.S. firms"What we see from this data is that Russia's military still relies mostly on Western components" for its weapons systems, an analyst told Newsweek.

On 6/21/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

Biden and Sunak tout new 'Atlantic Declaration,' promise Ukraine support

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Biden and Sunak tout new 'Atlantic Declaration,' promise Ukraine support"There's no point in trying to wait us out. We're not going anywhere," UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said in a warning to Vladimir Putin.

On 6/8/23 at 4:17 PM EDT

Debt ceiling deal would protect Biden's agenda, avoid costly campaign fight

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Debt ceiling deal would protect Biden's agenda, avoid costly campaign fight"Neither side got everything it wanted," President Joe Biden said. "That's the responsibility of governing."

On 6/1/23 at 10:16 AM EDT

Biden OKs F-16s for Zelensky, then flies home to face debt ceiling crisis

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Biden OKs F-16s for Zelensky, then flies home to face debt ceiling crisisPresident Biden's decision on allowing U.S. allies to provide Ukraine with fighter jets marks a turning point in the war between Ukraine and Russia.

On 5/21/23 at 8:51 AM EDT

No "timetable" for training Ukraine to use F-16s, senior U.S. official says

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No "timetable" for training Ukraine to use F-16s, senior U.S. official saysIt's an open question how long it will take Ukrainian pilots to be trained to fly the F-16s, and when the fighter jets will make their way to the battlefield.

On 5/19/23 at 11:39 PM EDT

Zelensky expected to make in-person appearance at G7 Summit

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Zelensky expected to make in-person appearance at G7 SummitA G7 visit would be a high-profile international trip for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as he seeks to secure more military aid from Western allies.

On 5/19/23 at 2:49 AM EDT

U.S., allies impose new sanctions on Russia at G7 Summit

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U.S., allies impose new sanctions on Russia at G7 Summit"All G7 members are preparing to implement new sanctions and export controls" on Russia, a senior Biden administration official said.

On 5/18/23 at 4:00 PM EDT

As G7 convenes, West looks to shore up sanctions against Russia

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As G7 convenes, West looks to shore up sanctions against Russia"There was no plausible way to disconnect a $1.7-trillion economy from the world in weeks or months," said a former deputy national security advisor.

On 5/18/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

Biden betting McCarthy blinks first in debt ceiling showdown

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Biden betting McCarthy blinks first in debt ceiling showdown"Neither side wants to be seen as the party that created the default," an economist told Newsweek, but "both sides are digging their heels in."

On 5/9/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

Biden starts 2024 campaign with fundraising edge over Trump, GOP rivals

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Biden starts 2024 campaign with fundraising edge over Trump, GOP rivals"People haven't forgotten how awful Trump was," said Mark Chorazak, a top Biden donor in 2020, "and that'll motivate donors to give money."

On 5/4/23 at 3:40 PM EDT

Calls grow for Joe Biden to invoke Constitution to raise debt ceiling

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Calls grow for Joe Biden to invoke Constitution to raise debt ceiling"I think if I were president, I would be tempted to do that," Republican Senator Josh Hawley told Newsweek.

On 5/3/23 at 5:25 PM EDT

Biden faces potential border surge with likely end of pandemic rule in May 

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Biden faces potential border surge with likely end of pandemic rule in May The Biden administration's plan to end Title 42 has come under attack from Republicans, sparking a fresh battle over immigration policy.

On 4/27/23 at 3:01 PM EDT

America 'will not tolerate' China threatening U.S. citizens, official says

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America 'will not tolerate' China threatening U.S. citizens, official saysThe Biden administration condemned China for operating a secret police station in New York, one day after two men were arrested for operating the outpost.

On 4/18/23 at 2:44 PM EDT

Will Biden's infrastructure and manufacturing wins energize voters in 2024?

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Will Biden's infrastructure and manufacturing wins energize voters in 2024?The Biden administration's "Investing in America" tour has highlighted key policy wins, but the impacts of new infrastructure projects won't be felt for years.

On 4/13/23 at 12:59 PM EDT

Can Donald Trump really win in 2024? Three factors will decide the race

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Can Donald Trump really win in 2024? Three factors will decide the race"If we're talking about multiple indictments, electability is going to become a very serious issue," a former Trump campaign strategist tells Newsweek.

On 4/12/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

Besieged with Trump questions, the Biden White House won't take the bait

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Besieged with Trump questions, the Biden White House won't take the bait"They're basically saying, 'look at all the Trump drama—we don't play that game,'" says political science professor Dennis Goldford of Drake University.

On 4/6/23 at 2:14 PM EDT

With Hungary and Turkey banned, U.S. hosts divided democracy summit

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With Hungary and Turkey banned, U.S. hosts divided democracy summit"They're NATO allies, and we're going to continue to work together with them on lots of different issues of mutual concern," NSC spokesman John Kirby said.

On 3/29/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

As Xi summits with Putin, is Biden losing ground to China?

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As Xi summits with Putin, is Biden losing ground to China?"These two countries have grown closer," NSC spokesperson John Kirby said. "They are both countries that chafe and bristle at U.S. leadership."

On 3/20/23 at 5:30 PM EDT

As Trump claims innocence, Cohen says indictment 'imminent'

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As Trump claims innocence, Cohen says indictment 'imminent'The Manhattan district attorney's office is expected to indict former President Donald Trump in a case centering on potential violations of state election laws.

On 3/16/23 at 4:50 PM EDT

2024 Republican hopefuls attack Biden on Ukraine at pivotal moment for Kyiv

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2024 Republican hopefuls attack Biden on Ukraine at pivotal moment for KyivA growing number of Republican White House hopefuls and lawmakers in Congress are voicing opposition to Biden's Ukraine policy at a critical moment in the war.

On 3/16/23 at 5:00 AM EDT

New immigration reform campaign puts pressure on Biden to act ahead of 2024

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New immigration reform campaign puts pressure on Biden to act ahead of 2024"The Biden administration is at a crossroads on its immigration policy agenda entering the halfway point of its first term," the report says.

On 2/28/23 at 3:00 PM EST

Joe Biden's historic Kyiv visit leaves contours of Ukraine war unchanged

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Joe Biden's historic Kyiv visit leaves contours of Ukraine war unchangedPresident Joe Biden announced a $500 billion military aid package for Ukraine during his unprecedented stop in Kyiv, but it did not include new weapons systems.

On 2/23/23 at 5:00 AM EST

Biden's snap Kyiv visit months in planning, including a heads-up to Moscow

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Biden's snap Kyiv visit months in planning, including a heads-up to MoscowPresidential adviser Jake Sullivan calls the president's visit to  "a capital of a nation at war" where there is no U.S. military presence "unprecedented."

On 2/20/23 at 9:37 AM EST

Inside Biden' war room as GOP ramps up probes on docs, Hunter, border, more

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Inside Biden' war room as GOP ramps up probes on docs, Hunter, border, moreUnder siege by GOP investigations, Joe Biden is preparing for the fight of his political life, backed by a team of lawyers, strategists and allies.

On 2/15/23 at 5:00 AM EST

Following State of the Union, Dems push Biden to launch reelection bid

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Following State of the Union, Dems push Biden to launch reelection bid"He should move as quickly as possible," a Democratic strategist told Newsweek. ""I think Biden's going to be very tough to beat."

On 2/9/23 at 12:03 PM EST

Bolsonaro has Biden over barrel as calls rise for his expulsion from U.S.

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Bolsonaro has Biden over barrel as calls rise for his expulsion from U.S.There are "very clear connections" between Donald Trump and Jair Bolsonaro, and between Steve Bannon and Bolsonaro, Representative Joaquin Castro told Newsweek.

On 1/9/23 at 5:32 PM EST

Joe Biden's Closing Midterm Argument Out of Step With Voter Concerns

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Joe Biden's Closing Midterm Argument Out of Step With Voter ConcernsPresident Joe Biden is facing mounting criticism for the disconnect between his midterm messaging and voter concerns around crime, immigration and other issues.

On 10/27/22 at 9:35 AM EDT

Biden Plays Role of Fundraiser-in-Chief in Midterm Stretch Run

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Biden Plays Role of Fundraiser-in-Chief in Midterm Stretch RunPresident Joe Biden has not held a single traditional political rally in the run-up to the 2022 midterms. Instead, he is focusing his efforts on fundraising.

On 10/24/22 at 3:34 PM EDT
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