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Welcome to the Washington Times side-down with DHS Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin. She's speaking at a crucial time for the department, with threats against ICE agents at an all-time high and protests in major Democratic cities unfolding across the country.
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Welcome to the Washington Times side-down with DHS Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Tricia McLaughlin. She's speaking at a crucial time for the department, with threats against ICE agents at an all-time high and protests in major Democratic cities unfolding across the country.
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Founding Father Ben Franklin and the United States of America illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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Chinese Communist Party's control of the United States of America illustration by Linas Garsys / The Washington Times
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President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
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President Donald Trump supports citizen protests against tyrannical regimes around the world illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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Government price controls on credit card interest rates illustration by Linas Garsys / The Washington Times
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The United States of America's productivity and economy illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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House Speaker Mike Johnson sought to reassure Britain about trans-Atlantic relations on Tuesday, expressing confidence in maintaining the countries' historic partnership even as President Trump's designs on Greenland spark concern among European allies. Photo: Parliamentary Recording Unit via Associated Press.
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China's ambition to control and influence the Arctic region illustration by Linas Garsys / The Washington Times
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The United States of America building nuclear plants illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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Putting Bill and Hillary Clinton in jail illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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Housing affordability in the United States of America illustration by Alexander Hunter/The Washington Times
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Meanwhile, the frantic search for meaning continues ... (Illustration by Alexander Hunter for The Washington Times)
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In his first year back in the White House, President Trump has left an indefinite mark on some of Washington, D.C.'s most historic spaces.
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Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (74) tring to deflect a shot behind Florida Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola (77) during the first period of an NHL game at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., January 17, 2026. (Photo for the Washington Times)
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Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) talking it over with Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome (17) during a break in the action during the third period of an NHL game against the Florida Panthers at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., January 17, 2026. (Photo for the Washington Times)
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Florida Panthers goalie Daniil Tarasov (40) getting congratulated by the team’s other goaltender goalie Sergei Bobrovsky (72) after the team’s 5-2 win over the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., January 17, 2026. (Photo for the Washington Times)
