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Khushboo Razdan
Senior US Correspondent
Khushboo Razdan is a senior correspondent based in Washington. Prior to this, she worked for the Post in New York. Before joining the team, she worked as a multimedia journalist in Beijing and New Delhi for over a decade. She is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School.
Khushboo Razdan is a senior correspondent based in Washington. Prior to this, she worked for the Post in New York. Before joining the team, she worked as a multimedia journalist in Beijing and New Delhi for over a decade. She is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School.
Areas of Expertise:
US-China relations, Indo-Pacific geopoliticsLanguages Spoken:
English, Hindi
White House vows continued ‘American dominance in the western hemisphere’ as Trump claims Caracas will now buy ‘only American-made’ products.
US Secretary of Defence believes show of ‘absolute deterrence’ sends clear message to their ‘enemies’ and the ‘world is taking notice’.
Chinese-linked company ordered to unwind its acquisition of US semiconductor assets, citing national security concerns.
Trump and Takaichi telephone conversation reaffirms ‘close coordination’ of US-Japan alliance and hopes of a ‘new chapter’ for partnership.
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Some analysts, however, say Quad is losing significance under Trump despite this latest show of unity and deterrence by the regional bloc.
Trump dismisses ‘routine’ drills in Taiwan Strait even as US arms sales hit record high and Pentagon repeats 2027 timeline.
The US defends new arms sales and urges ‘meaningful’ dialogue, but analysts warn the deepening rift risks hollowing out the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit next year.
Timeline reflects effort to preserve trade truce with Beijing rather than build leverage through faster import duty escalation, analysts say.
Activist says separation from son pressured dad to accept deportation so they could be together, despite fear of returning to homeland.
Hammered by crippling costs and precious revenue lost to China, Midwest farmers’ loyalty to the US president will be tested in 2026 midterms.
Top US envoy eschews ‘pacing threat’ label, stressing cooperation and Western hemisphere priorities for 2026.
US official says more of the long-awaited documents will follow in coming months, citing legal limits to protect victims and investigations.
The deal was signed on Thursday, with the landmark move ending years of legal and political uncertainty.
Beijing secures 7 million tonnes of soybeans, passing halfway mark of its US purchase agreement. However, little has been shipped so far.
In a White House speech, the president claimed economic and foreign policy wins while urging voters to back his agenda in the midterms.
Washington argues that targeted assistance and partnerships will deepen regional ties and deliver longer-term economic and security gains.
US president dramatically escalates his fight against the drug by signing an executive order and warning against the ‘scourge’ of fentanyl.
Even after calls for India to contribute more in the Indo-Pacific to counter China and deepen defence ties, Trump refuses to budge on trade concessions.
Phone call brings ‘relief’ to parent, though officials still will not say where the child is being held.
Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.
US soybean growers, who were hit hardest by tariff disputes, have voiced frustration that overdue funding falls well short of what they need.
Plan urges wealthier partners to boost defence roles, align export controls and shoulder more regional responsibility.
Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.
US Treasury Secretary tries to ease further tension after Trump signs act aimed at regularly reviewing and updating guidelines with Taiwan.
Beijing condemns US pressure on Caracas but offers limited support, prioritising its economic interests and long-term gains.
US official claims the child’s father endangered his well-being by refusing to board plane, but does not disclose location.
China halted imports of soybeans from five Brazil-based exporters after pesticide-treated wheat was found mixed into cargo bound for Beijing.
Trump vows to terminate every document his predecessor signed, and if Biden lied about using an autopen, he would be charged with perjury.
Their first meeting brought unexpected warmth, with Trump praising Mamdani as both leaders signalled willingness to work together.
