David Jackson
National Political correspondent
David covers the White House and Trump administration.
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My Recent Work
Jimmy Carter funeral: Former president's viewing arrangements, plans
Trump team probed whether top aide sought money from job seekers
Big changes are coming: Trump Cabinet member picks send a message
Trump names Steven Cheung his White House communications director
Gaetz pick for attorney general stokes fears of Trump retribution agenda
Elon Musk defends Matt Gaetz as he's nominated for attorney general
Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to tackle government waste
Trump transition live updates: Trump makes top security, immigration picks
Trump asks Florida Rep. Mike Waltz to be national security adviser
Donald Trump taps Stephen Miller, Elise Stefanik for major roles: Updates
Election recap: Dozens of House races are still too close to call
A 'feisty guy': What JD Vance's vice presidency may look like
What JD Vance's vice presidency may look like and what's ahead
When will Trump take office? What to know about Inauguration Day 2025 Donald Trump's stunning political comeback When does Trump take office? What to know about Inauguration Day 2025
How Trump won: New focus on these key issues propels election victory
Donald Trump wins presidency in stunning political comeback
How battleground wins stoked celebration of Trump's 'improbable' night
Election 2024 replay: Trump wins White House, decisively defeats Harris
How Trump's influence will endure beyond the election if he loses
Donald Trump's political future is unknown. But his campaign rallies are ending.
Election updates: Trump says he shouldn't have left White House, Harris pitches Gen Z
Why Donald Trump likes to throw shade at other presidents
Election 2024 recap: Trump, Harris head West to rally voters
Trump uses props to pounce on Biden's 'garbage' comment
Takeaways: Trump bashes Harris, avoids talk of racism and Jan. 6
Election 2024 replay: Harris delivers 'closing argument' in DC
Trump says Dems are using 'disgusting' rhetoric: Atlanta rally takeaways
Donald Trump is in a strong poll position - does it matter?
Election updates: Trump criticizes Michelle Obama; Harris courts Michigan voters
Election 2024 updates: Trump closing rally marked by racism and vitriol Two new surveys show Donald Trump, Kamala Harris in neck-and-neck race
Vance pressed on Trump's 'enemy from within' rhetoric in tense interviews
Trump seeks a big media splash on stage at Madison Square Garden
Trump says 'I'm not a dictator' and attacks critics
Election 2024: Harris campaigns with Beyoncé; Trump on Rogan's podcast
Rebutting claims, Trump says he is 'just the opposite' of Adolf Hitler
Donald Trump pledges to fire Special Counsel Jack Smith Election 2024 recap: Springsteen joins Harris rally, Trump heads West
Donald Trump urges Christians to vote, doesn't address John Kelly accusations
Trump's plan for Election Day? Campaign readies for a party in Florida
Ex-White House chief of staff says Trump made positive Hitler comments
Election 2024 recap: Harris, Trump court PA, Georgia voters
Trump hits Harris for skipping campaign trail events Tuesday as he cancels stop
Election 2024: Trump, Harris tour swing states; latest polls
Dems hit 'unhinged' Trump, playing age card used against Biden
Election 2024 updates: Trump, Harris barnstorm Michigan