Violet Jira

Stories by Violet Jira

Federal Government

PA Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (center, rear) is framed by Rep. Brett Guthrie (left) and Rep. Jason Smith (right) at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025.

Congressional Republicans don’t agree on an affordability platform — or on how to pass one

by Jade Lozada and Violet Jira of NOTUS

Jan. 14, 2026

Federal Government

President Donald Trump on the South Lawn of the White House on Sept. 22, 2025.

Trump launches tour defending his economic policies amid rising cost concerns

by Jasmine Wright of NOTUS, Violet Jira of NOTUS, and Avani Kalra of NOTUS

Dec. 9, 2025