Rachel Oswald

Rachel Oswald is a staff writer at Foreign Policy covering the U.S. Congress, Trump administration, and more. Prior to joining FP, she spent 11 years covering foreign policy for CQ Roll Call and five years covering nuclear threats and international security at National Journal. She has reported from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and she is a graduate of George Washington University.

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A seated Sen. Adam Schiff gestures with his hands as he speaks in the Senate daily press gallery.
A seated Sen. Adam Schiff gestures with his hands as he speaks in the Senate daily press gallery.

In Unprecedented Times, Congress Evades Responsibility

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Rachel Oswald
On a sunny day outside, a line of residents in a town in Jamaica hit by Hurricane Melissa works together to unload a delivery of food supplies.
On a sunny day outside, a line of residents in a town in Jamaica hit by Hurricane Melissa works together to unload a delivery of food supplies.

In Hurricane Melissa’s Wake, Trump’s Foreign Aid Cuts Face Critical Moment

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Rachel Oswald
U.S. troops in camouflage uniforms are seen from behind as they walk along a path in front of the U.S. Capitol. The sun rises in the background, glinting on the building's white dome with a bright burst of light.
U.S. troops in camouflage uniforms are seen from behind as they walk along a path in front of the U.S. Capitol. The sun rises in the background, glinting on the building's white dome with a bright burst of light.

U.S. Government Shutdown Sorely Tests National Security State This article has an audio recording

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Rachel Oswald
People hold signs in support of USAID workers while standing outside the agency building.
People hold signs in support of USAID workers while standing outside the agency building.

Foreign Aid Groups Grapple With How to Engage Trump

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