Allen Zhong

senior writer

Allen Zhong is a long-time writer and reporter for The Epoch Times. He joined the Epoch Media Group in 2012. His main focus is on U.S. politics. Send him your story ideas: allen.zhong@epochtimes.nyc

Ronna McDaniel Officially Announces Resignation as RNC Chair

The coming shakeup of the RNC leadership could bring the modernization many Republicans expected and help former president ...

US Politics February 26, 2024
$95.3 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel Passed in Senate; Fate in House Still Uncertain

House Speaker Mike Johnson insisted on Monday that Congress should address the border crisis as a priority.

Congress February 13, 2024
Woman Who Threatened Judge in Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Case Sentenced

Tiffani Shea Gish left 3 threatening voicemails on Judge Aileen Cannon's chamber telephone.

Courts February 10, 2024
7 Indicted for Attacking NYPD Officers at Times Square

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said he's confident with the indictments after a thorough joint investigation with the ...

Crime and Incidents News February 8, 2024
5 Missing Marines in California Crash Found Dead, Officials Say

Efforts to recover the remains of the Marines and equipment have begun, and an investigation is underway.

US News February 8, 2024
Credit Card Delinquencies Surged in 2023: New York Fed

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said that interest-sensitive spending, including mortgages and durable goods, will be expensive for ...

US News February 6, 2024
Over $7 Billion in US Funding Went to UN Agency Whose Employees Accused in October Attack in Israel

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized the aid agency of being 'riddled with waste, fraud, and concerns ...

Middle East February 3, 2024
Biden Admin Alters Course on Gas Stove Rule After Months of Negotiations

The new rule has substantial revisions to the initial rule with more options for the consumers and flexibility ...

Policies & Impacts January 30, 2024
Biden Pauses Approval of New Liquified Natural Gas Exports

The move will hurt the US jobs, undermine Biden's climate agenda, and is 'a win for Russia,' industry ...

Executive Branch January 26, 2024
Biden Campaign Says GOP Primary Is Over, Will Focus on Trump

As the Biden campaigns denounces the MAGA movement, some warn this could backfire.

Presidential Race January 24, 2024
Massive Influx of Illegal Immigrants Endangers American Dream, Democrat Senator Says

Democrats could be supportive of immigrants and have a secure border, Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) said.

Immigration & Border Security January 20, 2024
Ford to Scale Down EV Production, Transfer Crew to Gas Vehicle Assembly Plant

Ford's decision came amid reports that electric vehicles are piling up at dealers' parking lots and more Americans ...

Companies January 19, 2024
Biden Downplays Trump’s Caucus Win in Iowa

President Joe Biden downplayed the dominant caucus win in Iowa by former President Donald Trump, who is most ...

Presidential Race January 19, 2024
Trump Reaffirms Executive Privilege Before Jeffery Clark’s Disciplinary Proceeding

The former president is willing to 'intervene in any litigation involving these privileges,' his attorney said in a ...

Donald Trump January 17, 2024
Tax Shelter Promoters Sentenced in Conservation Easement Tax Scheme

They exaggerated the value of the related real property and promised tax deductions much higher than the usual ...

US News January 12, 2024
Judge Denies Trump’s Request to Delay Closing Argument in NY Civil Case

The former president is handling a 'deeply personal family matter' and would suggest postponing the closing argument for ...

Donald Trump January 10, 2024
Former NRA Executive Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Agrees to Testify in NY Civil Trial

A settlement was reached on the same day as Wayne LaPierre, longtime NRA head, resigned.

US News January 7, 2024
Democrats Label Trump and His Allies as Anti-Democracy Ahead of Jan. 6 Anniversary

Meanwhile, Trump allies said Biden endangers democracy by targeting critics, activists, concerned parents, and his main political opponent.

Democrat Candidates January 5, 2024
Longtime GOP Operatives Charged for Illegal Lobbying Activities

The two admitted to lobbying on behalf of Qatar without being registered under the FARA and lying to ...

US News January 3, 2024
Israel’s Supreme Court Pushes Back Netanyahu’s Judicial Reform

Netanyahu and his coalition announced their sweeping overhaul plan shortly after taking office a year ago.

Middle East January 1, 2024
Jack Smith Disputes Trump’s Claims in Appeals Court

Presidential immunity applies to civil liability only and the criminal charges don't violate the principles of double jeopardy, ...

Donald Trump December 30, 2023
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Spared From Second Trial

All evidence has been presented in this case and a prompt sentence is in the public interest, the ...

US News December 30, 2023
Trump Speaks Directly to the Needs of Black People, BLM Leader Says

Some politicians have been using race to deflect attention from their own failures, the BLM leader turned into ...

2024 Elections December 27, 2023
Former Republican Congressman’s Criminal Conviction Overturned

The US Attorney's Office in charge of this case said they're evaluating the ruling and didn't exclude retrying ...

US News December 26, 2023
Iowa, Nebraska Opt Out of Summer EBT for Children

In both states, there are still various programs that will provide children from low-income families with enough food ...

Policies & Impacts December 25, 2023
Paramedics Found Guilty of Criminally Negligent Homicide in Death of Elijah McCain

In a case that could have substantial influence, two paramedics were convicted of criminally negligent homicide.

Courts December 23, 2023
Passport Processing Times Have Returned to Normal: State Department

After years of long waits, Americans can expect their passports to arrive in a more timely fashion from ...

US News December 18, 2023