Author
Ashlee Edwards
aedwards@timesmediaservice.comWrite to Ashlee →
Ashlee Edwards is a senior national election reporter for Times Media Service, based in the Washington bureau. Edwards covers elections and national politics, including Congress, federal agencies and the policy decisions and political disputes shaping public life. Edwards holds a master's degree in political science and grew up in Victoria, British Columbia.
Stories by Ashlee Edwards
25 stories
June 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Fri
News: Election · United States
Rep. Don Davis Under Fire for Taxpayer Spending in NC-01
Rep. Don Davis draws criticism for over $40K in taxpayer-funded office expenses in NC-01. Opponents highlight 'reckless spending' ahead of his re-election. Read more.
May 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Mon
News: Politics · United States
U.S. Senate to Withhold Pay During Shutdowns: Kennedy Leads Measure
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Shapiro & Fetterman Feud: Inside PA Democrats’ Growing Rift
April 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Wed
News: Politics · United States
DeLauro, Zeldin Clash: EPA Budget, Climate Change Debate
March 2026
3 stories: 3 news stories
Sun
News: Environment · United States
2026 Potomac River Sewage Spill: 300 Million Gallons of Raw Waste
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Brian McGinnis: NC Green Party Candidate Injured at Senate Protest
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Comer’s House Oversight Epstein-Maxwell Probe Expands
Chairman Comer's House Oversight Committee deepens its Epstein-Maxwell investigation, with Ghislaine Maxwell set for deposition and new demands for DOJ files. Clinton contempt vote possible. Read…
February 2026
5 stories: 5 news stories
Tue
News: Politics · United States
Senate Democrats Block DHS Funding Again: Shutdown Continues
Mon
News: Election · United States
Thune to Force Vote on SAVE America Act for 2026 Midterms
Sun
News: Election · United States
SAVE America Act: House Passes Citizenship and Photo ID Voter Bill
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Waters, Bessent Clash: Trump Tariffs, Inflation, Housing Debate
Wed
News: Politics · United States
House Republicans Oppose $1.2T Spending Bill, Averting Shutdown
January 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
Sun
News: Politics · United States
House Defeats Massie’s Vehicle ‘Kill Switch’ Mandate Bid
The House voted down Rep. Thomas Massie's amendment to defund the Biden-era vehicle 'kill switch' mandate, designed to prevent impaired driving via new technology.
Sat
News: Politics · United States
Jack Smith Defends Trump Prosecutions to House Judiciary
November 2025
5 stories: 5 news stories
Fri
News: Politics · World
White House Calls Whitehouse ‘Scam Victim’ Over COP30 Funding
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Biden DOJ Subpoenaed Jim Jordan’s Phone Records for Jan. 6 Probe
Wed
News: Politics · United States
Raskin Under Fire for Defending Plaskett’s Epstein Texts
Mon
News: Politics · United States
Rand Paul Blocks Spending Bill Over Hemp Regulations, Shutdown Looms
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Schumer’s Plan: Extend Obamacare Subsidies, Avert US Shutdown
Senator Chuck Schumer and Democrats unveil a plan to prevent a US government shutdown and extend crucial Obamacare subsidies, aiming to avert steep ACA premium increases…
October 2025
5 stories: 5 news stories
Thu
News: Politics · United States
SNAP Benefits Halted Nov 1: 42 Million Americans Affected by Shutdown
Thu
News: Politics · United States
Fetterman Breaks with Democrats on Government Shutdown
Fri
News: Politics · United States
Hakeem Jeffries Slams Karoline Leavitt Over ‘Sick’ Remarks
Tue
News: Politics · United States
Pam Bondi Accuses Blumenthal of Military Lie at DOJ Hearing
Sat
News: Politics · United States
Government Shutdowns Cost Taxpayers $1.2B in Back Pay
September 2025
1 story: 1 news story
Tue
News: Politics · United States
Government Shutdown 2025: What It Means for You
A government shutdown in 2025 could impact federal workers, services, and the economy. Get a breakdown of what happens, who works, and who is furloughed.
