Politics
Elections, legislation, and more politics news from the news editors at Marie Claire.
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Melania Trump Sent a Personal Message to Princess Kate During State VisitThe First Lady has a particular fondness for the Princess of Wales.
By Kristin Contino Published
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The Big Business of BreastfeedingPumps, apps, consultants, supplements, stash culture—feeding a baby now comes with an entire economy of labor, spending, and creeping anxiety.
By Sara Holzman Published
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, the Universal Child Care WhispererHow one governor played the long game to achieve free child care for New Mexico—the first U.S. state to ever provide it.
By Kristin Contino Published
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Inside the Baby2Baby BoomThe nonprofit run by Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein is known for its A-list ambassadors and West Hollywood galas. But celebrity is just a means to an end, with the group donating half a billion items to the moms and babies who need them.
By Emma Childs Published
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The ICE-Chasing Soccer MomHow Angelica Vargas started tailing federal agents across Southern California—and became one of TikTok’s most unlikely folk heroes.
By Noor Ibrahim Published
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Introducing the Power Moms Class of 2026Meet the women reshaping the culture of motherhood.
By The Editors Published
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King Charles Experienced "Faux Pas" at the White HouseThe president was "horrified."
By Amy Mackelden Published
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What Will the Future of Firearms Look Like?One thing is certain: it will be shaped by women on both sides of the fight.
By Laura Bassett Published
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The Women Coming Together to Make Friends and Shoot FirearmsThis is what a gun club for women looks like.
By Andrea Stanley Published
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In Our Era of Mass Shootings, Will the Educators Ever Be All Right?A growing group of survivors must contend with the deep, emotional impact such an event has on their lives.
By Andrea Stanley Published
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What Gun Violence Cost Six WomenWhat it’s like to have a loved one killed with a weapon.
By Lorena O'Neil Published
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We Partnered With Harvard to Ask: How Do Women Really Feel About Guns?We asked women about their interest in guns, their fears, their political feelings, and more.
By Andrea Stanley Published
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Women and Guns: A ‘Marie Claire’ InvestigationTen years ago, ‘Marie Claire’ published a groundbreaking series that explored the complex world of females and firearms. A decade later, we’re returning to the same topic to understand what’s changed—and what hasn’t.
By Andrea Stanley Published
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One Politician Was Forced to "Break the Bad News" to Andrew"He was not thrilled. I tried to cheer him up."
By Amy Mackelden Published
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Why White Suits Were the Democratic Congresswomen Dress Code at the State of the UnionLast night's clothing was an acknowledgement of their "fight" against the Trump administration.
By Halie LeSavage Published
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New York Fashion Week Joins the "ICE OUT" Movement"This is hopefully the first step of what you're doing."
By Ana Colón Last updated
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Is Jennifer Siebel Newsom the Most Underestimated Woman in American Politics?She’s Governor Gavin Newsom’s most important ally—and a force in her own right. In a Marie Claire exclusive, California’s First Partner pulls back the curtain.
By Noor Ibrahim Published
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Rama Duwaji's Mayoral Inauguration Style Spotlights NYC ClassicsShe stacked back-to-back classic coats into her looks.
By Halie LeSavage Last updated
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Women Are Telling the Truth in Their OOO Messages. It’s DevastatingA national campaign is delivering a radically honest wake-up call about childcare, burnout, and life without paid leave.
By Noor Ibrahim Published
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D.C.'s Dress Code Revolution Is Now in SessionInoffensive suits and American flag pins used to be the status quo. Now, Capitol Hill insiders are setting classic decorum aside for all-out expression.
By Mekita Rivas Last updated
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Women’s Issues Just Won the ElectionFrom childcare to abortion, voters weighed in.
By Noor Ibrahim Published
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A New Look for New York City's First LadyRama Duwaji used her first outfit as the mayor-elect's wife to send a message.
By Halie LeSavage Published
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How to Help Victims of Hurricane MelissaRelief efforts have begun in Haiti, Cuba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas.
By Amy Mackelden Published
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I Found Out I Was Pregnant the Week I Announced My Run for CongressSome might call it bad timing. I call it exactly right.
By Lisa Vedernikova Khanna Published
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The Mothers Taking On the Trump AdministrationFrom birthright citizenship to healthcare bans, a wave of government policies has put families at risk. It has also galvanized a group of women to take a stand.
By Noor Ibrahim Published
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She Was Fired for Defying Trump—But She's Coming Back SwingingJudge Karen Ortiz resisted an anti-trans directive under Trump—and paid the price. Now she’s taking on the agency that fired her.
By Mira Ptacin Published


