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Katelyn Burns

Katelyn Burns

Former PT Political Writer

    Latest articles by Katelyn Burns

    A Trump second term
    What a second Trump term could mean for LGBTQ peopleWhat a second Trump term could mean for LGBTQ people
    A Trump second term

    LGBTQ people would likely see their rights further chipped away.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Stimulus talks are at an impasse as Senate Republicans object to White House packageStimulus talks are at an impasse as Senate Republicans object to White House package
    Politics

    The administration’s $1.8 trillion offer is too much for Senate Republicans, not good enough for Pelosi and House Democrats.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    A man was killed amid competing rallies in DenverA man was killed amid competing rallies in Denver
    Politics

    Details are unclear, but police confirmed a private security guard shot and killed a right-wing demonstrator.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Trump used his first speech post-hospitalization to make a pitch to Black votersTrump used his first speech post-hospitalization to make a pitch to Black voters
    Politics

    In a brief 15-minute speech, he touted his support for law enforcement and investment in Black-owned businesses.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Chris Christie leaves the hospital after a week of Covid-19 treatmentChris Christie leaves the hospital after a week of Covid-19 treatment
    Politics

    The former New Jersey governor likely contracted the virus at a White House reception for Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Trump may still be infectious. He’s having events anyway.Trump may still be infectious. He’s having events anyway.
    Politics

    The president won’t say whether he’s tested negative for Covid-19, but he’s holding rallies on Saturday and Monday.

    By Katelyn Burns
    9 questions about trans issues you were too embarrassed to ask
    Explainers

    From pronouns to sports to puberty blockers, here are answers to the most common questions about trans issues.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Ben Ray Luján is hoping to become one of the most influential Latino senatorsBen Ray Luján is hoping to become one of the most influential Latino senators
    Politics

    After five terms in the House, Luján is seeking to replace Sen. Tom Udall as one of New Mexico’s senators.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    How Amy Coney Barrett on the Supreme Court could affect LGBTQ rightsHow Amy Coney Barrett on the Supreme Court could affect LGBTQ rights
    Politics

    She once questioned the Court’s landmark ruling on marriage equality.

    By Katelyn Burns
    Politics
    Trump says he won’t commit to leaving office if he loses the election because of a “ballot scam”Trump says he won’t commit to leaving office if he loses the election because of a “ballot scam”
    Politics

    He politicized an incident in Pennsylvania to make an unfounded claim that Democrats are “cheating” in the election.

    By Katelyn Burns