Anna Commander

Arlington, Florida

Deputy News Editor at Newsweek

Night Editor @Newsweek I @floridaatlantic alumna. Orlando, FL native. Opinions are my own.

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Map shows states that may experience Canada wildfire smoke

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Joe Edwards |Anna Commander

A Newsweek map shows where smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning across Canada which have prompted mass evacuations could impact states in the U.S.Why It MattersSmoke and airborne pollutants can be especially hazardous for individuals with respiratory conditions. So far this year, wildfires have scorched over 1.58 million acres in Canada—roughly 40 percent above the 10-year average for this time of year, CNN reported.
Republican says US should end all military aid to Israel

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

By Anna Commander is a Newsweek Editor and writer based in Florida. Her focus is reporting on crime, weather and breaking news. She has covered weather, and major breaking news events in South Florida. Anna joined Newsweek in 2022 from The National Desk in Washington, D.C. and had previously worked at CBS12 News in West Palm Beach. She is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University. You can get in touch with Anna by emailing [email protected].
Harvard president's dig at Trump met with standing ovation at graduation

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

Harvard University President Alan Garber opened his remarks to the graduating class of 2025 on Thursday with praise for its students—domestic and foreign—after President Donald Trump's attempt to stop the school from enrolling international students. Newsweek reached out to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) via email for comment on Thursday.
Harvard President’s Dig at Trump Met With Standing Ovation at Graduation

1 week ago | mahoningmatters.com | Anna Commander

Harvard University President Alan Garber opened his remarks to the graduating class of 2025 on Thursday with praise for its students-domestic and foreign-after President Donald Trump's attempt to stop the school from enrolling international students. Newsweek reached out to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) via email for comment on Thursday.
Marco Rubio announces new plan to revoke Chinese student visas

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

By Anna Commander is a Newsweek Editor and writer based in Florida. Her focus is reporting on crime, weather and breaking news. She has covered weather, and major breaking news events in South Florida. Anna joined Newsweek in 2022 from The National Desk in Washington, D.C. and had previously worked at CBS12 News in West Palm Beach. She is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University. You can get in touch with Anna by emailing [email protected].
Elon Musk issues statement as he prepares to exit White House

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

By Anna Commander is a Newsweek Editor and writer based in Florida. Her focus is reporting on crime, weather and breaking news. She has covered weather, and major breaking news events in South Florida. Anna joined Newsweek in 2022 from The National Desk in Washington, D.C. and had previously worked at CBS12 News in West Palm Beach. She is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University. You can get in touch with Anna by emailing [email protected].
Donald Trump Says Harvard is 'Getting Their A** Kicked'

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

President Donald Trump took a new dig at Harvard University on Wednesday amid the administration's very public legal feud with the Ivy League institution, saying that the school is "getting their a** kicked."Newsweek reached out to Harvard via email for comment Wednesday. Why It MattersTrump and his administration have cracked down on Ivy League institutions, such as Harvard and Columbia University, since taking office in January.
White House Calls AOC 'Leader' of the Democratic Party

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

The White House ripped into New York Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for her stance on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while simultaneously referring to her as the "leader" of the Democratic Party. Newsweek reached out to Ocasio-Cortez's office via email Wednesday for comment. Why It MattersSince his inauguration on January 20, President Donald Trump has prioritized immigration as a key pillar within his administration.
Trump admin wants to dismiss Abrego Garcia case because he's not In US

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Sonam Sheth |Anna Commander

By Sonam Sheth is an Evening Politics Editor at Newsweek who is based in New York. She joined Newsweek in 2024 and previously worked at Business Insider and CNBC. Sonam has extensive experience covering national security, foreign policy, elections, and stories at the intersection of law and politics. Her work has been cited in The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Vanity Fair, and others.
Secret Service Officers Suspended After On-Duty 'Altercation'

1 week ago | newsweek.com | Anna Commander

Two Secret Service officers have been suspended following an "on-duty altercation" last week, the agency told Newsweek. Why It MattersThe Secret Service is tasked with protecting and investigating "protectees, key locations, and events of national significance," according to its website. Secret Service agents and officers are allowed to execute warrants, carry firearms, and make arrests like other law enforcement, U.S. criminal code says.