Jim Spellman

Washington, D.C.

DC Correspondent at CGTN

Was CNN Denver, now CGTN DC. Drums in @VelocityGirlDC . Guitar man in @foxhallstacks . I mos def don’t speak for my employer or anyone else. He/Him.

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Critics say Trump administration’s immigration policy denies migrants’ constitutional rights

3 days ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published May 11, 2025 at 4:40 PM As the Trump administration looks to continue its immigration crackdown and mass deportations, some have accused the administration of denying migrants basic constitutional rights. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.
Air traffic controller shortages blamed for delays at Newark Liberty Airport

1 week ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published May 4, 2025 at 2:44 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, outside New York City, is a busy travel hub even on a good day, but recently travelers have encountered even more delays. One key problem is that there are not enough air traffic controllers. As qualified personnel retire from the highly stressful job, not enough new recruits are being hired and trained, according to industry analysts and the FAA. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Trump’s bold foreign policy plans stall in first 100 days

2 weeks ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published April 29, 2025 at 12:44 PM Updated April 29, 2025 at 12:53 PM It was Trump’s intention on Day One to bring about dramatic changes not only nationally but internationally, but what has actually taken place? CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports. This website uses cookies to improve your experience.
U.S. restaurants struggle with tariffs

3 weeks ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

VIDEO Published April 22, 2025 at 5:28 PM Many U.S. businesses are struggling to cope with new tariffs from the Trump administration. To deal with the uncertainty of where the United States trade war may lead, some restaurants are stocking up. CGTN’s Jim Spellman has the details. Related
Debates continue over Trump administration’s deportation campaign

3 weeks ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published April 19, 2025 at 6:14 PM U.S. President Donald Trump’s deportation campaign continues on several fronts, even as courts are pushing back. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.
Elon Musk leads Forbes’ 2025 rich list at $342B

1 month ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published April 2, 2025 at 1:02 PM Forbes magazine is out with its annual “Billionaires List” of the world’s wealthiest people. Many of those lucky enough to be included are close with U.S. President Donald Trump. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports. VIDEO RelatedElon Musk is taking on what may be the REAL final frontier: combining man and machine with a new technology dubbed "Neuralink”. The new brain implants would allow data to be transmitted between humans and computers.
Migrants, international students caught in Trump’s immigration crackdown

1 month ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published April 1, 2025 at 10:54 AM The Trump administration has launched a full-scale crackdown on immigration in the United States. Student visa holders have been detained and alleged criminals deported without court hearings. Many of the policies are being challenged in court, as hundreds of thousands of migrants face an uncertain future. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Monitoring group sues in federal court over leaked Yemen war chat

1 month ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published March 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM Revelations that Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, was inadvertently included on a text thread with a group of high-ranking U.S. national security officials continue to stir up Washington. During the chat they discussed an attack on Houthi rebels in Yemen. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Trump’s executive expansion hits resistance

1 month ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published March 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM Updated March 18, 2025 at 7:29 PM U.S. President Donald Trump has been accused of trying to increase his office’s power by ignoring constitutional laws, bypassing rules on government workers and funding, and deporting migrants without a fair process.The White House says his orders are legal and he’s working for the betterment of the country. Jim Spellman has the latest.
Trump’s federal government changes continue

2 months ago | america.cgtn.com | Jim Spellman

Published February 21, 2025 at 5:22 PM Updated February 21, 2025 at 5:24 PM U.S. President Donald Trump, now in his second month in office, shows no sign of slowing down as he attempts to reshape the federal government and advance his policies. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports. This website uses cookies to improve your experience.