Tess Bonn

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C., United States

Senior Writer and Weekend Editor at Wake-Up Call

Senior Writer and Weekend Editor at Katie Couric Media

Childless dog lady and journalist. Previously: CNBC and Rolling Stone. I like to ask a lot of questions.

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Articles

These Are the States Hit Hardest by the Measles Outbreak So Far

2 weeks ago | katiecouric.com | Tess Bonn

Measles is on the move again: More than 700 cases have been confirmed in 25 states as of Friday. Health officials have reported outbreaks of the highly contagious virus — known for causing high fever, cough, and a telltale rash — in states from Arizona and New Mexico to Hawaii. The surge can be traced back to January, when the first cases were reported in West Texas.
Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat Warns of Trump’s “Autocratic Rule”

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

Tess BonnThu, April 10, 2025 at 7:44 PM UTC2 min readFor years, critics — from political rivals to international observers — have drawn troubling parallels between former President Trump and authoritarian leaders, citing his rhetoric and his effort to overturn the 2020 election. Meanwhile, Trump and his supporters have consistently brushed off these comparisons, dismissing them as nothing more than politically charged exaggerations.
Tariff Tit-for-Tat: What Trump’s Trade War Will Cost You at Checkout

2 weeks ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

President Trump is showing no signs of backing down from his trade war. On Tuesday, he charged ahead with a massive 104 percent tariff on China, set to kick in at midnight. If you missed the latest tit-for-tat, China was already bracing for a 34 percent hike on Wednesday as part of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs package.
Tariff Tit-for-Tat: What Trump’s Trade War Will Cost You at Checkout

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

President Trump is showing no signs of backing down from his trade war. On Tuesday, he charged ahead with a massive 104 percent tariff on China, set to kick in at midnight. If you missed the latest tit-for-tat, China was already bracing for a 34 percent hike on Wednesday as part of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs package.
Deep-Sea Mining: The Battle Over Earth’s Last Frontier

2 weeks ago | katiecouric.com | Tess Bonn

The Wild West is alive and well — it just moved underwater. As nations and companies race to stake their claim in the deep sea, industry is moving faster than regulation can keep up. This year, the fight over deep-sea mining hit a critical turning point. In March, global negotiations at the International Seabed Authority (ISA) took center stage, only to be followed by a shocking move from The Metals Company (TMC), a Canadian firm, which is attempting to sidestep international law altogether.
Deep-Sea Mining: The Battle Over Earth’s Last Frontier

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

The Wild West is alive and well — it just moved underwater. As nations and companies race to stake their claim in the deep sea, industry is moving faster than regulation can keep up. This year, the fight over deep-sea mining hit a critical turning point. In March, global negotiations at the International Seabed Authority (ISA) took center stage, only to be followed by a shocking move from The Metals Company (TMC), a Canadian firm, which is attempting to sidestep international law altogether.
Will Trump Back Down From Tariffs? Global Powers Weigh Countermeasures

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

Countries around the world are showing a united front in response to President Trump’s sweeping tariffs last week. Following China and Canada’s lead, the European Union is expected to approve its first round of retaliatory tariffs against the U.S., targeting everything from dental floss to wine. The 27-nation bloc, which includes France and Germany, now faces U.S. import tariffs of 25 percent on cars, steel, and aluminum — and an additional 20 percent on nearly all other goods.
NYT Columnist Maureen Dowd: Trump’s Become the “Emperor of Chaos”

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

President Donald Trump has spent years attacking the media, branding journalists as “the enemy of the people.” But now that he’s back in the White House, those words are turning into action. In February, his administration barred legacy outlets like the Associated Press from the White House, while his FCC cracked down on independent media. The assault on press freedom has rattled longtime journalists — including New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd, known for her biting political critiques.
How Trump’s Workforce Cuts Are Reshaping America’s Public Health System

3 weeks ago | katiecouric.com | Tess Bonn

Top officials across the Department of Health and Human Services were placed on leave, and countless other federal employees lost their jobs Tuesday as the Trump administration began its purge. In a cruel twist, some federal workers didn’t realize they had been laid off until they arrived at their offices, only to find their badges no longer worked. Soon, two long lines of hundreds of employees stretched around HHS headquarters.
How Taking 7,000 Steps Every Day Could Help Save Your Life

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tess Bonn

Walking that magical 10,000 steps per day has long been thought of as the optimal goal for staying fit, but a new study suggests that you can walk less and still reap some major health benefits. A study published in The Lancet medical journal found that men and women aged 60 and over who take around 7,000 steps a day slashed their mortality risk by as much as 50 percent. Walking more is also beneficial for younger people — those who walked at least 8,000 steps a day saw a similar outcome.