
Justin Klawans, The Week US
Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and a variety of general news. He has also covered film, television and entertainment news as a freelancer for Collider and United Press International. He has helmed live-blog coverage of the war in Ukraine, interviewed the courtroom artist for the Ghislaine Maxwell trial and once received a single-word statement from director Spike Lee. His reporting has been cited in a variety of outlets including "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert."
Based in Chicago, he is a big hockey fan and has previously covered NHL analysis and the Chicago Blackhawks for Fansided.
Latest articles by Justin Klawans, The Week US
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'The results speak for themselves'
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How could Trump ending a VA mortgage program leave veterans on the streets?
Today's Big Question Vets could face foreclosure as a result of the White House's actions
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'The measles virus in Texas keeps spreading like, well, measles'
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What would an African pope mean for the continent?
Today's Big Question The Catholic Church has never had a pope from Africa in its modern history
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Scientists have found the first proof that ancient humans fought animals
Under the Radar A human skeleton definitively shows damage from a lion's bite
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'It is not enough to simply defend the status quo'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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The Supreme Court case that could forge a new path to sue the FBI
The Explainer The case arose after the FBI admitted to raiding the wrong house in 2017
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'Incarceration profoundly affects families and communities'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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Trump's 100-day approval ratings at historic low
Speed Read Americans appear to be wary of Trump's sweeping tariffs and handling of the economy
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Suspect charged after 11 die in Vancouver car attack
Speed Read Kai-Ji Adam Lo drove an SUV into a crowd at the Lapu Lapu Day festival
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Kevin Warsh: the man who could replace Jerome Powell as Fed chair
In the Spotlight Powell's term ends in 2026, and President Donald Trump will likely replace him
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The worst coral bleaching event breaks records
The Explainer Bleaching has now affected 84% of the world's coral reefs
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'It is a test of Africa's will to lead, not follow'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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'Congress could help by providing federal protections'
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Protein obsession is oversaturating the health food space
Under the Radar Some experts say that fiber is now the most important macro to focus on
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Conspiracy theorists circle again following RFK file release
The Explainer Both RFK and his brother, President John F. Kennedy, have been the subjects of conspiracies
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'"Andor" examines all sides of how empires operate'
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'From his election as pope in 2013, Francis sought to reform'
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Russia removes the Taliban's terrorist designation as their connections grow
The Explainer Russia had designated the Taliban as a terrorist group over 20 years ago
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'It makes absolutely no sense'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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Electric ferries are becoming the next big environmental trend
Under the Radar From Hong Kong to Lake Tahoe, electric ferries are the new wave
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'This is not an unusual story'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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A running list of Trump's second-term national security controversies
In Depth Several scandals surrounding national security have rocked the Trump administration
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How might Trump's tariffs affect the luxury goods market?
Today's Big Question Luxury clothes, cars and watches could take a hit in the coming months
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