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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How Canadian tariffs could impact tourism to the US
In the Spotlight Canadians represent the largest group of foreign visitors to the United States. But they may soon stop visiting.
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'If you keep people permanently unhappy, you cannot have a stable society'
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Deportation of Haitians in Ohio could cause economic turmoil
The Explainer Temporary protected status (TPS) is set to expire for 500,000 Haitians in August
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'This new reality contradicts one of the chief aims of America's patent system'
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'The West's response has become critical'
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After attacking the FAA, the Trump administration wants to boost air traffic control hiring
In the Spotlight Recruit pay is being increased to $23 an hour in an effort to attract new controllers
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'Some news organizations will fight, in an atmosphere of constant anxiety'
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Mountains of garbage are creating more hazards in Gaza
under the radar Gaza was already creating 1,700 tons of waste daily prior to the war
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'It makes less sense than ever for the public to be coddling this sport'
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DOGE cuts could mean a reduced US footprint in Antarctica
In the Spotlight About 10% of the National Science Foundation has been laid off
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'There is no actor who comes close to conveying authority with such humanity'
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Eggs too pricey? Rent a chicken.
Under the Radar The cost of eggs increased more than 15% in January
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'The world needs Francis' leadership'
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Why fighting is allowed in ice hockey
In Depth Fights are still seen in numerous professional games
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'The next German government enters a new, uncertain phase of history'
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'Failure to vaccinate against these diseases is dangerous to your child'
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Amazon's 'James Bond' deal could mean a new future for 007
In the Spotlight The franchise was previously owned by the Broccoli family
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'It also means the start of a virtuous ecological cycle'
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New FBI Director Kash Patel could profit heavily from foreign interests
The Explainer Patel holds more than $1 million in Chinese fashion company Shein
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'There is a lot riding on the deal for both sides'
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Store closings could accelerate throughout 2025
Under the Radar Major brands like Macy's and Walgreens are continuing to shutter stores
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'It's not hard to imagine how such an arrangement can go wrong'
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Elon Musk’s DOGE website has gotten off to a bad start
In the Spotlight The site was reportedly able to be edited by anyone when it first came online
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Dairy milk, once maligned, is making a comeback
Under the Radar Sales of dairy milk were up 2% in 2024
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