Philip Wegmann is a White House reporter at RealClearPolitics. He covers a range of topics including government and politics, international affairs, and public policy, with a focus on current affairs and geopolitical issues. Wegmann's work has been featured in various publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The Epoch Times, and Hot Air.
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Philip Wegmann's coverage is heavily focused on local and national politics, with a particular emphasis on the Republican Party. He frequently covers government announcements, legal policy regulations, and provides opinion editorials related to political events.
Given this focus, pitches should offer insightful analysis or commentary on current political developments within the United States, particularly those pertaining to the Republican Party and presidential candidates. Sources with direct knowledge of campaign strategies or experience in political communication could be valuable for collaboration.
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By: Philip Wegmann
The Trump administration is set to launch audits of state watchdogs responsible for ferreting out wrongdoing.
Philip Wegmann WASHINGTON—Vice President JD Vance has delivered an ultimatum to all 50 states: Fully comply with antifraud statutes or run the risk of losing federal Medicaid funding.
By: Philip Wegmann, Lindsay Wise, Ken Thomas, Marianne Levine
Republican senators, who typically defer to the president, revolted over a Trump endorsement and his “anti-weaponization fund.”
By: Philip Wegmann
The president has gained 14 pounds since his last physical exam in 2025, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella said in the report.
Read this exciting story from The Wall Street Journal June 08, 2026 issue. Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, a former senior Trump administration official, said she resigned last month in part because she was increasingly frustrated with the lack of oversight of the intelligence community’s use of taxpayer funds—including gold bullion.
By: Elias Leight, Philip Wegmann, Sabrina Rodriguez
From empty concert stages to fractured group chats, the president’s cultural movement is hitting an establishment wall.
By: Lindsay Wise, Philip Wegmann
Many of the conservatives who cheered on the president worry that the peace agreement doesn’t go far enough to deter Iran.
Many of the conservatives who cheered on the president worry that the peace agreement doesn't go far enough to deter Iran.
By: Sabrina Rodriguez, Philip Wegmann, Laura J. Nelson
The Democratic governor considering a presidential run has turned a Justice Department probe into a fundraising opportunity.
By: Philip Wegmann, Lydia Wheeler
The president alleged that vandals damaged the pool, but the administration has provided little evidence to support that claim.
