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Nov 29, 2023

About

Toni Mathews is a veteran journalist and Political Correspondent for Cleveland 13 News, bringing over 13 years of professional experience to her coverage of national and global affairs. With a Master’s degree in the Administration of Justice, Toni specializes in dissecting complex geopolitical shifts, federal policy changes, and international relations. Her reporting provides Northeast Ohio viewers with a clear, analytical lens on how major decisions in Washington D.C. and across the globe directly impact the local landscape.


At Cleveland 13, Toni is the primary voice for high-stakes political analysis, moving beyond the headlines to explore the legislative and economic forces shaping the world. Whether she is reporting on international trade, federal elections, or social justice reform on a national scale, her work is defined by rigorous research and a commitment to objectivity. By bridging the gap between global events and local relevance, Toni ensures that the Cleveland community remains informed and engaged with the broader political world.

Recent Stories (19)

Mar 10, 20263 min
Trump Says Iran War Is Nearly Complete but Declines to Set Clear Timeline
President Trump categorized the ongoing military conflict with Iran as a nearly finished "excursion" during an interview with CBS on Monday, a statement that triggered a late-afternoon rally on Wall Street. The Dow Jones industrial average had spent the majority of the day in negative territory, but prices shifted sharply upward just before the closing bell as investors reacted to the prospect of a swift resolution.

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Mar 8, 20263 min
Iranian Missile Strikes on Gulf Energy Hubs and U.S. Bases Send Oil Prices Surging
Iranian missile and drone strikes hit sites across Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait, targeting energy infrastructure and U.S. military facilities as Gulf air defenses respond. The turmoil is paralyzing the Strait of Hormuz and driving a sharp oil-price spike, with shipping firms rerouting and officials weighing emergency measures as damage assessments continue.

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Jan 22, 20262 min
Trump Announces Greenland Framework Deal and Suspends Planned Tariffs
The announcement came via social media following a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. As part of this change in direction, the White House confirmed it won’t be imposing the tariffs that were originally scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. This move follows a Tuesday speech at the Davos conference where the President’s tone was notably more aggressive. During those remarks, he criticized NATO and Danish officials as ungrateful, suggesting the United States should own the is

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Jan 21, 20262 min
Trump Trip to Davos Delayed by Air Force One Mechanical Issue
President Trump’s trip to the World Economic Forum was delayed Tuesday night after Air Force One returned to Joint Base Andrews due to a minor electrical issue. The president and his crew transferred to a backup aircraft for the flight to Davos, Switzerland. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to replace the aging presidential fleet, including a multi-billion-dollar project with Boeing not expected for completion until 2028. The timing may impact Trump's scheduled morning speech.

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