Samah Wattad

Wattad

Samah Wattad is an investigative journalist and a Master's student in Communication at George Washington University, specializing in political communications. With over nine years of experience, her work focuses on politics, disinformation, and media influence

Under Trump, Arab Americans fear loss of rights and recognition

Trump's first 100 days of his second term have left Arab Americans struggling with fear, grief, and a lack of recognition

30 April, 2025

The new cost of pro-Palestine activism on US students' futures

With every social media post and protest, US students advocating for Palestine are now navigating a new fear — being watched, targeted, and potentially deported

23 April, 2025

Muslim and Arab voters refuse blame for Democrats' election loss

Arab and Muslim voters reject blame for the Democrats' loss, citing the party’s failure to address Gaza and domestic issues, leading many to vote elsewhere

11 November, 2024

US elections see rise in Arab-American engagement in Virginia

Arab and Muslim communities in Virginia are becoming increasingly active ahead of the 2024 elections, focusing on the Gaza war and seeking better representation

28 October, 2024

How student activism is reshaping the 2024 US elections

As the 2024 US election nears, GWU's Students for Justice in Palestine are stepping up their protests against the country's support for Israel's war on Gaza

08 October, 2024