samantha-grasso

Samantha Grasso


Samantha Grasso is a former IRL staff writer for the Daily Dot with a reporting emphasis on immigration. Her work has appeared on AJ+, Vox, Splinter, Los Angeles Magazine, and Austin Monthly.

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The Super Bowl’s human trafficking problem and the myths that come with it

It doesn't only happen one week of the year.

On Feb 5, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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‘Cash Me Ousside’ teen’s new merch store capitalizes on her viral fame

This is how you turn the internet on its head.

On Feb 4, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Netflix may have dropped the premiere date of ‘Stranger Things’ season 2

It's simple math.

On Feb 4, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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FCC rescinds participation of 9 companies providing internet for poorer Americans

The decision reverses those made by the Obama administration.

On Feb 4, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Arkansas law allows parents, spouses to veto abortions

They are blocking the most common method of second-trimester abortions.

On Feb 2, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Trump’s draft executive order could deport immigrants for being poor

It's unclear if Trump will move forward with these leaked drafts.

On Feb 2, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Matthew McConaughey encourages Hollywood to ’embrace’ reality of Trump

'Well, they don't have a choice now.'

On Feb 2, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Politicians, activists, and artists poignantly usher in Black History Month

They're tweeting history lessons, memes, and the work that's needed ahead.

On Feb 1, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

Cash Me Ousside Howboh Dat meme

Meet the teen behind ‘Cash me ousside, howbow dah,’ the internet’s favorite threat

It started with a stint on 'Dr. Phil.' Then it took on a life of its own.

On Feb 1, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Trump to keep LGBTQ protections for federal workers

The move contrasts early reports.

On Jan 31, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Trump blames Delta, liberal tears for logistical issues with immigration ban

Trump's insistent the order has had 'very few problems.'

On Jan 30, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Donald Trump’s Muslim ban may block Iranian director from attending Oscars

An actor for the film is boycotting the ceremony.

On Jan 28, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Hours after Donald Trump signs Muslim ban, a Texas mosque burned to the ground

A GoFundMe account to rebuild the mosque has been established.

On Jan 28, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Iran to block U.S. citizens in response to Trump’s Muslim ban

'Iran will implement the principle of reciprocity.'

On Jan 28, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

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Donald Trump’s immigration ban is already being challenged by lawyers, civil groups

Refugees are already being detained.

On Jan 28, 2017 by Samantha Grasso