Jess McHugh

Breaking News Reporter -- Europe

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Jess McHugh reports on Europe for the breaking news team. A Yale alum, she has previously worked for CNN, McSweeney's, and The Missing Slate and reported from France, Senegal, San Francisco, and DC. When's she's not writing about French politics, she boxes and knits scarves.

Non-Syrian Refugees Are Being Told They Can’t Apply For Asylum In Greece And Turkey

A report by members of European Parliament confirmed fears among aid organizations that non-Syrians would face discrimination.

Cliven Bundy Nevada Standoff Update: Rancher Sues President Obama

Bundy is facing charges over a 2014 armed standoff with federal agents.

Why Did Austrian Chancellor Resign? European Politicians Face Growing Challenges Amid EU Refugee Crisis

More than 1 million people sought asylum in 2015, and authorities are struggling to cope with the influx as citizens once open to welcoming refugees harden their views.

Medical Marijuana Attracts Families To US As International Pot 'Refugees’

Colorado in particular has attracted treatment-seekers, given the state's large contingent of advocacy groups and doctors devoted to its use.

Climate Change 2016 Update: Paris Fights Pollution With Car-Free Day

The French capital instituted a car-free day the first Sunday of every month, after it saw a dangerous spike in smog in the past several years.

China Economy News 2016: Exports Slump Amid Weak Demand

While the decrease reversed an 11.5 percent increase in March, some analysts see improvement in the quarters ahead.

Brexit Vote 2016: Amid Tight Polls, Former British Spy Warns Of Security Consequences

A vote on the United Kingdom leaving the European Union is set to take place June 23.

London Mayor Elections 2016: Amid Tight Brexit Polls, Pro-EU Sadiq Khan Poised For Victory

If Sadiq Khan wins Thursday's election, he would become the first Muslim to lead Britain’s capital.

Turkey Political Controversy: Erdoğan Consolidates Power As Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu Announces Resignation

Ahmet Davutoğlu 's plans to resign fueled fears the Turkish president could govern with his power going unchecked.

Amid Military And Nuclear Tensions, Russia Warns NATO: Moscow Will Defend Its Interests

A third U.S. army brigade and 4,000 additional NATO troops could be deployed to the Baltic States in the coming year.

Poland Economy Update 2016: German Automaker Mercedes-Benz To Build $575M Engine Factory In Polish Town

The project is part of a broader shift among Western European manufacturers to shift production to Eastern Europe.

Brexit Polls 2016: ‘Leave’ EU Support Edges Ahead In New Survey Prior To Referendum

The main issues at stake concern Britain’s ability to protect itself, its economic prowess and its national sovereignty.

Refugee Crisis 2016: Mediterranean Migrant Arrivals To Europe Surge Through Italy As Death Toll Rises

Desperate refugees are taking a new route to Europe from North Africa, and it’s more dangerous than ever.

Amid Russian Nuclear Tensions, NATO Military Buildup On Eastern European Border Urged By US Defense Chief

NATO could pursue a greater presence in Eastern Europe, U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter warned Tuesday.

What Is Nuit Debout? Controversial French Labor Protest Movement Sees Police Crackdown In Paris

The Nuit Debout protest movement began in response to a controversial proposal to change the nation's labor laws.

Legalized Gambling Sites In The UK: A Look Inside The Online Betting Shops That Let Brits Play Political Odds

Politics can mean big money in the U.K.'s legal gambling system.

Who Gets Prince's Money? Singer's Family To Appear In Probate Court

Prince's estate was estimated in the hundreds of millions of dollars, and it will just keep growing after his death.

Amid Continuing Low Oil Prices And Economic Recession, Venezuela Changes Clocks To Conserve Electricity

The move is aimed at cutting electricity costs in the struggling country, which has been hurt by low oil prices.

London Mayor Election Polls 2016: Labour Candidate Sadiq Khan Leads Ahead Of Thursday Voting

If he wins, the Labour Party member of Parliament would become the first Muslim mayor of London.

Finland-NATO Controversy: ‘Serious Crisis’ Possible With Russia If European Nation Joins, Report Says

Finland has historically remained militarily neutral, but Moscow’s Arctic ambitions may change that.

Met Gala 2016 Red Carpet Celebrity Fashion: The Most Beautiful And Outrageous Dresses Through History [PHOTOS]

Take a look back at some of the most memorable fashion choices from previous years ahead of Monday’s event.

Chemical Weapons In Syria: Global Watchdog Looks To Prevent Attacks From Terror Groups

The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is set to begin its annual conference Monday, focusing on threats from terror groups rather than nations.