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New Polls Show Little Support for Biden and Trump
New polls released demonstrate that neither Joe Biden nor Donald Trump has garnered much support for potential 2024 presidential election bids. While left-leaning articles focus on poor support for Biden, right-leaning articles focus on support for Democrats versus the GOP.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,515 news articles covering this topic. 37% (555) are left-leaning, 41% (619) are centrist, and 23% (341) are right-leaning.
From the left: CNN Poll: 75% of Democratic voters want someone other than Biden in 2024, CNN
From the center: Poll: Majority of voters don’t want Biden or Trump in 2024, The Hill
From the right: Democrats hold slight edge over GOP, abortion more important to voters than inflation, poll shows, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,515 news articles covering this topic. 37% (555) are left-leaning, 41% (619) are centrist, and 23% (341) are right-leaning.
New polls released demonstrate that neither Joe Biden nor Donald Trump has garnered much support for potential 2024 presidential election bids. While left-leaning articles focus on poor support for Biden, right-leaning articles focus on support for Democrats versus the GOP.
A left-leaning article from CNN highlights how a CNN poll found that 75% of Democratic voters want someone other than Biden to run for President in 2024. As of January/February, only 51% of Democratic voters said the same thing.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how the majority of voters support neither Biden nor Trump for the 2024 presidential election. Explanations for the lack of support include that “there are a lot of voters, particularly in the middle ground or the more moderate voters in each party, who just don’t want that whole process re-litigated because it was such a divisive election.” Kamala Harris and Ron DeSantis currently hold the most support for the Democrat and Republican parties, respectively, for 2024.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Democrats hold a 4% edge over Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections – 16% of voters remain undecided. The article also notes that while the economy is the most important issue, voters care more about abortion than inflation.
Manchin Strikes Deal With Democrats
Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.VA) reached a multi-billion dollar deal to deal with deficit reduction, extend the Affordable Care Act, invest in clean energy to provide energy security, raise corporate taxes, and more. While left-leaning articles highlight the deal’s impact on climate change, right-leaning articles highlight the bill’s impact on inflation.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,414 news articles covering this topic. 39% (1,338) are left-leaning, 41% (1,397) are centrist, and 20% (679) are right-leaning.
From the left: Senate deal could be most significant climate bill yet, Washington Post
From the center: How Manchin struck a miracle of a deal with Schumer, Pelosi and Biden, The Hill
From the right: Manchin claims $700B deal with Schumer won't add to inflation, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 3,414 news articles covering this topic. 39% (1,338) are left-leaning, 41% (1,397) are centrist, and 20% (679) are right-leaning.
Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.VA) reached a multi-billion dollar deal to deal with deficit reduction, extend the Affordable Care Act, invest in clean energy to provide energy security, raise corporate taxes, and more. While left-leaning articles highlight the deal’s impact on climate change, right-leaning articles highlight the bill’s impact on inflation.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how the deal could be the most significant climate change deal yet and has the potential to reduce carbon pollution and decrease Americans’ power bills. However, the deal still falls short of U.S. commitments to lower emissions.
The Hill published a centrist article pushing back on the media and defending Manchin, writing that “the headlines that Manchin reversed himself or folded are flat-out wrong.” The article demonstrates how the deal was struck, following its path from the failed $3.5 trillion Build Back Better plan to in-depth negotiations with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY).
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how Manchin stated that he decided to support the bill after citing advisers that believe it will not worsen inflation numbers. Manchin refused to disclose who the trusted advisers were. While Manchin and Democrats believe the bill will not impact inflation, Republicans are doubtful.
Senate Passes Bipartisan Semiconductor Bill
In a 64-33 vote, the Senate passed a $280 billion bipartisan bill aimed at combating increased Chinese competition and subsidizing U.S.-made semiconductor chips. While left-leaning articles focus on the tech components of the bill, right-leaning articles focus on reactions from politicians.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,337 news articles covering this topic. 28% (648) are left-leaning, 49% (1,136) are centrist, and 24% (553) are right-leaning.
From the left: Senate passes bipartisan bill to subsidize U.S.-made semiconductor chips, Washington Post
From the center: Senate passes bill to boost computer chip production in US, The Hill
From the right: Senate passes China, semiconductor bill with House set to quickly take up measure, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,337 news articles covering this topic. 28% (648) are left-leaning, 49% (1,136) are centrist, and 24% (553) are right-leaning.
In a 64-33 vote, the Senate passed a $280 billion bipartisan bill aimed at combating increased Chinese competition and subsidizing U.S.-made semiconductor chips. While left-leaning articles focus on the tech components of the bill, right-leaning articles focus on reactions from politicians.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights how the bill set aside $52 billion for domestic semiconductor subsidies and investments in science and technology advancements to strengthen U.S. competitiveness. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer said that “I told our caucus yesterday that our grandchildren will hold good-paying jobs in industries we can’t even imagine because of what we are doing now. … This is going to go down as one of the major bipartisan achievements of this Congress.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how the bill provides grants and tax breaks for companies that build semiconductor chips in the U.S. While supporters of the bill say the U.S. must compete to manufacture the chips and needs to keep up with China’s advancements in cutting-edge technology, opponents critique the bill’s price tag and its $79 billion increase in the federal deficit over 10 years.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights the response by politicians to the bill. While Senator Todd Young (R-Ind) believes that the bill “confronts the challenges of today and builds a prosperous and secure tomorrow for all Americans,” some Republicans as well as Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) believe the bill amounts to corporate welfare.
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Senate passes bipartisan bill to subsidize U.S.-made semiconductor chips
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From the right
Senate passes China, semiconductor bill with House set to quickly take up measure
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Trump Threatens to Sue CNN Over "False and Defamatory" Reporting
Developments continue to be made surrounding former President Donald Trump’s fraudulent 2020 election claims. While left-leaning articles highlight more aggressive moves by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate Trump’s role in the 2020 elections, right-leaning articles highlight Trump’s defense of his post-election actions.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,559 news articles covering this topic. 44% (680) are left-leaning, 40% (616) are centrist, and 17% (263) are right-leaning.
From the left: Latest moves suggest DOJ investigation of 2020 election is looking at conduct directly related to Trump and his closest allies, CNN
From the center: Trump threatens CNN with lawsuit over ‘defamatory’ reporting, The Hill
From the right: Donald Trump defends post-election actions in new Truth Social rant, New York Post
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,559 news articles covering this topic. 44% (680) are left-leaning, 40% (616) are centrist, and 17% (263) are right-leaning.
Developments continue to be made surrounding former President Donald Trump’s fraudulent 2020 election claims. While left-leaning articles highlight more aggressive moves by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate Trump’s role in the 2020 elections, right-leaning articles highlight Trump’s defense of his post-election actions.
A left-leaning article from CNN focuses on how the DOJ has brought in two of Mike Pence’s former aides, signaling that the White House is investigating conduct directly related to Trump and his allies’ attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Attorney General Merrick Garland stated he “will hold accountable anyone who is criminally responsible for attempting to interfere with the legitimate, lawful transfer of power from one administration to the next.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Trump has threatened to sue CNN over “defamatory reporting” since 2016 and has called for them to retract or correct statements that Trump believes are false. A letter from Trump’s lawyers to CNN states that “without regard for President Trump’s genuine belief in his statements, CNN has published numerous articles characterizing him as a ‘liar’ and the purveyor of the ‘Big Lie.'”
A right-leaning article from the New York Post focuses on how Trump believes that he did nothing wrong in 2020. In a message on his Truth social media platform sent hours after the DOJ announced they were investigating his efforts to overturn the 2020 election, Trump wrote: “Just more disinformation by the Democrats… Now that we have found the answers to these crooked, election changing events, why is the Justice Department not prosecuting those responsible? Plenty of time left!”
House Democrats Pass the Respect for Marriage Act
Last week, in a vote of 267-157, the House passed the Respect for Marriage Act to enshrine same-sex and interracial marriage rights. While left-leaning articles focus on the lack of response by Senate Republicans to the bill, right-leaning articles focus on the media’s response.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,922 news articles covering this topic. 35% (1,015) are left-leaning, 45% (1,320) are centrist, and 20% (587) are right-leaning.
From the left: Republicans stay mum as Senate pushes toward same-sex marriage vote, Washington Post
From the center: Democrats aim to box in GOP on same-sex marriage, contraception, The Hill
From the right: Alyssa Farah says GOP is on the 'wrong side' of same-sex marriage issue: 'Should be the easiest vote', Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,922 news articles covering this topic. 35% (1,015) are left-leaning, 45% (1,320) are centrist, and 20% (587) are right-leaning.
Last week, in a vote of 267-157, the House passed the Respect for Marriage Act to enshrine same-sex and interracial marriage rights. While left-leaning articles focus on the lack of response by Senate Republicans to the bill, right-leaning articles focus on the media’s response.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights how Senate Republicans have largely ignored the Respect for Marriage Act. Republicans reportedly want to focus primarily on inflation and view the act as the Democrats’ method to distract against other concerns.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Democrats have attempted to box in the GOP on social issues such as same-sex marriage and contraception to help with the upcoming midterm elections. While these issues are politically popular and Democrats have called out Republicans who voted against them, Republicans have, instead, “argued that Democrats are playing political games in bringing up the bills, that same-sex marriage and contraception access are not at risk, and that the contraception bill posed issues with its wide definition and religious liberty ramifications.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights statements made by Alyssa Farah Griffin, “The View” guest host and CNN commentator, that the GOP is on the “wrong side” of the same-sex marriage issue. Farah Griffin believes, however, that there are 10 Republicans in the Senate who would vote for the bill but is worried that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) may not want to provide a “win” to moderate Republicans up for reelection.
Donald Trump Hints At Possible 2024 Election Run
Donald Trump delivered his first speech in DC since the January 6th Capitol riot, hinting at a possible 2024 Presidential election run. While left-leaning articles highlight former President Mike Pence’s speech in comparison with Trump’s, right-leaning articles detail statements made from Trump’s address.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,794 news articles covering this topic. 55% (985) are left-leaning, 38% (675) are centrist, and 7% (134) are right-leaning.
From the left: Trump, Pence speeches put stark GOP divide on display, Washington Post
From the center: Trump tiptoes closer to new White House run in DC address, The Hill
From the right: Trump predicts voters will 'rescue America's future' in midterms, hints at 2024 presidential run, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,794 news articles covering this topic. 55% (985) are left-leaning, 38% (675) are centrist, and 7% (134) are right-leaning.
Donald Trump delivered his first speech in DC since the January 6th Capitol riot, hinting at a possible 2024 Presidential election run. While left-leaning articles highlight former President Mike Pence’s speech in comparison with Trump’s, right-leaning articles detail statements made from Trump’s address.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post details how Trump and Pence gave dueling speeches on Tuesday. While Trump repeated false election fraud claims, Pence implored Republicans to move on from Trump and use a more forward-focused message.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Trump hinted at running again for President in 2024, claiming that he won a “second time” in 2020 but that “we may just have to do it again. We have to straighten out our country.” Trump, however, will likely not announce his decision to run until after the midterm elections. The article also notes how Trump’s speech started off scripted but ended with attacks of his critics.
A right-leaning article from Fox News details how Trump stated that voters will “rescue America’s future” in the 2022 midterm elections. Trump stated that “the American people are poised to reject the failed reign of Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer and the radical left in a momentous landslide.” Trump’s speech also hinted at a potential 2024 run and discussed his America First policy agenda.
Biden Administration Claims U.S. Not In Recession
The Biden administration has asserted that the U.S. has not entered a recession in advance of a key report on GDP set to release on Thursday by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The report is expected to show a second straight quarter of negative GDP growth. While left-leaning articles highlight the role of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in declaring a recession, right-leaning articles highlight the rejection of traditional recession definitions by the Biden administration.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,839 news articles covering this topic. 24% (683) are left-leaning, 52% (1,467) are centrist, and 24% (689) are right-leaning.
From the left: The Biden administration’s preemptive pushback on ‘recession’, Washington Post
From the center: Biden: ‘God willing, I don’t think we’re going to see a recession’, The Hill
From the right: Biden officials reject traditional recession definition as media questions put them on defensive, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,839 news articles covering this topic. 24% (683) are left-leaning, 52% (1,467) are centrist, and 24% (689) are right-leaning.
The Biden administration has asserted that the U.S. has not entered a recession in advance of a key report on GDP set to release on Thursday by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The report is expected to show a second straight quarter of negative GDP growth. While left-leaning articles highlight the role of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) in declaring a recession, right-leaning articles highlight the rejection of traditional recession definitions by the Biden administration.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how the NBER, a nonpartisan, private organization, makes the official determination for recession and uses factors other than negative GDP growth to declare a recession. Economists point to the strong labor market to explain why the NBER might hesitate to declare the U.S. in a recession. The article also notes how the Biden administration has preemptively pushed back on the term in advance of the midterm elections and as a result of Biden’s poor approval ratings.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how White House officials believe the U.S. is not in a recession. President Biden stated, “God willing, I don’t think we’re going to see a recession.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the Biden administration has rejected traditional definitions of what constitutes a recession. National Economic Council Director Brian Deese stated that the upcoming GDP report is “inherently back-words looking” and captures “different elements of economic activity.” NBC’s Chuck Todd said Treasury Secretary Janet Yelling was “splitting hairs” when she stated that “we are not in a recession now.”
Biden Slams Trump, Said He Lacked "Courage to Act" During Jan. 6th
In a recorded message to the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, President Joe Biden slammed Donald Trump for a lack of “courage to act” during the January 6th Capitol attack. While left-leaning articles focus on the January 6th committee, right-leaning articles detail Biden’s comments from the recorded message.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,405 news articles covering this topic. 60% (840) are left-leaning, 31% (436) are centrist, and 9% (129) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden slams Trump for watching Jan. 6 riot as police faced ‘medieval hell’, Washington Post
From the center: Biden assails Trump for lacking ‘courage to act’ on Jan. 6, The Hill
From the right: Biden blasts Trump, says he lacked 'courage to act' during Jan. 6 Capitol riot, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,405 news articles covering this topic. 60% (840) are left-leaning, 31% (436) are centrist, and 9% (129) are right-leaning.
In a recorded message to the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, President Joe Biden slammed Donald Trump for a lack of “courage to act” during the January 6th Capitol attack. While left-leaning articles focus on the January 6th committee, right-leaning articles detail Biden’s comments from the recorded message.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights how while Biden has sharply criticized the Jan. 6th attack, calling it “one of the darkest periods of our nation’s history,” he has rarely directly discussed the committee. The article also notes how the Jan. 6th committee will continue to conduct interviews and write reports.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Biden’s comments about Trump are surprising as he has distanced himself from the Jan. 6th investigation and rarely says Trump by name. Biden neither wants to politicize the investigation nor “appear to be influencing Justice Department decisions on any Jan. 6 investigations.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Biden stated that “the police were heroes [on Jan. 6th]. Donald Trump lacked the courage to act.” Biden also said that Capitol Police and law enforcement officers endured “medieval hell for three hours” and, referring to Trump, said that “you can’t be pro-insurrection and pro-cop. You can’t be pro-insurrection and pro-democracy. You can’t be pro-insurrection and pro-American.”
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Biden slams Trump for watching Jan. 6 riot as police faced ‘medieval hell’
Washington Post
From the right
Biden blasts Trump, says he lacked 'courage to act' during Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Fox News
Roundup of Final Jan. 6th Hearing
The House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol held its final hearing of the summer on Thursday. While left-leaning articles focus on the committee’s potential impact on the Republican party, right-leaning articles focus on Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) critiques of the committee.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,683 news articles covering this topic. 55% (2,014) are left-leaning, 31% (1,147) are centrist, and 14% (522) are right-leaning.
From the left: Hearings test Trump’s clout and GOP’s wish to ‘forget about Jan. 6’, Washington Post
From the center: Cheney sums up case against Trump in last big hearing moment before primary, The Hill
From the right: Hawley doesn't 'regret anything' he did Jan. 6 after House panel assails his conduct, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,683 news articles covering this topic. 55% (2,014) are left-leaning, 31% (1,147) are centrist, and 14% (522) are right-leaning.
The House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol held its final hearing of the summer on Thursday. While left-leaning articles focus on the committee’s potential impact on the Republican party, right-leaning articles focus on Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) critiques of the committee.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights how the January 6th committee has tested Trump’s hold on the Republican party and the GOP’s wish to “forget about Jan. 6th.” While GOP views about Jan. 6th have barely budged, there is hope that the hearings will accelerate the party’s search for a new Republican standard bearer.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) and her upcoming primary election. In the recent hearing on Thursday, Cheney stated that “there is no way to excuse [Trump’s] behavior. It was indefensible.” Cheney’s impeachment vote against Trump and role in the hearings has irked Republicans as she now lags 22 points behind Trump-endorsed challenger Harriet Hageman in an upcoming primary election.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Senator Hawley doesn’t “regret anything” about his actions on January 6th when he waved at a crowd of protesters entering the Capitol. Hawley called the committee a “clown car” and said, “I don’t regret anything on that day, I would do it again.” The article also notes how January 6th committee members argue that Trump is responsible for the Capitol riots, while Republicans charge that the committee is illegitimate.
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Hawley doesn't 'regret anything' he did Jan. 6 after House panel assails his conduct
Fox News
Republican Candidate for New York Governor Attacked During Campaign Speech
Lee Zeldin, the Republican nominee for New York governor, was attacked at a campaign event in Fairport, New York on Thursday night. The suspect is now in custody. While left-leaning articles focus on Zeldin’s campaign against Democrat nominee Kathy Hochul, right-leaning articles focus on a detailed account of the attack.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,424 news articles covering this topic. 13% (321) are left-leaning, 63% (1,529) are centrist, and 24% (574) are right-leaning.
From the left: GOP Candidate for New York Governor Zeldin Fights Off Stabbing Attack, Bloomberg
From the center: Lee Zeldin, GOP candidate for NY governor, attacked during campaign event; suspect in custody, USA Today
From the right: NY GOP gubernatorial nominee Lee Zeldin attacked on stage during campaign stop near Rochester, New York Post
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,424 news articles covering this topic. 13% (321) are left-leaning, 63% (1,529) are centrist, and 24% (574) are right-leaning.
Lee Zeldin, the Republican nominee for New York governor, was attacked at a campaign event in Fairport, New York on Thursday night. The suspect is now in custody. While left-leaning articles focus on Zeldin’s campaign against Democrat nominee Kathy Hochul, right-leaning articles focus on a detailed account of the attack.
A left-leaning article from Bloomberg discusses how Zeldin has prioritized crime in his campaign and has argued that current Governor Kathy Hochul has not done enough to prevent gun violence in the state. The article notes that crime in New York remains at historic lows, but the COVID pandemic potentially caused an uptick in violent crime.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Zeldin was attacked on the first stop of his “Unite to Fire Hochul” bus tour. The Republican candidate has attacked Hochul for her COVID-19 response, vaccine mandates, and response to crime. Zeldin has used his attack on Thursday night to bolster critiques that New York is unsafe under Democratic Governor Hochul.
A right-leaning article from the New York Post discusses how Zeldin escaped injury and was able to finish his speech. The suspect, a 43-year-old named David Jakubonis, shouted “you’re done” at Zeldin before flashing a weapon and wrestling with him. Jakubonis has been charged with attempted assault in the second degree.
From the center
Lee Zeldin, GOP candidate for NY governor, attacked during campaign event; suspect in custody
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NY GOP gubernatorial nominee Lee Zeldin attacked on stage during campaign stop near Rochester
New York Post
Biden Tests Positive For COVID
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID on Thursday and is currently in isolation. While left-leaning articles highlight critiques and support of the Biden administration’s handling of the COVID pandemic, right-leaning articles contrast the media’s response to Biden and Trump's positive COVID tests.
We ran the numbers: There are 4,236 news articles covering this topic. 38% (1,590) are left-leaning, 40% (1,686) are centrist, and 23% (960) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden’s bout with covid tests his return-to-normal strategy, Washington Post
From the center: Five takeaways as Biden tests positive for COVID-19, The Hill
From the right: Media call Biden’s COVID White House video ‘smartly done’ after attacking Trump’s as ‘deranged’ in 2020, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 4,236 news articles covering this topic. 38% (1,590) are left-leaning, 40% (1,686) are centrist, and 23% (960) are right-leaning.
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID on Thursday and is currently in isolation. While left-leaning articles highlight critiques and support of the Biden administration’s handling of the COVID pandemic, right-leaning articles contrast the media’s response to Biden and Trump's positive COVID tests.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how Biden’s positive test acts as a litmus test for his handling of the COVID pandemic: a quick and healthy recovery will provide support for “return to normalcy” calls from the administration while an extended recovery period could lead to critiques that his virus strategy falls short.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on five takeaways from Biden’s positive diagnosis: age is the biggest risk factor in his recovery, his infection does not come as a surprise given infection levels, two presidents have now contracted COVID, White House messaging has stayed the same even with the positive test, and COVID cases continue to surge. While both Trump and Biden contracted COVID, Trump did at a time when vaccines were not authorized, was hospitalized, and was reportedly in very serious condition.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the media called Biden’s COVID White House video “smartly done” but called Trump’s “deranged.” Media pundits praised Biden’s video but were outraged at Trump’s.
Jan. 6th Committee Argues that Trump "Choose Not To Act"
The House January 6th Select Committee held its final hearing of the summer on Thursday, attempting to chronicle Trump’s inaction during the 187 minutes between his speech at the Ellipse and his video telling rioters to go home. While left-leaning articles focus on the committee’s attempts to prove Trump’s culpability for the riot, right-leaning articles focus on how the committee heard testimony from Trump aides who said that the president refused to denounce the riot despite staff urges.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,947 news articles covering this topic. 55% (1,074) are left-leaning, 28% (535) are centrist, and 17% (338) are right-leaning.
From the left: Trump ‘chose not to act’ as mob terrorized the Capitol, panel shows, Washington Post
From the center: Trump 'chose not to act,' Sen. Hawley 'riled up' the crowd, then fled: Jan 6 hearings replay, USA Today
From the right: Jan. 6 Committee attempts to show Trump deliberately ignored calls from staff to deescalate riot, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,947 news articles covering this topic. 55% (1,074) are left-leaning, 28% (535) are centrist, and 17% (338) are right-leaning.
The House January 6th Select Committee held its final hearing of the summer on Thursday, attempting to chronicle Trump’s inaction during the 187 minutes between his speech at the Ellipse and his video telling rioters to go home. While left-leaning articles focus on the committee’s attempts to prove Trump’s culpability for the riot, right-leaning articles focus on how the committee heard testimony from Trump aides who said that the president refused to denounce the riot despite staff urges.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights the committee’s attempts to demonstrate that “Trump continued to fan the flames of discord — and remained focused on trying to overturn the 2020 election, even as his aides implored him to stop the violence.” The committee focused on Trump’s continued efforts to block the certification of the 2020 elections as well as Trump’s disregard for Vice President Pence’s safety.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how the committee detailed the events that occurred between Trump’s speech at the Ellipse and his video encouraging people to return home. Members of the committee argued that Trump’s failure to respond “was a dereliction of duty under the constitution to protect Congress.” They will provide a full report in the Fall.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights Trump’s refusal to head calls from his staff to deescalate the riot. GOP Rep. Adam Kinzinger stated that “President Trump did not fail to act during the one hundred and eighty-seven minutes between leaving the Ellipse and telling the mob to go home. He chose not to act.”
From the center
Trump 'chose not to act,' Sen. Hawley 'riled up' the crowd, then fled: Jan 6 hearings replay
USA Today
Biden Approval Ratings Hit New Low
A recent public poll found that President Joe Biden’s approval ratings hit another new low of just 31% support. While left-leaning articles focus on the little support for Biden, right-leaning articles compare and contrast Biden and Trump’s approval ratings.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,438 news articles covering this topic. 30% (734) are left-leaning, 33% (797) are centrist, and 37% (907) are right-leaning.
From the left: President Biden’s job approval rating hits new low in public poll, CNBC
From the center: Biden approval hits another new low as more Democrats sour on him, poll finds, NPR
From the right: NEW LOW: Biden approval rating hits all-time low, only 19% support among Hispanics, poll shows, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,438 news articles covering this topic. 30% (734) are left-leaning, 33% (797) are centrist, and 37% (907) are right-leaning.
A recent public poll found that President Joe Biden’s approval ratings hit another new low of just 31% support. While left-leaning articles focus on the little support for Biden, right-leaning articles compare and contrast Biden and Trump’s approval ratings.
A left-leaning article from CNBC highlighted how President Biden has the lowest approval ratings than at any point in his presidency. Despite poor approval ratings for Biden, the article noted a dead tie in support for which party should control the Senate.
NPR published a centrist article reporting on how the drop in Biden’s approval ratings largely resulted from Democrats, especially young voters and progressives. 75% of Democrats approve of Biden, considered low for a president’s own party and a number that Donald Trump never dropped to even after the January 6th Capitol attack. The article also discusses the difficulties that Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) has caused Biden.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlighted how more than 70% of people polled do not support a Biden 2024 re-election bid, compared to 60% of people who felt the same about former President Donald Trump. While neither Biden nor Trump garnered much backing, Trump maintained the support of his base and Biden did not. The article also noted the unprecedented disapproval of the Supreme Court.
Biden Announces Climate Action Amidst Rising Heat Wave
President Joe Biden called climate change an “emergency” and announced executive plans to combat climate change, but stopped short of declaring an official state of emergency. While left-leaning articles highlight the middle ground Biden attempts to play between climate action and appeasing Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), right-leaning articles highlight the unilateralism and hypocrisy of Biden’s plan.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,492 news articles covering this topic. 31% (779) are left-leaning, 45% (1,121) are centrist, and 24% (592) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden Cites Climate Threat, Stops Short of Declaring Emergency, Bloomberg
From the center: Stymied by Congress, Biden feels heat to act on climate while activists hold out for more, USA Today
From the right: Biden unveils AC subsidies during heat wave, promises action after Manchin blocks climate bill, New York Post
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,492 news articles covering this topic. 31% (779) are left-leaning, 45% (1,121) are centrist, and 24% (592) are right-leaning.
President Joe Biden called climate change an “emergency” and announced executive plans to combat climate change, but stopped short of declaring an official state of emergency. While left-leaning articles highlight the middle ground Biden attempts to play between climate action and appeasing Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), right-leaning articles highlight the unilateralism and hypocrisy of Biden’s plan.
A left-leaning article from Bloomberg focuses on how Biden seeks to play a middle ground between aggressive climate action while retaining Senator Manchin’s support for other legislation. This comes after Manchin recently denied legislation to combat rising temperatures. The article also notes that Biden called climate change an “existential threat” that he moved to combat in his announcement by expanding wind power generation and increasing AC systems.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Biden’s announcement was a positive step forward but did not accomplish as much as environmental groups sought. Many want Biden to officially announce a climate emergency to unlock financial and statutory authorities that the President currently lacks. The article states that Biden’s biggest announcement was his plan to grant offshore wind farms access to parts of the Gulf of Mexico to power more than three million homes.
A right-leaning article from the New York Post focuses on how Biden’s climate announcement comes without Congressional support. The article also notes that Biden rode the “greenhouse-gas-spewing Air Force One” to make the announcement and that John Kerry, special presidential envoy for climate, has emitted more than 300 metric tons of carbon dioxide in the last year through his family’s private jet.
From the center
Stymied by Congress, Biden feels heat to act on climate while activists hold out for more
USA Today
From the right
Biden unveils AC subsidies during heat wave, promises action after Manchin blocks climate bill
New York Post
President Biden Signs Executive Order On American Hostages and Wrongful Detainees
President Joe Biden signed an executive order aimed at freeing Americans taken hostage and wrongfully detained by foreign governments. While left-leaning articles highlight the response to the executive order, right-leaning articles highlight how Saudi Arabia was not included on the list of countries designated as at risk.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,346 news articles covering this topic. 47% (638) are left-leaning, 39% (522) are centrist, and 14% (186) are right-leaning.
From the left: White House unveils new executive order on US hostages and wrongful detainees, CNN
From the center: Biden issues a new executive order relating to hostages and detained Americans, NPR
From the right: Biden signs order vs. countries that detain Americans — but Saudis get pass, New York Post
Evan Vucci/AP
We ran the numbers: There are 1,346 news articles covering this topic. 47% (638) are left-leaning, 39% (522) are centrist, and 14% (186) are right-leaning.
President Joe Biden signed an executive order aimed at freeing Americans taken hostage and wrongfully detained by foreign governments. While left-leaning articles highlight the response to the executive order, right-leaning articles highlight how Saudi Arabia was not included on the list of countries designated as at risk.
A left-leaning article from CNN focuses on how Biden signed the executive order because hostage-taking and wrongful detention abroad are “an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States.” While some families supported the executive order’s ability to bring their loved ones home, others feel as though it did not address larger concerns.
NPR published a centrist article reporting on how Biden’s executive order allows departments and agencies to punish state and non-state actors with financial sanctions and visa bans to encourage the release of American detainees. Countries with an increased risk of wrongful detention of Americans also now have an added letter D on State Department travel advisories under the order.
A right-leaning article from the New York Post focuses on how the countries listed as risky destinations for Americans included Burma, China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela, but not Saudi Arabia. However, Saudi Arabia has wrongfully detained four Americans – one is jailed and the other three cannot leave the country.
From the right
Biden signs order vs. countries that detain Americans — but Saudis get pass
New York Post
House Select Committee Subpoenas Secret Service For Deleted Text Messages
The House select committee investigating the January 6th Capitol riot aims to receive deleted text messages from the Secret Service sent on January 5th and 6th of 2021. While left-leaning articles focus on the Secret Service’s failures, right-leaning articles focus on the House select committee’s response to the events.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,922 news articles covering this topic. 43% (823) are left-leaning, 49% (933) are centrist, and 9% (166) are right-leaning.
From the left: Secret Service Says Some Missing Jan. 6 Texts Are Unlikely to Be Recovered, New York Times
From the center: National Archives asks Secret Service to probe deleted texts, USA Today
From the right: Jan. 6 panel wants deleted Secret Service texts ahead of prime-time hearing, New York Post
J. Scott Applewhite, AP
We ran the numbers: There are 1,922 news articles covering this topic. 43% (823) are left-leaning, 49% (933) are centrist, and 9% (166) are right-leaning.
The House select committee investigating the January 6th Capitol riot aims to receive deleted text messages from the Secret Service sent on January 5th and 6th of 2021. While left-leaning articles focus on the Secret Service’s failures, right-leaning articles focus on the House select committee’s response to the events.
A left-leaning article from The New York Times highlighted how some deleted text messages from the Secret Service may never be recovered. The agency’s actions have led many to question the credibility and accountability of the Secret Service.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on a request from the National Archives for the Secret Services to investigate “the potential authorized deletion” of text messages sent around the January 6th attack on the Capitol. While the Secret Service has come under heavy scrutiny for the deletion of the text messages, they claim that they followed all procedures and have agreed to fully cooperate with the Archives.
A right-leaning article from the New York Post highlighted how the January 6th committee hopes to receive the deleted text messages before their next prime-time hearing. The committee subpoenaed the Secret Service for records after the Department of Homeland Security Inspector General claimed the messages were erased as a result of a device-replacement program. However, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL), a committee member, was skeptical that the deletion accidentally resulted from a tech upgrade.
From the left
Secret Service Says Some Missing Jan. 6 Texts Are Unlikely to Be Recovered
New York Times
From the right
Jan. 6 panel wants deleted Secret Service texts ahead of prime-time hearing
New York Post
Former President Vice President Endorses Challenger to Donald Trump-Backed Candidate in Arizona Gubernatorial Race
Former Vice President Mike Pence endorsed a rival to Donald Trump’s candidate in the upcoming Arizona gubernatorial Republican primary. While left-leaning articles highlight what the endorsement means for a post-Trump GOP, right-leaning articles highlight the differences between the endorsed candidates.
We ran the numbers: There are 848 news articles covering this topic. 24% (200) are left-leaning, 52% (444) are centrist, and 24% (204) are right-leaning.
From the left: Pence turns Arizona into biggest test of a post-Trump GOP yet, Washington Post
From the center: Pence splits with Trump again in endorsement for Arizona's governor, NPR
From the right: Pence endorses rival to Trump-backed candidate in Arizona GOP gubernatorial primary, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 848 news articles covering this topic. 24% (200) are left-leaning, 52% (444) are centrist, and 24% (204) are right-leaning.
Former Vice President Mike Pence endorsed a rival to Donald Trump’s candidate in the upcoming Arizona gubernatorial Republican primary. While left-leaning articles highlight what the endorsement means for a post-Trump GOP, right-leaning articles highlight the differences between the endorsed candidates.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on the highest-profile level of resistance to Trump to date. In addition to Pence, current Governor Doug Ducey (R) endorsed Karrin Taylor Robson and accused the Trump-backed candidate, Kari Lake, of “misleading voters [about the 2020 election] with no evidence.” The article notes that the upcoming Arizona primary race is a “battle between Trump’s vision for the GOP and the nascent, establishment-oriented effort to turn the page on 2020 — and potentially on Trump.”
NPR published a centrist article reporting on how the split between Pence and Trump highlights a growing distance between two Republican factions. The article also notes how Kari Lake’s campaign is centered around false claims that the 2020 election was fraudulent – Taylor Robson disagrees with this.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how Pence and Trump will hold dual events on Friday to support their respective candidates. Taylor Robson and Lake agree on most high-level causes, including immigration, the economy, and water conservation. Pence’s endorsement of Taylor Robson is the second time he has split from Trump as the former Vice President backed Brian Kemp instead of David Perdue for Georgia Governor.
From the right
Pence endorses rival to Trump-backed candidate in Arizona GOP gubernatorial primary
Fox News
Democrats Have Become Increasingly Frustrated with President Joe Biden and May Challenge His 2024 Presidential Election Bid
Democrats have increasingly considered running against President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential elections. While left-leaning articles highlight the atypical nature of Democrats’ interest in potentially not supporting Biden, right-leaning articles highlight how establishment Democrats have turned against the President.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,191 news articles covering this topic. 43% (944) are left-leaning, 41% (901) are centrist, and 16% (346) are right-leaning.
From the left: Democrats’ desire to turn the page on Biden in 2024 is highly unusual, Washington Post
From the center: Frustrated Democrats mull drastic step: Challenging Biden in 2024, The Hill
From the right: Glenn Greenwald explains media shift against Biden: 'Democrats are petrified' he’s going to run again, Fox News
Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post
We ran the numbers: There are 2,191 news articles covering this topic. 43% (944) are left-leaning, 41% (901) are centrist, and 16% (346) are right-leaning.
Democrats have increasingly considered running against President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential elections. While left-leaning articles highlight the atypical nature of Democrats’ interest in potentially not supporting Biden, right-leaning articles highlight how establishment Democrats have turned against the President.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focused on how it is highly unusual for voters and parties to not support a current president for renomination. The article compared support for Biden to previous presidents, showing that the 64% of Democrat voters that say they would rather nominate someone else is the highest for a recent president.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on the increased likelihood of Biden facing a primary challenger given his poor polling numbers, especially amongst progressives and young voters. With rising inflation, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the overturning of Roe v. Wade, there exists a growing perception in the Democratic party that Biden “has taken his hands off the wheel.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News focused on how establishment Democrats “are petrified” that Biden will run again. The article notes that Democrats have “sabotaged” Biden to prevent him from running by providing an “endless stream of leaks” such as reviving the Hunter Biden scandal. Concerns of cognitive decline have reportedly emanated from Democrat DC insiders, instead of progressives or the media.
President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince MBS Exchange Fist Bump Before Controversial Meeting
President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman (MBS) met on Friday to discuss a wide range of issues, including the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and oil concerns. While left-leaning articles focus on critiques of the meeting between Biden and MBS, right-leaning articles focus on evasive answers from the Biden administration.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,309 news articles covering this topic. 62% (2,044) are left-leaning, 26% (876) are centrist, and 12% (389) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden says he confronted Saudis directly on Khashoggi, Washington Post
From the center: Biden exchanges fist bump with Saudi crown prince before controversial meeting, USA Today
From the right: MBS denied ‘personal responsibility’ for Khashoggi killing after US-Saudi fist bump, New York Post
Saudi Press Agency via AP
We ran the numbers: There are 3,309 news articles covering this topic. 62% (2,044) are left-leaning, 26% (876) are centrist, and 12% (389) are right-leaning.
President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman (MBS) met on Friday to discuss a wide range of issues, including the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and oil concerns. While left-leaning articles focus on critiques of the meeting between Biden and MBS, right-leaning articles focus on evasive answers from the Biden administration.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlighted how President Biden held what he called a “straight forward and direct” conversation with MBS about the murder of Khashoggi. Biden reportedly said that he believed MBS was responsible for the killing of Khashoggi, which MBS disagreed with. However, Biden’s first bump with the Saudi Crown Prince irked human rights activists who saw the action as an acceptance and closeness with the nation.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Biden faced criticism for his fist bump and meeting with MBS after vowing to make them a “pariah” on the world stage. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) lambasted the fist bump, tweeting that “one fist bump is worth a thousand words.” In addition to the murder of Khashoggi, Biden and MBS discussed energy, human rights, and security concerns.
A right-leaning article from the New York Post highlighted how Biden refused to say if he’d bring up the murder of Khashoggi with MBS. The article also notes that Jake Sullivan, White House national security advisor, sidestepped a reporter’s question about criticism from Khashoggi’s fiancee.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how disagreements between Lapid and Biden disrupted an otherwise “kumbaya” meeting. The U.S. and Israel signed a joint agreement on consensus topics and on emerging technology. The article also discusses Biden met with Benjamin Netanyahu, current opposition leader and former Israeli Prime Minister.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focused on how Biden and Lapid agreed that Iran would never obtain nuclear weapons. Biden stated that ensuring Iran never can build a nuclear weapon is “a vital security interest” and Lapid stated that if Iran continues to deceive the world they “will pay a heavy price.”
From the center
Biden exchanges fist bump with Saudi crown prince before controversial meeting
USA Today
From the right
MBS denied ‘personal responsibility’ for Khashoggi killing after US-Saudi fist bump
New York Post
Senator Joe Manchin Deals Crushing Blow to President Joe Biden's Domestic Agenda
Senator Joe Manchin (D - W. VA) “unequivocally” opposed a spending bill aimed at closing tax loopholes and fighting climate change, a blow to President Joe Biden’s domestic agenda. While left-leaning articles focus on how not passing the bill will affect climate change, right-leaning articles focus on Manchin’s reasoning for rejecting the proposal.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,593 news articles covering this topic. 46% (737) are left-leaning, 37% (582) are centrist, and 17% (274) are right-leaning.
From the left: Manchin deals a stunning blow to Democrats' efforts to fight climate change Washington Post
From the center: On The Money — Manchin shuts down climate, tax measures, The Hill
From the right: New York Times shocked Manchin still opposes massive spending amid soaring inflation, Fox News
Greg Nash
We ran the numbers: There are 1,593 news articles covering this topic. 46% (737) are left-leaning, 37% (582) are centrist, and 17% (274) are right-leaning.
Senator Joe Manchin (D - W. VA) “unequivocally” opposed a spending bill aimed at closing tax loopholes and fighting climate change, a blow to President Joe Biden’s domestic agenda. While left-leaning articles focus on how not passing the bill will affect climate change, right-leaning articles focus on Manchin’s reasoning for rejecting the proposal.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discussed how Manchin’s rejection harms Democrats’ midterm election plan and hurts climate change as the bill would have made investments in clean energy, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and placed more electric vehicles on the road. Climate activists argue that “catastrophic warming would have been slowed by the significant new spending on climate and clean energy.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Manchin will only support a narrow budget before labor day if it does not include new spending on climate change or tax provisions. Manchin backed away from a private commitment to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D - NY) after seeing the recent inflation report.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discussed how Manchin will only support a reconciliation bill in August if it includes a two-year extension of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act and reduced prescription drug prices. The article also notes how the New York Times was shocked by Manchin’s refusal, writing that Manchin “appeared to have single-handedly shattered Mr. Biden’s ambitious climate agenda and what would have been the largest single federal investment in American history toward addressing the toll of climate change.”
From the left
Manchin deals a stunning blow to Democrats' efforts to fight climate change
Washington Post
From the right
New York Times shocked Manchin still opposes massive spending amid soaring inflation
Fox News