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Merrick Garland Speaks on FBI Trump Raid
Attorney General Merrick Garland presented a national address about the FBI’s search of the Trump Mar-a-Lago residence. While left-leaning articles highlight pushback to critiques from Garland, right-leaning articles highlight conservative critiques of the Attorney General.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,689 news articles covering this topic. 60% (1,013) are left-leaning, 26% (442) are centrist, and 14% (234) are right-leaning.
From the left: Merrick Garland seeks to call Trump’s bluff, Washington Post
From the center: Trump served subpoena at Mar-a-Lago home 2 months before FBI search, USA Today
From the right: Merrick Garland torched for admitting he approved the Mar-a-Lago raid: ‘Shutter the FBI. Immediately', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,689 news articles covering this topic. 60% (1,013) are left-leaning, 26% (442) are centrist, and 14% (234) are right-leaning.
Attorney General Merrick Garland presented a national address about the FBI’s search of the Trump Mar-a-Lago residence. While left-leaning articles highlight pushback to critiques from Garland, right-leaning articles highlight conservative critiques of the Attorney General.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how critics have lambasted the FBI’s search despite having no information about the investigation. The article notes that Trump could shed light on alleged misdoings if he disclosed the search warrant. Garland forced the former president’s hand by announcing intentions by the Justice Department to unseal the search warrant, a decision they will need Trump’s approval for.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Trump was served a subpoena at Mar-a-Lago two months before the FBI search. Christina Bobb, one of Trump’s lawyers, retweeted a story with the headline that “Trump got grand jury subpoena in spring, voluntarily cooperated before home was raided.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses criticism of Garland. Conservative Twitter users called for his resignation and the closure of the FBI. The article also notes that “Garland offered few details on why the raid occurred on former President Donald Trump’s Florida estate.”
Average U.S. Gas Prices Drop Below $4
Average U.S. gas prices fell below $4, a dip of more than $1 since prices hit their highest mark in June at around $5.02. While left-leaning articles focus on accomplishments surrounding the decreased prices, right-leaning articles focus on potential future problems for the Biden administration.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,378 news articles covering this topic. 15% (207) are left-leaning, 46% (630) are centrist, and 40% (541) are right-leaning.
From the left: Gas prices cross 'huge psychological line', Politico
From the center: Average US gas price falls below $4 per gallon, The Hill
From the right: Gas prices dip below $4 a gallon, here's why it still could be bad news for Biden, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,378 news articles covering this topic. 15% (207) are left-leaning, 46% (630) are centrist, and 40% (541) are right-leaning.
Average U.S. gas prices fell below $4, a dip of more than $1 since prices hit their highest mark in June at around $5.02. While left-leaning articles focus on accomplishments surrounding the decreased prices, right-leaning articles focus on potential future problems for the Biden administration.
A left-leaning article from Politico highlights how a AAA spokesperson said the drop in gas prices crossed “a huge psychological line” for consumers. The same spokesperson attributed the decline due to drops in crude oil prices, decreased demand for gasoline, and releases of barrels of oil from the Biden administration. The Biden administration has taken some credit for the drop with Biden himself tweeting that “I promised I'd address Putin's price hike at the pump, and I am.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how experts expect gasoline prices to continue to fall by about 15 cents per gallon after mid-September. Andrew Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates, noted that the drop in gas prices has occurred as increased prices have caused people to drive less.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how experts believe that the dip in gas prices is caused by high inflation that has lessened travelers' interest to go places. Consumers are no longer planning big trips and have not fully returned to the office.
From the right
Gas prices dip below $4 a gallon, here's why it still could be bad news for Biden
Fox News
Biden Signs Executive Order To Help Veterans
President Biden signed the PACT Act, a bipartisan bill expanding aid to veterans exposed to toxins from burn pits. While left-leaning articles highlight the significance of the law, right-leaning articles highlight the details of the law.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,624 news articles covering this topic. 73% (1,187) are left-leaning, 19% (312) are centrist, and 8% (125) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden signs bill to aid veterans exposed to toxins from burn pits, Washington Post
From the center: Health Care — Biden signs bill expanding veterans’ health benefits, The Hill
From the right: Biden signs bipartisan burn pits legislation saying it's the 'least we can do' to support veterans, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,624 news articles covering this topic. 73% (1,187) are left-leaning, 19% (312) are centrist, and 8% (125) are right-leaning.
President Biden signed the PACT Act, a bipartisan bill expanding aid to veterans exposed to toxins from burn pits. While left-leaning articles highlight the significance of the law, right-leaning articles highlight the details of the law.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how Biden said that the PACT Act is an overdue step to fulfill America’s “truly sacred obligation” to care for veterans. Biden also stated that “This is the most significant law our nation has ever passed to help millions of veterans who are exposed to toxic substances during their military services… I was going to get this done, come hell or high water.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how the PACT Act removes the need for veterans to prove their toxic exposure illness was service-connected. Biden has a personal connection to the bill as he believes there are links between his late son Beau Biden’s brain cancer and exposure to toxic burn pits.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the PACT Act is expected to help over five million veterans exposed to toxic burn pits. The PACT Act will expand Veterans Affairs health care eligibility, improve ease of access to VA services for military veterans, increase toxic exposure research, and strengthen care for veterans exposed to toxins.
More Reactions to FBI Mar-a-Lago Raid
More details and reactions continue to occur after the FBI raided Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home. While left-leaning articles focus on divided Republican leadership, right-leaning articles focus on Attorney General Merrick Garland and party role reversal.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,824 news articles covering this topic. 44% (795) are left-leaning, 33% (607) are centrist, and 23% (422) are right-leaning.
From the left: Search of Mar-a-Lago exposes GOP House, Senate leadership divide, Washington Post
From the center: Exclusive: An Informer Told the FBI What Docs Trump Was Hiding, and Where, Newsweek
From the right: Trump denounces FBI for court-approved Mar-a-Lago raid, and Garland’s major mistake, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,824 news articles covering this topic. 44% (795) are left-leaning, 33% (607) are centrist, and 23% (422) are right-leaning.
More details and reactions continue to occur after the FBI raided Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home. While left-leaning articles focus on divided Republican leadership, right-leaning articles focus on Attorney General Merrick Garland and party role reversal.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) reacted differently to the Mar-a-Lago raid. While McConnell made no reference to Trump and released a reserved statement, McCarthy charged that the Justice Department had “reached an intolerable state of weaponized politicization.”
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting on how an FBI informer identified which documents Trump had taken from the White House and where they were in the house. The article also notes how the FBI timed their raid to ensure that Donald Trump was not home.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how Attorney General Merrick Garland may have made a mistake in directing the FBI raid. The article also notes a role reversal for the parties as in the past Republicans had been the law-and-order party and Democrats were painted as soft on crime, but now Republicans criticize federal law enforcement.
From the right
Trump denounces FBI for court-approved Mar-a-Lago raid, and Garland’s major mistake
Fox News
GOP Criticizes DOJ After Trump Raid
Republican lawmakers have criticized the DOJ and defended Trump after the FBI raided the former president’s home. While left-leaning articles highlight changes in Republican support for Trump, right-leaning articles highlight critiques of the DOJ, FBI, and the White House.
We ran the numbers: There are 5,322 news articles covering this topic. 40% (2,137) are left-leaning, 42% (2,243) are centrist, and 18% (942) are right-leaning.
From the left: GOP rallies around Trump following FBI search of his estate, Washington Post
From the center: GOP pressures DOJ for answers on Trump raid, The Hill
From the right: White House, DOJ and FBI silent on reason for raiding Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 5,322 news articles covering this topic. 40% (2,137) are left-leaning, 42% (2,243) are centrist, and 18% (942) are right-leaning.
Republican lawmakers have criticized the DOJ and defended Trump after the FBI raided the former president’s home. While left-leaning articles highlight changes in Republican support for Trump, right-leaning articles highlight critiques of the DOJ, FBI, and the White House.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how members of the GOP had begun to question their support for Trump but have now defended the former president after the FBI raid. The article also notes that while the GOP has pushed to portray Trump “as the victim of a politicized Justice Department,” they overlook how Trump hired the current FBI Director and how the White House had no prior knowledge of the search.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on reactions from Republicans. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) labeled the search a “dark day in American history” and accused the White House of “weaponizing [the DOJ] against their political opponents.” Republicans also allege a double standard, claiming that the FBI failed to adequately act on Hunter Biden’s business activities and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s classified emails on a private server.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the White House, DOJ, and FBI have remained silent about why they raided Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home. FBI agents reportedly confiscated 15 boxes of classified material.
China Escalates Taiwan Threats
China continues to escalate its threats against Taiwan after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) visited the island nation. While left-leaning articles focus on potential Chinese invasions into Taiwan, right-leaning articles focus on Pelosi’s reactions to Chinese escalation.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,160 news articles covering this topic. 25% (546) are left-leaning, 56% (1,210) are centrist, and 19% (404) are right-leaning.
From the left: Taiwan says military drills show China is preparing to invade, Washington Post
From the center: China escalates its threats against Taiwan — and Biden offers concessions, The Hill
From the right: Pelosi says Chinese President Xi 'acts like a bully' with 'insecurities' as she defends Taiwan trip, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,160 news articles covering this topic. 25% (546) are left-leaning, 56% (1,210) are centrist, and 19% (404) are right-leaning.
China continues to escalate its threats against Taiwan after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) visited the island nation. While left-leaning articles focus on potential Chinese invasions into Taiwan, right-leaning articles focus on Pelosi’s reactions to Chinese escalation.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how Foreign Minister of Taiwan Joseph Wu called Beijing’s military exercises after Pelosi’s trip a “serious provocation” and that “China has used the drills in its military playbook to prepare for invasion of Taiwan.” Wu cited Beijing's military exercises, missile launches, cyberattacks, and trade sanctions as “an attempt to weaken public morale in Taiwan.”
The Hill published a centrist article critiquing the Biden administration’s handling of Pelosi’s Taiwan trip, stating that Biden’s “situational unawareness and his reliance on a subordinate’s opinion about the trip’s advisability suggested unpresidential weakness and indecision.” The article also notes that Biden has continued to offer concessions to China.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how Pelosi has denied any role in China’s increased aggression towards Taiwan, pointing to an unannounced April trip from a group of five bipartisan senators to Taipei. The House Speaker stated that “If they can ignore a trip of five senators…why would they decide on my trip that it would be different?” Pelosi also stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping “acts like a bully” with “insecurities.”
Senate Passes Inflation Reduction Act
In a vote of 51-50, the Senate passed the $369 billion Inflation Reduction Act, a big investment in the fight against climate change. While left-leaning articles highlight responses from climate advocates, right-leaning articles highlight responses from Senators.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,440 news articles covering this topic. 60% (1,462) are left-leaning, 25% (603) are centrist, and 15% (375) are right-leaning.
From the left: The Senate finally passed a historic climate bill. Now what?, Washington Post
From the center: Senate bill passage hailed as 'milestone' for climate fight. Here's what you need to know., USA Today
From the right: Schumer-Manchin social spending and tax increase bill clears the Senate after last-second amendment drama, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,440 news articles covering this topic. 60% (1,462) are left-leaning, 25% (603) are centrist, and 15% (375) are right-leaning.
In a vote of 51-50, the Senate passed the $369 billion Inflation Reduction Act, a big investment in the fight against climate change. While left-leaning articles highlight responses from climate advocates, right-leaning articles highlight responses from Senators.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how many climate advocates view the bill as far from perfect. While it provides new funds to fight global warming, the Inflation Reduction Act also included provisions to support fossil fuel infrastructure.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how the Senate bill is the nation’s biggest investment in climate change. Scientific models show that it could help cut U.S. greenhouse emissions by about 40% by 2030.
A right-leaning from Fox News focuses on responses by Senators to the bill. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) stated that “it's the largest package ever for climate, it deals with an energy policy to make sense for this country, reduces the cost of energy, reduces health care costs for millions of Americans, and does it in a way that reduces the deficit and has tax fairness in our code.” Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) said that “this is a night of triumph for them.”
From the center
Senate bill passage hailed as 'milestone' for climate fight. Here's what you need to know.
USA Today
FBI Searches Trump Mar-a-Lago Property
FBI agents conducted a search on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence as part of an investigation into whether the former president took classified documents from the White House. While left-leaning articles highlight the lack of precedence for such a search, right-leaning articles highlight Trump’s reaction to the search.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,753 news articles covering this topic. 35% (616) are left-leaning, 46% (808) are centrist, and 19% (329) are right-leaning.
From the left: Trump's Mar-a-Lago home searched by FBI in unprecedented move, Politico
From the center: Trump says FBI searched estate in major escalation of probe, AP
From the right: Trump says Mar-a-Lago home in Florida 'under siege' by FBI agents, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,753 news articles covering this topic. 35% (616) are left-leaning, 46% (808) are centrist, and 19% (329) are right-leaning.
FBI agents conducted a search on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence as part of an investigation into whether the former president took classified documents from the White House. While left-leaning articles highlight the lack of precedence for such a search, right-leaning articles highlight Trump’s reaction to the search.
A left-leaning article from Politico focuses on how the FBI search was a historic step to investigate a former president’s residence. Public law enforcement has never placed this much scrutiny on a former president, especially one considering another presidential run.
The Associated Press published a centrist article reporting on how the raid comes amidst a months-long probe into how classified information ended up at the Mar-a-Lago residence. The FBI search runs parallel with separate legal perils for the former president, such as the grand jury investigation into Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The article notes that “Trump and his allies sought to cast the search as a weaponization of the criminal justice system and a Democratic-driven effort to keep him from winning another term in 2024.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how Trump called the search something from a “third world country.” The former president stated that the raid “is prosecutorial misconduct, the weaponization of the Justice System, and an attack by Radical Left Democrats who desperately don't want me to run for President in 2024.”
China Halts Climate Change And Military Deals In Response to Pelosi Visit
In retaliation for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) visit to Taiwan, China has halted climate change, drug network, and military deals with the U.S. While left-leaning articles highlight Chinese sanctions on Pelosi, right-leaning articles highlight deals that China has walked away from.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,352 news articles covering this topic. 8% (256) are left-leaning, 39% (1,308) are centrist, and 53% (1,688) are right-leaning.
From the left: China sanctions Pelosi over trip to Taiwan, says visit was an ‘egregious provocation’, CNBC
From the center: China halts climate, military cooperation with US over Pelosi visit, The Hill
From the right: China halts military, climate talks with US in retaliation for Pelosi visit, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3,352 news articles covering this topic. 8% (256) are left-leaning, 39% (1,308) are centrist, and 53% (1,688) are right-leaning.
In retaliation for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) visit to Taiwan, China has halted climate change, drug network, and military deals with the U.S. While left-leaning articles highlight Chinese sanctions on Pelosi, right-leaning articles highlight deals that China has walked away from.
A left-leaning article from CNBC focuses on how China placed sanctions on Pelosi and called her trip an “egregious provocation.” The article also notes how Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Joe Biden not to “play with fire” over Taiwan in a phone call last month.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how China has halted deals such as the China-U.S. Theater Commanders Talk, the Defense Policy Coordination Talks, as well as suspended cooperation on the repatriation of illegal immigrants and talks on climate change in response to Pelosi’s visit. China’s Foreign Minister called the actions “countermeasures” in response to Pelosi’s “disregard of China’s strong opposition and serious representations.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how China halted climate change, military, and drug network talks in retaliation for Pelosi’s visit. U.S. studies scholar Lü Xiang from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences believes that these cancellations demonstrate China’s resolve to not let the U.S. damage relations between the two countries without consequences.
Sinema Slammed After Tax Loophole Kept
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) agreed to back the Inflation Reduction Act, an important deal for the Democrat’s agenda. While left-leaning articles focus on the agreements made between Sinema and other Senate Democrats, right-leaning articles focus on expected Republican backlash to the deal.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,052 news articles covering this topic. 17% (345) are left-leaning, 52% (1,060) are centrist, and 32% (647) are right-leaning.
From the left: Democrats, Sinema reach deal on Inflation Reduction Act, after key changes to tax policies, Washington Post
From the center: Sinema Slammed Over Deal to Pass Inflation Reduction Act, Keep Tax Loophole, Newsweek
From the right: Republicans promise vote-a-rama 'hell' as Manchin, Sinema advance Dem social spending and tax bill, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,052 news articles covering this topic. 17% (345) are left-leaning, 52% (1,060) are centrist, and 32% (647) are right-leaning.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) agreed to back the Inflation Reduction Act, an important deal for the Democrat’s agenda. While left-leaning articles focus on the agreements made between Sinema and other Senate Democrats, right-leaning articles focus on expected Republican backlash to the deal.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how Sinema’s support for the bill will allow Senate Democrats to move forward on a health-care, climate, and deficit-reduction package. The deal came after Sinema and Democrats agreed to remove a tax policy targeting wealthy investors and tweaked a new tax minimum on corporations that currently pay nothing to the government.
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting on how Sinema has been slammed for her deal with Senate Democrats. The Arizona Senator only agreed to the deal on “the condition that a tax break for wealthy hedge fund managers was preserved.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how Republicans have promised a vote-a-rama “hell” in advance of the Democrats’ tax and spending bill. Senator Lindsay Graham (R-SC) said that “I'm hoping that we can come up with proposals that will make sense to a few of [the Senate Democrats], and they will abandon this jihad.”
From the left
Democrats, Sinema reach deal on Inflation Reduction Act, after key changes to tax policies
Washington Post
U.S. Hopes To Avoid Escalations With China After Pelosi Taiwan Visit
The United States continues attempts to avoid a crisis with China after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) visited Taiwan. While left-leaning articles focus on China’s response to the visit from Pelosi, right-leaning articles focus on Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s hopes that China does not manufacture a crisis.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,082 news articles covering this topic. 12% (367) are left-leaning, 44% (1,365) are centrist, and 44% (1,350) are right-leaning.
From the left: Blinken says he hopes 'Beijing will not manufacture a crisis' after Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, CNN
From the center: In South Korea, Nancy Pelosi avoids public comments on Taiwan, China, USA Today
From the right: Blinken tries to smooth over Pelosi Taiwan visit, warns against Chinese escalation, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3,082 news articles covering this topic. 12% (367) are left-leaning, 44% (1,365) are centrist, and 44% (1,350) are right-leaning.
The United States continues attempts to avoid a crisis with China after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) visited Taiwan. While left-leaning articles focus on China’s response to the visit from Pelosi, right-leaning articles focus on Secretary of State Anthony Blinken’s hopes that China does not manufacture a crisis.
A left-leaning article from CNN highlights how China fired missiles into the sea off the eastern part of Taiwan and slapped the island with trade restrictions after Pelosi’s visit. Chinese Deputy Foreign Minister Xie Feng summoned US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns to protest the visit. Burns reiterated prior White House positioning that Pelosi had the right to travel there, that the trip aligns with the One China policy, and that the U.S. will not escalate.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Pelosi flew to South Korea after her trip to Taiwan. In a joint news conference with South Korean National Assembly Speaker Kim Jin Pyo, Pelosi affirmed the U.S.’s commitment to the Asian nation and goal “to advance security, economy and governance in an inter-parliamentary way.” Kim and Pelosi also shared concerns about North Korea’s growing nuclear proliferation.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Blinken hopes that China will not “seek a pretense to increase its aggressive military action.” The Secretary of State also emphasized the U.S.’s commitment to the One China policy.
From the right
Blinken tries to smooth over Pelosi Taiwan visit, warns against Chinese escalation
Fox News
Dick Cheney Calls Trump A "Coward" In Campaign Ad For Liz Cheney
In a campaign video supporting his daughter Liz Cheney (R-WY) for re-election, former Vice President Dick Cheney said that “in our nation’s 246-year history, there has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our Republic than Donald Trump.” While left-leaning articles focus on Donald Trump’s connection to the video, right-leaning articles focus on Liz Cheney.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,691 news articles covering this topic. 36% (602) are left-leaning, 39% (655) are centrist, and 26% (434) are right-leaning.
From the left: Cheney calls Trump a ‘coward’ in campaign ad for his daughter, Washington Post
From the center: Dick Cheney calls Trump a ‘coward’ and a ‘threat’ in ad for Liz Cheney, USA Today
From the right: Trump blasted by Dick Cheney as former vice president stars in his daughter's latest ad, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,691 news articles covering this topic. 36% (602) are left-leaning, 39% (655) are centrist, and 26% (434) are right-leaning.
In a campaign video supporting his daughter Liz Cheney (R-WY) for re-election, former Vice President Dick Cheney said that “in our nation’s 246-year history, there has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our Republic than Donald Trump.” While left-leaning articles focus on Donald Trump’s connection to the video, right-leaning articles focus on Liz Cheney.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how Cheney stated that Trump “tried to steal the last election using lies and violence to keep himself in power after the voters had rejected him.” The article notes how Trump has spread false claims of voter fraud and rigged elections.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Dick Cheney described Trump in a similar way to how Liz Cheney has described him in the January 6th committee hearings. The former Vice President suggested that his daughter’s work on the hearings is part of an effort to prevent Trump, who has attacked Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, from running for the presidency again in 2024.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how Cheney called Trump a “coward” and Liz Cheney “fearless.” Trump-endorsed candidate Harriet Hageman trails in fundraising dollars raised but holds a double-digit poll lead over Cheney.
From the right
Trump blasted by Dick Cheney as former vice president stars in his daughter's latest ad
Fox News
Tensions Continue To Mount Between U.S. and China
Tensions have continued between China and the U.S. in the wake of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) contentious visit to Taiwan. While left-leaning articles highlight the implications of the visit for future U.S. - Chinese relations, right-leaning articles highlight White House and State Department reactions to Chinese provocation.
We ran the numbers: There are 4,265 news articles covering this topic. 23% (982) are left-leaning, 50% (2,126) are centrist, and 27% (1,157) are right-leaning.
From the left: Pelosi’s Taiwan visit ushers in new phase of China’s pressure campaign, Washington Post
From the center: Pelosi: Solidarity with people of Taiwan more important than ever, The Hill
From the right: US watching if China will use Pelosi Taiwan trip as 'excuse' for 'escalatory' action, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 4,265 news articles covering this topic. 23% (982) are left-leaning, 50% (2,126) are centrist, and 27% (1,157) are right-leaning.
Tensions have continued between China and the U.S. in the wake of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) contentious visit to Taiwan. While left-leaning articles highlight the implications of the visit for future U.S. - Chinese relations, right-leaning articles highlight White House and State Department reactions to Chinese provocation.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how China has increased pressure on Taiwan after Pelosi’s visit. The article notes that the visit is a “defining moment” in U.S. - China relations that may increase the risk of conflict with U.S. forces in the Western Pacific.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Pelosi believes that “solidarity with the people of Taiwan is more important today than ever.” The Speaker also criticized China for blocking Taiwan from participating in global meetings such as the World Health Organization.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the U.S. is monitoring to see if China will use Pelosi’s trip as an excuse for “escalatory action.” The State Department has maintained its stance of “strategic ambiguity” towards Taiwan and the White House stated that they would “not be intimidated” by China’s “saber-rattling.”
From the right
US watching if China will use Pelosi Taiwan trip as 'excuse' for 'escalatory' action
Fox News
Kansas Voters Uphold Right To Abortion
On Tuesday, voters in Kansas upheld the right to an abortion, becoming the first state to vote on an abortion-related issue since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade earlier this year. While left-leaning articles focus on the effects of the vote for Democrats in the November midterm elections, right-leaning articles focus on disagreements between Republicans and Democrats about the ramifications of the Kansas vote.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,197 news articles covering this topic. 51% (1,637) are left-leaning, 38% (1,210) are centrist, and 10% (332) are right-leaning.
From the left: What the Kansas abortion surprise does (and does not) mean for November, CNN
From the center: Kansas upholds right to abortion, a blow to anti-abortion movement in first Roe referendum, USA Today
From the right: After Kansas vote, Dems say abortion will be decisive midterm issue, Republicans say not so fast, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3,197 news articles covering this topic. 51% (1,637) are left-leaning, 38% (1,210) are centrist, and 10% (332) are right-leaning.
On Tuesday, voters in Kansas upheld the right to an abortion, becoming the first state to vote on an abortion-related issue since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade earlier this year. While left-leaning articles focus on the effects of the vote for Democrats in the November midterm elections, right-leaning articles focus on disagreements between Republicans and Democrats about the ramifications of the Kansas vote.
A left-leaning article from CNN discusses how the vote in Kansas demonstrates the voters will support abortion rights. The article also notes how the Kansas referendum was a ray of hope for Democrats as it was a bipartisan vote that had more than twice the number of voters come to the polls.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how the Kansas vote was a surprising blow for a deep red state. If passed, the measure would have declared that there is no right to an abortion in Kansas, even though a state Supreme Court protected the right in 2019.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how after the Kansas vote, Democrats believe that abortion will be an important midterm issue, despite Republican disagreement. As the article notes, “while Democrats suggest the protection of legal abortion is a driving force for voters, Republicans still say Americans are still focused on the economy as the elections rapidly approach.”
From the center
Kansas upholds right to abortion, a blow to anti-abortion movement in first Roe referendum
USA Today
Pelosi Accuses China of Threatening "Democracy Itself" During Taiwan Trip
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) accused China of threatening “democracy itself” during a visit to Taiwan that sparked outrage from China and crisis mitigation efforts from the Biden administration. While left-leaning articles focus on crisis avoidance from the White House, right-leaning articles focus on Pelosi’s critiques of the Chinese Community party.
We ran the numbers: There are 5,063 news articles covering this topic. 17% (884) are left-leaning, 45% (2,284) are centrist, and 37% (1,895) are right-leaning.
From the left: White House scrambles to avoid crisis amid Pelosi visit to Taiwan, Washington Post
From the center: Pelosi on Taiwan trip: ‘We cannot stand by’ as China threatens ‘democracy itself’, The Hill
From the right: Pelosi Taiwan visit: Speaker calls out Chinese Communist Party amid heightened tensions, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 5,063 news articles covering this topic. 17% (884) are left-leaning, 45% (2,284) are centrist, and 37% (1,895) are right-leaning.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) accused China of threatening “democracy itself” during a visit to Taiwan that sparked outrage from China and crisis mitigation efforts from the Biden administration. While left-leaning articles focus on crisis avoidance from the White House, right-leaning articles focus on Pelosi’s critiques of the Chinese Community party.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post discusses how White House officials caution that China is potentially gearing up for retaliation for Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan. White House spokesman John Kirby said that “we’ve seen a number of announcements from the [People’s Republic of China] in just the last several hours that are unfortunately right in line with what we had anticipated… China has positioned itself to take further steps, and we expect that they will continue to react over a longer-term horizon.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting on how Pelosi critiqued China for increased military and cybersecurity aggression against Taiwan and, in an op-ed, rebutted arguments that the trip violates the One China Policy in which the U.S. recognizes Beijing, and not Taiwan, as the legitimate China government. The article also notes how Pelosi is the first House Speaker since Newt Gingrich (R-GA) in 1997 to visit the island.
A right-leaning article from Fox News discusses how Pelosi believes that her trip to Taiwan displays solidarity amongst nations that “face choice between autocracy and democracy.” Pelosi defended her trip to defend Taiwan and democracy in the face of accelerated aggression from the Chinese Communist Party.
From the center
Pelosi on Taiwan trip: ‘We cannot stand by’ as China threatens ‘democracy itself’
The Hill
From the right
Pelosi Taiwan visit: Speaker calls out Chinese Communist Party amid heightened tensions
Fox News
DOJ Sues Idaho Over Abortion Law
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Idaho over an abortion law in its first test to defend reproductive rights since the Supreme Court’s June ruling in Dobbs. While left-leaning articles highlight the DOJ’s arguments, right-leaning articles highlight the Idaho law itself.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,182 news articles covering this topic. 37% (802) are left-leaning, 35% (765) are centrist, and 28% (614) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden Administration Sues Idaho Over 6-Week Abortion Ban, Huffpost
From the center: DOJ challenges Idaho abortion law; first administration test since Roe v. Wade overturned, USA Today
From the right: Biden DOJ Sues Idaho Over State’s Abortion Law, Daily Caller
We ran the numbers: There are 2,182 news articles covering this topic. 37% (802) are left-leaning, 35% (765) are centrist, and 28% (614) are right-leaning.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Idaho over an abortion law in its first test to defend reproductive rights since the Supreme Court’s June ruling in Dobbs. While left-leaning articles highlight the DOJ’s arguments, right-leaning articles highlight the Idaho law itself.
A left-leaning from Huffpost focuses on how the DOJ argues that Idaho’s abortion ban violates the 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). The lawsuit accuses Idaho of making it a criminal offense for doctors to comply with EMTALA, a statute that mandates patients receive appropriate medical care in emergency situations.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how Attorney General Merrick Garland has pledged to use “every tool at [his] disposal” to protect reproductive rights. Idaho Attorney General Larence Wasden, however, called the DOJ’s actions “a politically motivated lawsuit” and accused federal officials of never engaging Idaho state officials in meaningful discourse.
A right-leaning article from The Daily Caller focuses on how the Idaho law, a trigger law originally passed in 2010, will take effect on August 25th, preventing abortions unless in cases of rape and incest and if the mother can show proper documentation from authorities.
From the center
DOJ challenges Idaho abortion law; first administration test since Roe v. Wade overturned
USA Today
Pelosi To Visit Taiwan, Sparking Outrage From China
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) is likely set to visit Taiwan, sparking outrage from Chinese government officials. While left-leaning articles highlight the White House’s warnings to China about the visit, right-leaning articles highlight China's warnings to the White House.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,858 news articles covering this topic. 8% (147) are left-leaning, 54% (995) are centrist, and 39% (716) are right-leaning.
From the left: White House warns China not to overreact to expected Pelosi visit to Taiwan, Washington Post
From the center: China again threatens 'consequences' if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan, USA Today
From the right: Pelosi set to visit Taiwan, triggering dire warning from Chinese media personality: report, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,858 news articles covering this topic. 8% (147) are left-leaning, 54% (995) are centrist, and 39% (716) are right-leaning.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) is likely set to visit Taiwan, sparking outrage from Chinese government officials. While left-leaning articles highlight the White House’s warnings to China about the visit, right-leaning articles highlight China's warnings to the White House.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how the White House has warned China to not overreact if Pelosi decides to visit Taiwan, urging them not to use the trip as a pretext for provocation. White House spokesman John Kirby said that “China appears to be positioning itself to take further steps in the coming days and perhaps over longer time horizons,” adding that “nothing about this potential visit — which, oh, by the way, has precedent — would change the status quo.”
USA Today published a centrist article reporting on how the controversy has arisen because China views Taiwan as part of its sovereign territory, but Taiwan sees itself as an independent country. Pelosi’s visit also comes in the wake of the U.S. sending weapons to the island to help defend it against China. The article also notes how Biden has stated that the Pentagon does not believe it is smart for Pelosi to visit Taiwan, but that the choice is ultimately up to her.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on warnings from Chinese government officials about Pelosi’s visit. A spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry stated that “China will take resolute and strong measures to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. As for what measures exactly we will take, let's wait and see if she dares making the visit.”
From the left
White House warns China not to overreact to expected Pelosi visit to Taiwan
Washington Post
From the center
China again threatens 'consequences' if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan
USA Today
Bipartisan Compromise Would Protect Abortion Rights
Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) wrote a bipartisan bill to restore abortion rights, protect contraception, and prohibit state regulations from preventing abortion access before fetal viability. The bill is not expected to pass. While left-leaning articles focus on Congressional actions to codify Roe after the Supreme Court’s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, right-leaning articles focus on Biden’s response.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,451 news articles covering this topic. 43% (1,059) are left-leaning, 40% (987) are centrist, and 17% (405) are right-leaning.
From the left: Senators unveil bipartisan abortion access bill; measure unlikely to pass, Washington Post
From the center: Bipartisan compromise bill would restore abortion rights, AP News
From the right: Bipartisan group of senators introduces bill for federal protection of abortion rights, contraception access, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,451 news articles covering this topic. 43% (1,059) are left-leaning, 40% (987) are centrist, and 17% (405) are right-leaning.
Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) wrote a bipartisan bill to restore abortion rights, protect contraception, and prohibit state regulations from preventing abortion access before fetal viability. The bill is not expected to pass. While left-leaning articles focus on Congressional actions to codify Roe after the Supreme Court’s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, right-leaning articles focus on Biden’s response.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights how 17 states have outlawed or mostly banned abortion since the decision in Dobbs. The current bipartisan agreement comes after Senate Democrats failed to pass partisan legislation to codify Roe in May.
AP News published a centrist article reporting that the bill is a long-short effort to put Republicans on record for not supporting the decision. Senator Kaine stated that “we still think there is utility in showing there is a bipartisan majority that would want to codify Roe” even without enough votes for the bill.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how the proposed bill came after President Biden urged Congress to codify Roe, stating that the filibuster “should not stand in the way.” The article also notes how Senator Murkowski said that “every American should have autonomy over their own health care decisions,” adding that the Supreme Court “made it imperative for Congress to restore women’s reproductive rights.”
From the left
Senators unveil bipartisan abortion access bill; measure unlikely to pass
Washington Post
Continued Controversy Over Definition of "Recession"
Arguments continue to swirl over the definition of a recession after the Commerce Department released a report declaring that the U.S. has faced a second consecutive quarter of negative GDP growth. While left-leaning articles highlight other factors in declaring a recession as well as economic considerations in the upcoming midterm elections, right-leaning articles highlight changes of views by journalists about the word.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,062 news articles covering this topic. 34% (692) are left-leaning, 34% (706) are centrist, and 32% (664) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden touts record jobs but faces new headwinds as GDP shrinks, Politico
From the center: What is a recession? Wikipedia can't decide, NPR
From the right: Politico, CNN, MSNBC journalists back off recession definition they previously espoused, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 2,062 news articles covering this topic. 34% (692) are left-leaning, 34% (706) are centrist, and 32% (664) are right-leaning.
Arguments continue to swirl over the definition of a recession after the Commerce Department released a report declaring that the U.S. has faced a second consecutive quarter of negative GDP growth. While left-leaning articles highlight other factors in declaring a recession as well as economic considerations in the upcoming midterm elections, right-leaning articles highlight changes of views by journalists about the word.
A left-leaning article from Politico focuses on how the Biden administration continues to assert that the U.S. is not in a recession, but Republicans are in a position to bash Democratic candidates for the economy. The article also notes that many economists consider other factors than negative GDP growth to define a recession, a word that Politico describes as “politically charged with no precise definition.”
NPR published a centrist article reporting on how Wikipedia froze edits to its page defining a recession after new users violated the website's policies. The rogue edits seemed to have a political bias and lacked proper citations.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how journalists from Politico, CNN, and MSNBC reversed course and no longer align themselves with the Biden administration’s definition of a recession. The article notes that the “Biden administration attempted to redefine what a recession was.”
From the right
Politico, CNN, MSNBC journalists back off recession definition they previously espoused
Fox News
Michigan Supreme Court Declares That "Sex" Implies More Than Gender
The Michigan Supreme Court affirmed on Thursday that an anti-bias law from 1976 protects LGBTQ individuals, stating that “sex” implies more than gender. While left-leaning articles highlight the reasoning for the decision, right-leaning articles highlight the history of the law and reactions to the decision.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,982 news articles covering this topic. 40% (781) are left-leaning, 39% (761) are centrist, and 22% (440) are right-leaning.
From the left: Michigan Supreme Court says anti-bias law protects LGBTQ, Washington Post
From the center: In landmark ruling, Michigan Supreme Court says definition of ‘sex’ in discrimination law includes sexual orientation, The Hill
From the right: Grand Rapids reacts to MI Supreme Court civil rights act decision, Fox News
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We ran the numbers: There are 1,982 news articles covering this topic. 40% (781) are left-leaning, 39% (761) are centrist, and 22% (440) are right-leaning.
The Michigan Supreme Court affirmed on Thursday that an anti-bias law from 1976 protects LGBTQ individuals, stating that “sex” implies more than gender. While left-leaning articles highlight the reasoning for the decision, right-leaning articles highlight the history of the law and reactions to the decision.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post focuses on how Justice Elizabeth Clement, writing for the majority, declared that while the Michigan Congress likely intended to help women when it prevented discrimination based on sex, “this motivation does not curtail other applications of the plain statutory language.” Judge Clement also pointed out that the law has been applied in pregnancy discrimination and same-sex sexual harassment cases.
The Hill published a centrist reporting on how Justice Clement, a Republican, wrote that “discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation necessarily constitutes discrimination because of sex.” The article notes that while some praised the decision, others critiqued the court for overextending its duty by reinterpreting the original law.
A right-leaning article from Fox News focuses on how the law affirmed by the Justices was Michigan’s Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act, a 1976 law that protects against discrimination based on “religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status or marital status.” The article also notes how Attorney General Dana Nessel, who argued the case for the state, called the decision a “day for justice.”