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Trump asks Supreme Court to stop release of his tax returns
In an ongoing legal battle between former President Donald Trump and the House Ways & Means Committee to release years worth of Trump’s tax returns, Trump called on the Supreme Court on Monday to intervene and pause enforcement of the ruling of a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit in favor of the committee. Left-leaning articles highlight that previous presidents going back decades have willingly released their tax returns while right-leaning articles simply report that Trump’s team has filed the request to the Supreme Court.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,124 news articles covering this topic. 49% (1,047) are left-leaning, 31% (661) are centrist, and 20% (416) are right-leaning.
From the left: Trump asks Supreme Court to stop release of his tax returns, Washington Post
From the center: Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in dispute with House panel over tax returns, USA Today
From the right: Trump asks Supreme Court to block release of his tax records to House Democrats, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,124 news articles covering this topic.
49% (1,047) are left-leaning, 31% (661) are centrist, and 20% (416) are right-leaning.
In an ongoing legal battle between former President Donald Trump and the House Ways & Means Committee to release years worth of Trump’s tax returns, Trump called on the Supreme Court on Monday to intervene and pause enforcement of the ruling of a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit in favor of the committee. Left-leaning articles highlight that previous presidents going back decades have willingly released their tax returns while right-leaning articles simply report that Trump’s team has filed the request to the Supreme Court.
USA Today published a centrist article detailing Trump’s request to the Supreme Court to block enforcement of the appeals court’s decision affirming an earlier ruling by a three-judge panel which unanimously sided with the House committee. Trump claims that the case raises questions about “separation of powers” affecting current and future presidents. It also reported that this is just the latest of a series of cases concerning political dilemmas that the Supreme Court will have to contend with.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlighted that the request was filed by Trump’s attorney Cameron Norris while he argued against race-based affirmative action in front of the Supreme Court. It also highlighted that while Trump claims that the audit of his tax returns was intended to “embarrass him politically,” previous presidents going back decades have voluntarily shared their tax returns.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted that Trump requested the Supreme Court on Monday to block the release of six-years worth of his tax returns to Democrat lawmakers. It also detailed the origins of the House committee’s request for Trump’s tax returns dating back to 2019. It did not mention the detail that it has been standard custom for previous presidents to release their tax returns.
From the center
Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in dispute with House panel over tax returns
USA Today
From the right
Trump asks Supreme Court to block release of his tax records to House Democrats
Fox News
Paul Pelosi attacked in SF Home
On Friday, an attacker broke into the San Francisco house of Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and her husband Paul Pelosi. At the time of the attack, Nancy Pelosi was not home, but her husband told sources that the attacker was looking for the Speaker. The attack is one of many recent politically motivated violence, sparking a nationwide debate.
We ran the numbers: There are 4,565 news articles covering this topic. 31% (1,417) are left-leaning, 46% (2,116) are centrist, and 23% (1,032) are right-leaning.
From the left: Paul Pelosi told attacker he needed to use the bathroom, called 911 from there, Politico
From the center: Paul Pelosi attacker asked ‘Where is Nancy?’, The Hill
From the right: Paul Pelosi attack should be a 'wakeup call' to Democrats on crime, but they won't change: Leo Terrell, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 4,565 news articles covering this topic.
31% (1,417) are left-leaning, 46% (2,116) are centrist, and 23% (1,032) are right-leaning.
On Friday, an attacker broke into the San Francisco house of Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and her husband Paul Pelosi. At the time of the attack, Nancy Pelosi was not home, but her husband told sources that the attacker was looking for the Speaker. The attack is one of many recent politically motivated violence, sparking a nationwide debate.
The Hill published a centrist article detailing the attack, reporting that the attacker was looking for Nancy Pelosi. It reported that the attacker shouted, “Where is Nancy? Where is Nancy?” according to a source briefed on the incident. The assailant, a 42-year-old man, attacked Paul Pelosi, 82, around 2 a.m. on Friday. The Hill noted that this incident was just the latest of a series of recent threats against lawmakers and political figures.
A left-leaning article by POLITICO highlighted that the attacker’s call during the break-in “Where is Nancy?” echoed the same calls to locate Nancy Pelosi during the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol in 2020. POLITICO reported that the recent incident has reignited conversations about how to address threats to lawmakers and how to protect political figures. It reported that lawmakers on both sides of the political spectrum have condemned the violence and expressed support to the family after the attack.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted that the recent break-in at the Speaker’s house in California should be a “wake up call” for Democrats regarding the dangers of rising crime rates across the country, according to Fox News contributor Leo Terrell. He noted that because California recently did away with cash bail for those who cannot pay and are not a danger to the community, this allows “career criminals” to roam freely while awaiting trial.
Reactions to Fetterman’s speaking ability and fitness for office
On Tuesday, just weeks before the November midterm elections, Pennsylvania Senate seat contenders Lt. Gov John Fetterman (D-Pa.) and Dr. Mehmet Oz (R-Pa.) went head-to-head in a debate on live television. Fetterman’s performance and his reliance on accommodations months after his stroke have raised questions from within the Democratic Party and from their opponents in the Republican Party about whether he can win out over Oz.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,220 news articles covering this topic. 36% (807) are left-leaning, 36% (808) are centrist, and 28% (605) are right-leaning.
From the left: Head of Republican Party mocks speaking abilities of Fetterman, Biden, Washington Post
From the center: Fetterman’s rocky debate raises anxiety among Democrats over the future of U.S. Senate, The Hill
From the right: Biden promises to eliminate 'junk fees' in economy-focused speech, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 2,220 news articles covering this topic.
36% (807) are left-leaning, 36% (808) are centrist, and 28% (605) are right-leaning.
On Tuesday, just weeks before the November midterm elections, Pennsylvania Senate seat contenders Lt. Gov John Fetterman (D-Pa.) and Dr. Mehmet Oz (R-Pa.) went head-to-head in a debate on live television. Fetterman’s performance and his reliance on accommodations months after his stroke have raised questions from within the Democratic Party and from their opponents in the Republican Party about whether he can win out over Oz.
USA Today published a centrist article describing members of the Democratic Party, Fetterman’s political allies, as having concerns about a victory over Oz after his relatively poor performance at Tuesday’s debate. Fetterman stumbled over words and had to take extended pauses which his supporters worried would be used against him in the weeks leading up to the midterm elections.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlighted that, on Thursday, Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel mocked the speaking abilities of both Fetterman, who suffered a stroke five months earlier, and Biden, who grew up with a stutter, on a radio broadcast interview. The article mentions Fetterman’s performance at Tuesday’s debate in passing.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted that Fetterman’s allies and supporters, as well as major news organizations such as ABC News and The New York Times, were quick to defend Fetterman, claiming that ableism contributed to the negative reception of Fetterman’s performance on Tuesday. It also highlighted that Fetterman has refused to release his medical records even after a public request by Oz during the debate.
From the center
Fetterman’s rocky debate raises anxiety among Democrats over the future of U.S. Senate
The Hill
Biden to take on ‘junk fees’ as part of his plan to combat inflation
In an announcement on Wednesday, President Joe Biden pledged to tackle “junk fees” imposed on consumers as a measure to fight inflation. Under Biden’s administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is cracking down on banking fees, hidden charges, and excessive fees in booking hotels and airplane tickets. This announcement comes before the November midterm elections, in which many Americans view inflation as one of the biggest concerns to address.
We ran the numbers: There are 5,032 news articles covering this topic. 26% (1,295) are left-leaning, 37% (1,860) are centrist, and 37% (1,877) are right-leaning.
From the left: With Americans feeling pinched, Biden targets 'junk fees', Washington Post
From the center: Biden to take on ‘junk fees’ as part of his plan to combat inflation, The Hill
From the right: Biden promises to eliminate 'junk fees' in economy-focused speech, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 5,032 news articles covering this topic.
26% (1,295) are left-leaning, 37% (1,860) are centrist, and 37% (1,877) are right-leaning.
In an announcement on Wednesday, President Joe Biden pledged to tackle “junk fees” imposed on consumers as a measure to fight inflation. Under Biden’s administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is cracking down on banking fees, hidden charges, and excessive fees in booking hotels and airplane tickets. This announcement comes before the November midterm elections, in which many Americans view inflation as one of the biggest concerns to address.
The Hill published a centrist article describing Biden’s announcement that his administration is taking new steps to combat what he calls “junk fees” amid a time of high inflation. The Hill reported that, in his speech, Biden said that hidden or excessive fees by banks, airlines, and hotels are “taking real money out of your pockets.” It noted that while gas prices are decreasing, averaging $3.39 a gallon, Biden is taking steps to save American households money.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlighted that its new steps and enforcement will save Americans around $3 billion in fees annually. It also emphasized that this announcement came just weeks before the November midterm elections and is likely a move by the president to show his commitment to lifting financial burdens on families amid a period of high inflation, which has contributed to his relatively low approval rating.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlighted that this announcement came amidst a contentious midterm election campaign in which Republicans mainly focused on issues of economy and inflation whereas Democrats focused on abortion rights and Donald Trump. The Examiner also highlighted that Biden’s new measures are intended to promote capitalism.
Desantis Debates with Democratic rival Crist
The Florida gubernatorial debate on Monday night between incumbent governor Ron DeSantis and Democratic candidate Charlie Crist—who served as Florida’s governor from 2007 to 2011—saw a fiery discussion of abortion, immigration, and the 2024 presidential election. Crist grilled DeSantis on his presidential ambitions during the lone debate and pressed the incumbent governor to answer to whether he supported more stringent abortion restrictions in Florida.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,311 news articles covering this topic. 35% (1,173) are left-leaning, 36% (1,202) are centrist, and 29% (936) are right-leaning.
From the left: DeSantis, in testy debate with Dem rival, sidesteps 2024 question, Politico
From the center: Crist: ‘I think we all know’ that DeSantis is running for president, The Hill
From the right: DeSantis vows to put Crist 'out to pasture' as Democrat defends gender surgeries for minors,Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3,311 news articles covering this topic.
35% (1,173) are left-leaning, 36% (1,202) are centrist, and 29% (936) are right-leaning.
The Florida gubernatorial debate on Monday night between incumbent governor Ron DeSantis and Democratic candidate Charlie Crist—who served as Florida’s governor from 2007 to 2011—saw a fiery discussion of abortion, immigration, and the 2024 presidential election. Crist grilled DeSantis on his presidential ambitions during the lone debate and pressed the incumbent governor to answer to whether he supported more stringent abortion restrictions in Florida.
The Hill wrote a centrist article describing a focal point of the lone debate Monday night which was DeSantis’s hesitance to affirm that he would pursue the White House vacancy during the 2024 presidential elections. It reported that Crist compared DeSantis to “a deer in the headlights” when pressed on the question of running for president. Although DeSantis is the favored candidate to win the gubernatorial election, The Hill reported that Crist considered his pressure on DeSantis to be a victory.
A left-leaning article by Politico highlighted that DeSantis repeatedly dodged the question about whether he would run for the presidency in 2024 which, if elected, would cut his second-term governorship in half. The article emphasized that the candidates went head-to-head on topics of Florida’s abortion restrictions and COVID-19 policies during DeSantis’s term.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted how Crist compared limitations on minor gender transition procedures to restrictions on abortions. "When they say gender-affirming care, they mean giving puberty blockers to teenage girls and teenage boys, they mean doing double mastectomies on young girls, they mean chemically castrating young boys. That is wrong. We are not going to allow that to happen in the state of Florida," DeSantis said. After Crist tried to force him to say whether he planned to run for president or serve another full term as governor should he be re-elected, DeSantis declared "The only worn-out, old donkey I'm looking to put out to pasture is Charlie Crist”.
Ted Cruz’s controversial appearance on ‘The View’
During Sen. Ted Cruz’s (R-Texas) Monday appearance on ABC News’s show “The View,” he was interrupted by a protest from within the New York City studio. Cruz was answering a question about the economic difficulties facing Americans when a group of protestors began shouting “Vote for climate now!” forcing the network to cut to a sudden commercial break. When the interview resumed, Cruz was grilled by co-hosts on the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol and political violence, for which he accused Democrats of being hypocritical.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,684 news articles covering this topic. 34% (900) are left-leaning, 35% (942) are centrist, and 31% (842) are right-leaning.
From the left: Cruz called Trump’s fraud claims ‘reckless.’ Now he promises evidence., Washington Post
From the center: Protesters interrupt Ted Cruz’s appearance on ‘The View’, The Hill
From the right: 'The View' explodes after Ted Cruz calls out past Democrats on questioning election results, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,039 news articles covering this topic.
42% (860) are left-leaning, 40% (820) are centrist, and 18% (359) are right-leaning.
During Sen. Ted Cruz’s (R-Texas) Monday appearance on ABC News’s show “The View,” he was interrupted by a protest from within the New York City studio. Cruz was answering a question about the economic difficulties facing Americans when a group of protestors began shouting “Vote for climate now!” forcing the network to cut to a sudden commercial break. When the interview resumed, Cruz was grilled by co-hosts on the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol and political violence, for which he accused Democrats of being hypocritical.
The Hill wrote a centrist article detailing the interruption of Cruz’s Monday interview with Whoopi Goldberg. It was reported that although Cruz ignored the protestors and attempted to finish his answer. Goldberg addressed the audience, saying, “Excuse me, let us do our jobs. We hear what you have to say, but you have to go.” The Hill also reported that co-host Ana Navarro apologized to Cruz after the show returned from the sudden commercial break.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post does not mention the interruption and instead highlights Cruz’s inconsistency in both denouncing former President Donald Trump’s incitement of the Jan. 6 riots due to claims of election fraud while also pledging to provide evidence before the Supreme Court for voter fraud during the 2020 general election.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted the supposed hypocrisy of the hosts of ABC News’s “The View” regarding their stance on the legitimacy of elections and political strife. It described Cruz’s Monday appearance on the network in which co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin “grilled” Cruz on the Jan. 6 riots at the Capitol. Cruz conceded that President Joe Biden was elected but pointed out that Democrats, including the hosts, often levied claims of election fraud when Democratic candidates lose—the very thing they accuse Republicans of doing.
In Pennsylvania Biden Goes to Bat for Fetterman, Trolls Oz
In the upcoming Pennsylvania midterm elections this November, candidates Lt. Gov. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) and Dr. Mehmet Oz (R-Pa.) will go toe-to-toe in a contentious bid to represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the Senate. On a recent trip to Pennsylvania, U.S. President Joe Biden made an appearance to support Fetterman and mock his Trump-backed opponent.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,684 news articles covering this topic. 34% (900) are left-leaning, 35% (942) are centrist, and 31% (842) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden makes rare appearance with Democrat for Fetterman's Senate race against Oz, ABC News
From the center: Biden Trolls 'MAGA' Candidate Dr. Oz as John Fetterman's Lead Disappears, Newsweek
From the right: Obama stumps for Fetterman in campaign ad: 'Fate of our democracy' on the line, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,684 news articles covering this topic.
34% (900) are left-leaning, 35% (942) are centrist, and 31% (842) are right-leaning.
In the upcoming Pennsylvania midterm elections this November, candidates Lt. Gov. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) and Dr. Mehmet Oz (R-Pa.) will go toe-to-toe in a contentious bid to represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the Senate. On a recent trip to Pennsylvania, U.S. President Joe Biden made an appearance to support Fetterman and mock his Trump-backed opponent.
Newsweek published a centrist article in which they write that Biden “trolled” Oz, mocking the Delaware-born candidate who, up until recently, lived in New Jersey. The article highlights that while Fetterman has been polling much higher than Oz during the summer, his lead has “evaporated” in the weeks ahead of the November midterm elections. The President made an appearance to encourage voters to choose Fetterman over Oz, who he described as a “a perfect example of a MAGA Republican.”
A left-leaning article by ABC News highlights Biden’s trip to Pennsylvania to visit the Fern Hollow Bridge in Pittsburgh which had collapsed earlier this month. At an event, he made remarks about the success of the rebuilding project due to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law spearheaded by his administration. Fetterman met Biden in Pittsburgh in a rare appearance as other candidates have kept a noticeable distance from Biden during this midterm cycle, the article notes.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden has strongly endorsed Fetterman for Senate. It reports that Fetterman posted a 30-second video of the President showing his support for the Democratic candidate, saying that “the fate of our democracy is on the line” with this election. It also highlights that Oz, the Trump-backed Republican candidate, has been able to close the 10-point deficit between him and Fetterman, setting the scene for a “heated” race for Senate.
From the left
Biden makes rare appearance with Democrat for Fetterman's Senate race against Oz
ABC News
Biden not paying attention to important issues, according to Monmouth poll
A recent poll by Monmouth University found that nearly two thirds of the electorate believe that U.S. President Joe Biden is not paying enough attention to the issues that matter the most to Americans, namely inflation. Around 46% of survey respondents reported that inflation was “extremely important,” followed by 38% who named elections and voting, and 37% who named crime as the top priority issues. This poll comes just weeks before the November midterm elections which may play a role in either Democrats gaining a majority in Congress or the Republicans flipping the House and/or Senate. The survey suggests that the GOP currently holds a “slight preference” for congressional control.
There are 2,029 news articles covering this topic. 27% (548) are left-leaning, 30% (599) are centrist, and 43% (882) are right-leaning.
From the left: The growing warning signs for Democrats in 2022, Washington Post
From the center: Most in new poll say Biden not paying enough attention to most important issues, The Hill
From the right: Biden not focusing enough attention on Americans' most important issues: poll, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,029 news articles covering this topic.
27% (548) are left-leaning, 30% (599) are centrist, and 43% (882) are right-leaning.
A recent poll by Monmouth University found that nearly two thirds of the electorate believe that U.S. President Joe Biden is not paying enough attention to the issues that matter the most to Americans, namely inflation. Around 46% of survey respondents reported that inflation was “extremely important,” followed by 38% who named elections and voting, and 37% who named crime as the top priority issues. This poll comes just weeks before the November midterm elections which may play a role in either Democrats gaining a majority in Congress or the Republicans flipping the House and/or Senate. The survey suggests that the GOP currently holds a “slight preference” for congressional control.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting the findings of the Monmouth survey, highlighting that 63% of respondents said they wish Biden would pay attention to their top issues — up from 49% who said the same of then-President Donald Trump in March 2020. It also noted that Biden’s approval rating is steadily increasing since last month, though it has not reached its height, hovering around 50%, during the president’s first six months.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post suggests that despite Democrats’ polling gains and strong performances in Senate races still come with caveats that could tip the scale in Republicans’ favor in the upcoming midterm elections. Biden’s relatively low approval rating, the poll by Monmouth, and historical precedent which says the party that holds the presidency often loses the vast majority of midterms.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlighted a comment from Monmouth University’s Polling Institute director Patrick Murray saying that some performance metrics that reflected poorly on Trump during his presidency are appearing “even worse” for Biden. It also highlighted that 31% of respondents believe Biden is paying enough attention to voters’s priorities.
From the center
Most in new poll say Biden not paying enough attention to most important issues
The Hill
Fiery Demings-Rubio debate in Florida
On Oct. 18, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) faced off against U.S. Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.) in the first one-on-one debate of their contentious race for Senate just weeks before the midterm elections on Nov. 8. Topics discussed at the Lake Worth debate included the economy, abortion rights, gun violence, and immigration with many news outlets describing the debate as “fiery” and Demings as being on the offensive.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,656 news articles covering this topic. 41% (1,101) are left-leaning, 37% (982) are centrist, and 22% (573) are right-leaning.
From the left: At fiery debate, Rubio opposes gun measure he championed after Parkland, Washington Post
From the center: Five takeaways from the fiery Demings-Rubio debate in Florida, The Hill
From the right: Marco Rubio and Val Demings take aim at one another on immigration, gun control, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,656 news articles covering this topic.
41% (1,101) are left-leaning, 37% (982) are centrist, and 22% (573) are right-leaning.
On Oct. 18, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) faced off against U.S. Rep. Val Demings (D-Fla.) in the first one-on-one debate of their contentious race for Senate just weeks before the midterm elections on Nov. 8. Topics discussed at the Lake Worth debate included the economy, abortion rights, gun violence, and immigration with many news outlets describing the debate as “fiery” and Demings as being on the offensive. Left-leaning articles focus on how Rubio backtracked on guns while right-leaning articles note that crime was not discussed and that Rubio blamed inflation on government spending during the pandemic.
The Hill published a centrist article summarizing the key points and takeaways from the Rubio-Demmings debate last Tuesday. The article highlights that Demings went on the aggressive, painting Rubio as a “career politician” and “reliable ‘yes’ vote for the GOP in Washington.” The Hill reported that a theme throughout the night was Demings’s efforts to cast doubt on Rubio’s 12-year tenure as Senator, as well as Rubio’s unsurprising tactic of tying his Democratic opponent to socialism. All in all, The Hill reports that the debate is unlikely to tip the balance of the race in Demings’ favor, who polls show is tailing Rubio by 4 to 5%.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights that Rubio has backtracked on a measure he previously campaigned for which would ban 18-year-olds from buying assault rifles in response to the school shooting in Parkland, Fla. At the Tuesday debate, Rubio said that the law which he previously supported “doesn’t work” and that background checks would not have prevented any of the school shootings discussed. The Post reported that Demings fired back, accusing Rubio of making “promises that you had no intentions to keep” to the families of the victims of the Parkland shooting.
A right-leaning article from Fox News notes that absent from the debate was the discussion of crime, which was described as a hot button issue for GOP voters during this midterm election. The description of the debate was presented as a dialogue of alternating quotes on a variety of issues, such as immigration, abortion rights, and the economy. On the topic of inflation, Fox News highlighted that Rubio attributed the blame for inflation on government spending during the pandemic.
From the right
Marco Rubio and Val Demings take aim at one another on immigration, gun control
Fox News
Biden on codifying Roe decision
On Tuesday at a Democratic National Committee meeting, President Joe Biden said that if the DNC could achieve a Democratic-majority Congress during the upcoming midterm elections on Nov. 8, his first move would be to send a bill to legislators codifying the 1973 Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade into law.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,078 news articles covering this topic. 48% (1,005) are left-leaning, 30% (624) are centrist, and 22% (449) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden kicks off Democrats’ final sprint focusing on one theme: Abortion, Washington Post
From the center: Biden vows codifying Roe decision first bill in an expanded Democratic majority, USA Today
From the right: Biden vows to codify abortion rights if Democrats maintain control: 'We can do this' Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,078 news articles covering this topic.
48% (1,005) are left-leaning, 30% (624) are centrist, and 22% (449) are right-leaning.
On Tuesday at a Democratic National Committee meeting, President Joe Biden said that if the DNC could achieve a Democratic-majority Congress during the upcoming midterm elections on Nov. 8, his first move would be to send a bill to legislators codifying the 1973 Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade into law. Left-leaning articles highlight the importance of the abortion rights issue while right-leaning articles highlight that the most important issue for voters is the economy.
USA Today published a centrist article on Biden’s Tuesday statement promising that he would codify Roe v. Wade, effectively protecting abortion rights federally, if the Democrats achieve a majority in Congress after the midterm elections. They report that Biden said that he hopes to be able to sign the bill into law by its 50th anniversary on Jan. 22, 2022. The article notes that while the Democrats have held control of the 50-50 Senate because of Vice President Kamala Harris’s tie-breaking vote, they do not have the votes necessary to restore abortion rights or overcome a Republican-led filibuster.
A left-leaning article from The Washington Post highlights the importance of the abortion rights issue to Democratic candidates as a way to achieve a majority in the Democratic Congress. It notes that Democrats have been prioritizing abortion rights and gun violence as main points of contention ahead of the midterm elections, while Republicans have emphasized crime, the economy, and immigration.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that issues with the economy and crime are more pressing to the electorate. A recent poll by the New York Times shows that for over 26% of voters, the economy is the most important issue, followed by inflation at 18%, and abortion at 5%.
From the center
Biden vows codifying Roe decision would be first bill in an expanded Democratic majority
USA Today
From the right
Biden vows to codify abortion rights if Democrats maintain control: 'We can do this'
Fox News
New York Times poll's bad news for Democrats
Former President Trump leads President Biden by 1 point in a hypothetical rematch, according to a New York Times-Siena College poll published Monday. When likely voters were asked whom they would support if the 2024 presidential election were held today, Trump led Biden, 45 to 44 percent. The New York Times-Siena College poll was conducted from Oct. 9 to Oct. 12 among 792 registered voters and has a margin of error of 4 percentage points.
We ran the numbers: There are 3,333 news articles covering this topic. 38% (1,258) are left-leaning, 32% (1,064) are centrist, and 30% (1,011) are right-leaning.
From the left: Republicans Gain Edge as Voters Worry About Economy, Times/Siena Poll Finds, New York Times
From the center: Trump nips Biden in New York Times poll among likely voters, The Hill
From the right: Media react to New York Times poll's bad news for Democrats: 'It's the economy, stupid', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3,333 news articles covering this topic.
38% (1,258) are left-leaning, 32% (1,064) are centrist, and 30% (1,011) are right-leaning.
Former President Trump leads President Biden by 1 point in a hypothetical rematch, according to a New York Times-Siena College poll published Monday. When likely voters were asked whom they would support if the 2024 presidential election were held today, Trump led Biden, 45 to 44 percent. The New York Times-Siena College poll was conducted from Oct. 9 to Oct. 12 among 792 registered voters and has a margin of error of 4 percentage points.
The Hill published a centrist article highlighting that other polls have been more favorable for Biden, including a Yahoo News-YouGov poll last month that had Biden leading Trump by 6 points. Although Biden and the White House have often stated that the president plans to run for reelection, they have refrained from making a formal declaration. Trump too has hinted at running in 2024 but hasn't officially declared.
A left-leaning article from the New York Times presents the results of the poll and highlights how despite Democrats' emphasis on abortion rights independents, particularly women, are shifting to the GOP. With elections coming up next month, disapproval of President Biden seems to be hurting the Democrats. The survey showed that the economy remained a far more potent political issue than abortion.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how conservative journalists said the poll refuted Democratic claims that this November would be "Roevember"—a reference to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in June—while liberal journalists expressed skepticism about the poll results. Democratic strategist and Daily Beast contributor Max Burns said the huge shift in independent women voters to the GOP seemed "suspect."
From the left
Republicans Gain Edge as Voters Worry About Economy, Times/Siena Poll Finds
New York Times
From the right
Media react to New York Times poll's bad news for Democrats: 'It's the economy, stupid'
Fox News
House Jan. 6 committee subpoenas former president Donald Trump
After an investigation that has lasted more than a year, the House Jan. 6 committee voted unanimously Thursday to subpoena Trump. In a 14-page response to the Jan. 6 committee, former President Trump on Friday skirted the question of whether he would testify under subpoena, instead doubling down on his disproven claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Left-leaning articles focus on Trump’s response, proving once again that his claims are false and unfounded. Right-leaning articles highlight that the vote to subpoena Trump may be too late, as Republicans will likely disband the committee if they take back the House.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,363 news articles covering this topic. 51% (694) are left-leaning, 32% (432) are centrist, and 17% (237) are right-leaning.
From the left: The most embarrassing part of Trump’s response to the House subpoena, Washington Post
From the center: Trump skirts testimony question in hostile 14-page Jan. 6 response, The Hill
From the right: GOP questions Trump subpoena timing: 'Made-for-TV prop', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,363 news articles covering this topic.
51% (694) are left-leaning, 32% (432) are centrist, and 17% (237) are right-leaning.
After an investigation that has lasted more than a year, the House Jan. 6 committee voted unanimously Thursday to subpoena Trump. In a 14-page response to the Jan. 6 committee, former President Trump on Friday skirted the question of whether he would testify under subpoena, instead doubling down on his disproven claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Left-leaning articles focus on Trump’s response, proving once again that his claims are false and unfounded. Right-leaning articles highlight that the vote to subpoena Trump may be too late, as Republicans will likely disband the committee if they take back the House.
The Hill published a centrist article about how others subpoenaed by the committee, including Trump's chief of staff Mark Meadows, have gone to court to block the subpoena. It remains unclear whether the committee will also subpoena Vice President Mike Pence. Trump's letter rehashes many of the same claims he's made in the more than 18 months since the riot. Testimony from Justice Department officials to the committee laid out how the department looked into each of Trump's claims and was able to debunk or explain each of them.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Trump, appears unconcerned about repeating the disproved misinformation and not embarrassed that all of his statements have been proven false. Trump expects that his allies will nod and skim this document. And he knows that The Washington Post will print it out, angrily annotate it, and use it to further demonstrate that his arguments are unfounded.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that Republicans are questioning the timing of the January 6 Committee's subpoena of former President Trump – more than a year after it started its investigation and just weeks before Republicans are expected to disband the committee if they win back the House. "The Select Committee’s unenforceable subpoena is just another made-for-TV prop," Rep. Jim Banks, R-Ind., told Fox News Digital.
Supreme Court denies Trump request in Mar-a-Lago classified documents case
The Supreme Court on Thursday denied former President Trump’s appeal, asking the nation's highest court to weigh in on a dispute over classified records seized at his Mar-a-Lago club in August. Left-leaning articles note that the one-sentence order amounted to a quick and sharp denial and that this rejection of Trump’s request continues a string of unfavorable rulings for the former president. Right-leaning articles highlight that Trump has denied that any of the materials in his possession at Mar-a-Lago were classified
We ran the numbers: There are 1642 news articles covering this topic. 43% (714) are left-leaning, 35% (568) are centrist, and 22% (360) are right-leaning.
From the left: Supreme Court rejects Trump request on Mar-a-Lago documents, Washington Post
From the center: Supreme Court denies Trump request in Mar-a-Lago classified documents case, USA Today
From the right: Mar-a-Lago probe: Supreme Court denies Trump appeal for special master to review classified records, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1642 news articles covering this topic.
43% (714) are left-leaning, 35% (568) are centrist, and 22% (360) are right-leaning.
The Supreme Court on Thursday denied former President Trump’s appeal, asking the nation's highest court to weigh in on a dispute over classified records seized at his Mar-a-Lago club in August. Left leaning articles note that the one-sentence order amounted to a quick and sharp denial and that this rejection of Trump’s request continues a string of unfavorable rulings for the former president. Right-leaning articles highlight that Trump has denied that any of the materials in his possession at Mar-a-Lago were classified
USA Today published a centrist article about how the Justice Department in a filing Tuesday, told the Supreme Court that Trump – as a former president – had no claim on the documents. A three-judge panel of the 11th Circuit – including two judges who were nominated by Trump – agreed with the Department of Justice.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how the court's one-sentence order received no noted dissents and amounted to a swift and harsh rejection of the former President's emergency plea to get involved in the controversial document review that is a part of an ongoing criminal investigation into possible classified material handling after Trump departed the White House. The article notes that this rejection of Trump’s request continues a string of unfavorable rulings for the former president: Multiple challenges to the 2020 election results made by Trump and his allies were rejected by the judges, the court also denied his request to withhold some White House records from the January 6 congressional panel. and, in July 2020 the court denied Trump's requests for protection from regional law enforcement and congressional investigators.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that Trump has denied that any of the materials in his possession at Mar-a-Lago were classified and that the Supreme Court has denied Trump’s motion to allow Special Master Raymond Dearie access to review the approximately 100 classified documents seized by the FBI in its raid of his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
From the left
Supreme Court rejects Trump request on Mar-a-Lago documents
Washington Post
Biden lays out national security strategy
China and Russia pose the biggest challenge to international peace and stability, the Biden administration said Wednesday while formally outlining the President’s national security strategy. Left-leaning articles highlight that the strategy stresses the need for a foreign policy that balances the interests of global allies with those of middle-class Americans while right-leaning articles highlight how China continues to be the United States' "most consequential geopolitical issue" and how "seriously hazardous" Russia is as a foe.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,356 news articles covering this topic. 42% (979) are left-leaning, 41% (982) are centrist, and 17% (395) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden global strategy tackles China, Russia, domestic needs, Washington Post
From the center: Biden lays out national security strategy while re-evaluating Saudi relations, USA Today
From the right: Biden national security strategy warns China is 'most consequential' challenge for US in a 'decisive decade', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,356 news articles covering this topic.
42% (979) are left-leaning, 41% (982) are centrist, and 17% (395) are right-leaning.
China and Russia pose the biggest challenge to international peace and stability, the Biden administration said Wednesday while formally outlining the President’s national security strategy. Left-leaning articles highlight that the strategy stresses the need for a foreign policy that balances the interests of global allies with those of middle-class Americans while right-leaning articles highlight how China continues to be the United States' "most consequential geopolitical issue" and how "seriously hazardous" Russia is as a foe.
USA Today published a centrist article about how China is the only competitor with intent and ability to tilt the global playing field, the White House says. Every president since Ronald Reagan has used a national security report to give a high-level overview of their foreign policy priorities. The Biden administration delayed rolling out its report this year because of the Ukraine crisis. Biden is consulting with Congress on whether to take action against Saudi Arabia.While the security strategy doesn't mention Saudi Arabia specifically, in the section on the Middle East, the administration encourages "energy producers to use their resources to stabilize global energy markets, while also preparing for a clean energy future and protecting American consumers."
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how the White House laid out a national security strategy Wednesday aimed at checking an ascendant China and a more assertive Russia even as it stressed that domestic investments are key to helping the U.S. compete in the critical decade ahead. The strategy stresses the need for a foreign policy that balances the interests of global allies with those of middle-class Americans. Policy-makers must "avoid the temptation to view the world solely through a competitive lens," the document says. The need for U.S. leadership is as great as it has ever been, President Joe Biden says. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the decision was "purely economic".
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that the new national security strategy is the first since March 2021. and outlines how the United States plans to advance its vital interests and pursue a "free, open, prosperous, and secure world". The strategy focuses on investing in the "underlying sources and tools of American power and influence". The strategy stresses that Russia poses an "immediate and ongoing thereat" to the regional security order in Europe. Sullivan said Russia has "flagrantly disrupted" that by invading Ukraine.
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Biden global strategy tackles China, Russia, domestic needs
Washington Post
From the center
Biden lays out national security strategy while re-evaluating Saudi relations
USA Today
Biden to reevaluate Saudi relations after OPEC cuts
White House national security spokesman John Kirby on Tuesday said President Biden is willing to immediately begin reevaluating the U.S.-Saudi relations after the country and its oil-exporting allies announced production cuts of 2 million barrels per day. While left-leaning articles point to the failed attempt to repair the Saudi-US relationship, right-leaning articles focus on the impact the rising oil prices would have on the upcoming midterm elections.
There are 2,145 news articles covering this topic. 43% (918) are left-leaning, 38% (815) are centrist, and 19% (412) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden to review U.S. ties with Saudi Arabia, White House says, Washington Post
From the center: Biden willing to reevaluate relationship with Saudi Arabia ‘right away’, The Hill
From the right: Sen. Bob Menendez calls for end to all cooperation with Saudi Arabia over OPEC+ oil cut, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,145 news articles covering this topic.
43% (918) are left-leaning, 38% (815) are centrist, and 19% (412) are right-leaning.
White House national security spokesman John Kirby on Tuesday said President Biden is willing to immediately begin reevaluating the U.S.-Saudi relations after the country and its oil-exporting allies announced production cuts of 2 million barrels per day. While left-leaning articles point to the failed attempt to repair the Saudi-US relationship, right-leaning articles focus on the impact the rising oil prices would have on the upcoming midterm elections.
The Hill published a centrist article about how the U.S. has sold weapons to Saudi Arabia and stationed U.S. troops in the country for years. The long-standing military partnership has persisted in spite of a recent "rocky relationship" after the killing of Saudi dissident and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. Sen. Menendez (D-N.J.) has called for an end to all cooperation with Saudi Arabia, including arms sales.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Sens. Robert Menendez (N.J.), Richard J. Durbin (Ill.), and Chris Murphy, among others, have suggested a number of adjustments to the U.S.-Saudi partnership, such as restricting security cooperation, cutting back on arms sales, and taking away OPEC Plus's immunity from American antitrust laws. “Clearly the Biden administration made an attempt to try to repair the relationship. I supported that effort but it failed,” Murphy said in an interview. “The whole point of looking the other way when it comes to the Saudi war in Yemen and their awful human rights record was to make sure they would pick us in the middle of an international crisis, and instead they chose the Russians.” “For a long time, Saudi Arabia was a really imperfect ally. Now, there’s a question as to whether they’re an ally at all,” Murphy added.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that President Biden believes Saudi Arabia has effectively sided with Russia's war aims in Ukraine. The decision to cut oil production could benefit Russia as its continues to wage war against Ukraine. Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez is urging the Biden administration to halt cooperation with Saudi Arabia. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-New Jersey, says he will not "green-light" any cooperation with Saudi Arabia until it changes its decision to reduce oil production. The move to scale back oil production by 2 million barrels per day could result in a rise in gas prices, which could impact the upcoming midterm elections.
From the left
Biden to review U.S. ties with Saudi Arabia, White House says
Washington Post
From the right
Sen. Bob Menendez calls for end to all cooperation with Saudi Arabia over OPEC+ oil cut
Fox News
Biden: Risk of nuclear "Armageddon" is at the highest level since the 1962
The risk of nuclear "Armageddon" is at the highest level since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, President Joe Biden said during a fundraiser Thursday for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. "We have not faced the prospect of Armageddon since Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis”. While left-leaning articles describe previous “false alarms” and how this time is different, right-leaning articles focus on both the White House response and French President Macron’s response, urging more responsible counter threats.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,821 news articles covering this topic. 24% (670) are left-leaning, 52% (1,471) are centrist, and 24% (680) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden’s scary invocation of nuclear ‘Armageddon’, Washington Post
From the center: Nuclear 'Armageddon' at highest risk since 1962, Biden says, USA Today
From the right: White House defends Biden's 'Armageddon' comment, says no indication Russia preparing to use nuclear weapons, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,821 news articles covering this topic.
24% (670) are left-leaning, 52% (1,471) are centrist, and 24% (680) are right-leaning.
The risk of nuclear "Armageddon" is at the highest level since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, President Joe Biden said during a fundraiser Thursday for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. "We have not faced the prospect of Armageddon since Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis”. While left-leaning articles describe previous “false alarms” and how this time is different, right-leaning articles focus on both the White House response and French President Macron’s response, urging more responsible counter threats.
USA Today published a centrist article about how U.S. officials have been expressing concern about the likelihood of Russia employing WMDs in Ukraine for months. However, officials claimed this week that they have not observed any modification to Russia's nuclear arsenal that would call for a modification to the alert state of American nuclear forces. Using a nuclear weapon in Ukraine would have "consequences," the United States has "been clear" to Russia about what those consequences would be, according to Jake Sullivan, the White House's national security adviser.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how according to experts, the U.S. has never voiced anything like the current level of concern that a nuclear weapon might be used. Putin is serving notice that we shouldn't treat this as a bluff, he says. In 1979 and 1980, there were multiple false alarms about potential Soviet missiles. In 1983, the Soviet Union readied nuclear-equipped planes in East Germany during a NATO exercise. The conflict in Ukraine is unique from all of them in that a country with a lot of nuclear weapons has been forced into a difficult situation (through an invasion of its own choice).
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights White House press secretary's clarification after alarming comments made by President Biden. "We have not seen any reason to adjust our own strategic nuclear posture, nor do we have indications that Russia is preparing to imminently use nuclear weapons", said Karine Jean-Pierre. French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday appeared to rebuke Biden's comments and urged Western officials to be responsible when countering the threat of nuclear warfare.
From the left
Biden’s scary invocation of nuclear ‘Armageddon’
Washington Post
Reaction to Saudi Arabia and Russia led OPEC+ oil cut
On Thursday, Congress and the administration reacted to the OPEC-plus group, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, announcement on Wednesday of a bigger than expected cut of 2 million barrels a day. “It’s clear that OPEC+ is aligning with Russia with today’s announcement. We’re dealing with a time where… the global economy is responding to Putin’s war. So by making this decision it is going to have an effect on low- and middle-economic income countries,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,326 news articles covering this topic. 34% (794) are left-leaning, 28% (650) are centrist, and 38% (882) are right-leaning.
From the left: A bump and a miss: Saudi oil cut slaps down Biden's outreach, Washington Post
From the center: Biden’s against whoever’s responsible for gas prices, The Hill
From the right: Biden: No Saudi regrets after OPEC+ cuts, won’t rule out Venezuela oil ask, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 2,326 news articles covering this topic.
34% (794) are left-leaning, 28% (650) are centrist, and 38% (882) are right-leaning
On Thursday, Congress and the administration reacted to the OPEC-plus group, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, announcement on Wednesday of a bigger than expected cut of 2 million barrels a day. “It’s clear that OPEC+ is aligning with Russia with today’s announcement. We’re dealing with a time where… the global economy is responding to Putin’s war. So by making this decision it is going to have an effect on low- and middle-economic income countries,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters.
The Hill published a centrist article about how President Biden and the White House are taking on big oil companies, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), Russia, and anyone else who might be to blame for high gas prices. Rising gas prices pose a major threat to Democratic efforts to hold onto majorities in the House and Senate. President Biden asked oil and gas companies not to raise prices. The OPEC+ decision has provided an opening for Republicans to go on the attack against President Biden's energy policies. Gas prices have risen again, with AAA reporting an average price per gallon of $3.83 nationally, up from $2.76 one week ago.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how President Joe Biden on Thursday effectively acknowledged the failure of his foreign policy interactions with the de facto leader of Saudi Arabia, the crown prince associated with human rights abuses. Biden told reporters Thursday it was “a disappointment, and it says that there are problems” in the U.S.-Saudi relationship. Sen. Dick Durbin, the second-highest ranking Democrat in the Senatehe tweeted Thursday “From unanswered questions about 9/11 & the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, to conspiring with Putin to punish the US with higher oil prices, the royal Saudi family has never been a trustworthy ally of our nation. It’s time for our foreign policy to imagine a world without their alliance.”
A right-leaning article from NY Post highlights how Biden says he doesn't regret his July trip to Saudi Arabia after the OPEC+ cartel of oil exporters cut production. The President refused to rule out turning to Venezuela's dictatorship next for help. Republicans ridiculed Biden for seeking oil from some of the world's most notorious regimes. “President Biden would rather enrich a murderous dictator than support drilling in America,” wrote Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.). “There is another way: Instead of empowering despotic regimes around the world, why don’t we pump more at home to take care of our energy security needs?” tweeted Trump administration State Department spokeswoman Morgan Ortagus.
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A bump and a miss: Saudi oil cut slaps down Biden's outreach
Washington Post
From the right
Biden: No Saudi regrets after OPEC+ cuts, won’t rule out Venezuela oil ask
New York Post
Biden tours Fort Myers, Florida, with DeSantis pledging bipartisanship on hurricane relief
During his visit to southwest Florida on Wednesday, President Joe Biden complimented Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' reaction to Hurricane Ian as "pretty remarkable." He and First Lady Jill Biden had flown down to examine the storm's damage. Left-leaning articles focus on the cordial bipartisan meeting even though Biden brought up climate change and DeSantis brought up immigration issues. Right-leaning articles focused on how the meeting comes after GOP criticism of White House's handling of Hurricane Ian.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,808 news articles covering this topic. 25% (450) are left-leaning, 26% (470) are centrist, and 49% (888) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden, DeSantis meet in Florida, pledging bipartisanship on Ian relief, Washington Post
From the center: Biden Praises DeSantis' 'Remarkable' Response to Hurricane Ian, Newsweek
From the right: Biden meets political rival DeSantis in Florida while touring Hurricane Ian destruction, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,808 news articles covering this topic.
25% (450) are left-leaning, 26% (470) are centrist, and 49% (888) are right-leaning.
During his visit to southwest Florida on Wednesday, President Joe Biden complimented Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' reaction to Hurricane Ian as "pretty remarkable." He and First Lady Jill Biden had flown down to examine the storm's damage. Left-leaning articles focus on the cordial bipartisan meeting even though Biden brought up climate change and DeSantis brought up immigration issues. Right-leaning articles focused on how the meeting comes after GOP criticism of White House's handling of Hurricane Ian.
Newsweek published a centrist article about how Joe Biden met with Florida Governor DeSantis on Wednesday to discuss hurricane debris removal, food and water distribution, and emergency shelters. The meeting marked the first face-to-face meeting between the two since a feud over DeSantis' migrant “stunt”. At least 100 people have died due to the storm, and it is expected to be one of the deadliest in decades. The governor's office emphasized that he has "no time for politics or pettiness" while dealing with the situation.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how the meeting marked a rare moment of cross-party cooperation in a political climate defined by name-calling and threats. President Joe Biden and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met for more than an hour. It was a chance for the governor to show he could be presidential, unlike his combative predecessor. The White House said Biden would put aside his political differences with DeSantis and invited Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Byron Donalds, both Republicans, to join the President on his trip. Both noted the fact that power had been restored across most of the state quickly, though their political ideologies diverged.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how the administration came under fire last week after it was revealed that Biden had not spoken to DeSantis personally as the hurricane headed into Florida. Republican lawmakers blasted the White House for allegedly snubbing the governor despite the fact that the president had spoken to a number of mayors of communities located in the storm's path. But, the controversy quickly died after Biden called DeSantis the same day.
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Biden, DeSantis meet in Florida, pledging bipartisanship on Ian relief
Washington Post
From the right
Biden meets political rival DeSantis in Florida while touring Hurricane Ian destruction
Fox News
White House keeps focus on abortion as midterms approach
On Tuesday, during a meeting of the reproductive rights task force, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other top White House officials announced new guidelines and grants to protect abortion and contraception rights. While left-leaning articles highlight the effects of the abortion bans on women and health systems around the country, right-leaning articles focus on how Democrats are making abortion the main issue in the upcoming midterms rather than the economy.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,894 news articles covering this topic. 55% (1,052) are left-leaning, 27% (504) are centrist, and 18% (338) are right-leaning.
From the left: White House keeps focus on abortion as midterms approach, Washington Post
From the center: Biden, doctors say new abortion laws have chilling impact, Reuters
From the right: CNN's Dana Bash calls abortion a 'lifeline' for some Democrats in midterm elections, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,894 news articles covering this topic.
55% (1,052) are left-leaning, 27% (504) are centrist, and 18% (338) are right-leaning.
On Tuesday, during a meeting of the reproductive rights task force, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other top White House officials announced new guidelines and grants to protect abortion and contraception rights. While left-leaning articles highlight the effect of the abortion bans on women and health systems around the country, right-leaning articles focus on how Democrats are making abortion the main issue in the upcoming midterms rather than the economy.
Reuters published a centrist article about how abortion bans have gone into effect in more than a dozen states since June, leaving nearly 30 million women of reproductive age living in states with a ban. The Supreme Court's decision "created a health care crisis in America," Vice President Harris says. "I am forced to turn away patients," Dr. Nisha Verma, an obstetrician based in Georgia, said. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona:. The Dobbs ruling has sown fear and confusion on college campuses. Officials spoke about new guidelines for universities from the Department of Education.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Democrats hope to harness anger over the issue to keep control of Congress. Biden and Harris met with doctors from around the country to discuss abortion access ahead of midterms. The event marked 100 days since Roe v. Wade was overturned. Most abortions are banned in at least 14 states following a Republican-led effort. The Education Department is reminding universities about discrimination on the basis of pregnancy. The Department of Health and Human Services will release $6 million in new funding to promote family planning services.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how CNN’s Dana Bash said abortion is a "lifeline" for Democrats, in some areas of the country. The issue has been used to motivate liberal and independent voters since Roe v. Wade's overturn. However, the economy is still the top concern for voters in areas she spoke with.
From the left
White House keeps focus on abortion as midterms approach
Washington Post
From the right
CNN's Dana Bash calls abortion a 'lifeline' for some Democrats in midterm elections
Fox News
Supreme Court to dig into claims of racial gerrymandering in Alabama
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Tuesday over whether the Voting Rights Act of 1965 requires states to take race into account when dividing towns into congressional districts. Left-leaning articles highlight the impact of the reduced power of black voters, while right-leaning articles focus on the argument that the state will be compelled to adopt the unconstitutional practice of giving preference to race when establishing election regulations.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,103 news articles covering this topic. 55% (641) are left-leaning, 36% (421) are centrist, and 9% (105) are right-leaning.
From the left: Black representation in Alabama tested before Supreme Court, Washington Post
From the center: Supreme Court to dig into claims of racial gerrymandering in Alabama, USA Today
From the right: Supreme Court on Tuesday to hear debate on alleged racial gerrymandering in Alabama redistricting plan, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,103 news articles covering this topic.
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The high court will hear oral arguments on Tuesday over whether the Voting Rights Act of 1965 requires states to take race into account when dividing towns into congressional districts. Left leaning articles highlight the impact of the reduced power of black voters while right leaning articles focus on the argument that the state will be compelled to adopt the unconstitutional practice of giving preference to race when establishing election regulations.
USA Today published a centrist article about how a choice might influence how redistricting is carried out in every state in the nation. This is the first of two cases involving election law so far this term. A little more than a year ago, the Supreme Court struck down a crucial clause of the historic 1965 Voting Rights Act, making it more difficult to prove that a change to election laws, such as reducing early voting, discriminated against minority voters. Voting rights activists are now worried that the court is about to take another stance.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights that approximately 27% of the state's population is African American, yet they only make up the majority in one district. The complaint asserts that the congressional district boundaries in Alabama undermine the voting power of Black residents. But advocates worry that a bad decision would have an impact on future redistricting lawsuits. The February vote that prohibited the use of the map during this year's elections had a majority of five conservative justices. Roberts' antipathy to the Voting Rights Act dates back a long time. If the court rules in Alabama's favour, voting districts where non-white and minority candidates have been elected may be altered.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights that the lawsuit was filed by the NAACP, Greater Birmingham Ministries, and a group of Alabama voters. The altered maps, according to the plaintiffs, reduced the power of black voters. Alabama will assert that if the complaint is successful, the state will be compelled to adopt the unconstitutional practice of giving preference to race when establishing election regulations, as the plaintiffs have accused the state of doing. Alabama appealed the lower court's ruling and the state's request was granted by the U.S. Supreme Court, enabling the current maps to continue to be used while both sides present their arguments.
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Black representation in Alabama tested before Supreme Court
Washington Post