January 2025
February 2025
Four Israeli Soldiers Released After 477 Days in Gaza
Four Israeli soldiers, captured during a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, were released after 477 days of captivity in a staged event broadcast on Al Jazeera; one soldier died, and one remains captive.
Four Israeli Soldiers Released After 477 Days in Gaza
Four Israeli soldiers, captured during a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, were released after 477 days of captivity in a staged event broadcast on Al Jazeera; one soldier died, and one remains captive.
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68% Bias Score
ICE Denied Entry to Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, ICE agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by school officials who followed CPS protocols to protect students and staff, highlighting the conflict between federal immigration enforcement and local efforts to create welcoming environments for ...
ICE Denied Entry to Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, ICE agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by school officials who followed CPS protocols to protect students and staff, highlighting the conflict between federal immigration enforcement and local efforts to create welcoming environments for ...
Progress
56% Bias Score
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has blocked purchasing at the NIH, halting essential supplies for research and jeopardizing ongoing studies; researchers fear contract renewals will also be affected, creating further instability.
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has blocked purchasing at the NIH, halting essential supplies for research and jeopardizing ongoing studies; researchers fear contract renewals will also be affected, creating further instability.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Trump Administration Expands "Expedited Removal" for Undocumented Immigrants
The Trump administration expanded "expedited removal," a fast-track deportation process, to include undocumented immigrants nationwide who cannot prove two years of continuous U.S. residence, bypassing judicial review and leading to immediate deportations.
Trump Administration Expands "Expedited Removal" for Undocumented Immigrants
The Trump administration expanded "expedited removal," a fast-track deportation process, to include undocumented immigrants nationwide who cannot prove two years of continuous U.S. residence, bypassing judicial review and leading to immediate deportations.
Progress
44% Bias Score
ICE Access Denied at Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, November 17, 2023, unidentified law enforcement agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago, but were denied access by school officials who followed established protocols and contacted CPS legal and safety departments; ICE denied involvement.
ICE Access Denied at Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, November 17, 2023, unidentified law enforcement agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago, but were denied access by school officials who followed established protocols and contacted CPS legal and safety departments; ICE denied involvement.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Target Ends DEI Programs Amidst Political and Public Backlash
Target ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) initiatives, in response to political pressure and mixed public reactions, sparking controversy over its impact on the company's diverse workforce and customer base.
Target Ends DEI Programs Amidst Political and Public Backlash
Target ended its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including its Racial Equity Action and Change (REACH) initiatives, in response to political pressure and mixed public reactions, sparking controversy over its impact on the company's diverse workforce and customer base.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Release of Four Israeli Soldiers After 477 Days of Hamas Captivity
Four Israeli female soldiers, captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, during a large-scale attack, were released after 477 days of captivity in a highly publicized event orchestrated by Hamas as propaganda; the incident sparked intense criticism of the Israeli military's response and led to the resign...
Release of Four Israeli Soldiers After 477 Days of Hamas Captivity
Four Israeli female soldiers, captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023, during a large-scale attack, were released after 477 days of captivity in a highly publicized event orchestrated by Hamas as propaganda; the incident sparked intense criticism of the Israeli military's response and led to the resign...
Progress
52% Bias Score
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has halted purchasing at the NIH, affecting ongoing research and potentially compromising studies due to lack of essential supplies like test tubes, medication, and animal feed; researchers fear job losses and compromised research results.
NIH Research Halted by Trump Administration's Communications Pause
The Trump administration's communications pause has halted purchasing at the NIH, affecting ongoing research and potentially compromising studies due to lack of essential supplies like test tubes, medication, and animal feed; researchers fear job losses and compromised research results.
Progress
52% Bias Score
CIA: COVID-19 Likely Originated from Lab Leak
The CIA now assesses a lab leak as the more likely origin of COVID-19, reversing its previous neutral stance based on a review of existing intelligence, though with low confidence, creating further tension with China.
CIA: COVID-19 Likely Originated from Lab Leak
The CIA now assesses a lab leak as the more likely origin of COVID-19, reversing its previous neutral stance based on a review of existing intelligence, though with low confidence, creating further tension with China.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Supreme Court to Decide on Public Funding for Religious Charter Schools
The Supreme Court will decide whether states can refuse public funding to religious charter schools, after Oklahoma denied funding to St. Isidore Catholic Virtual School, sparking a nationwide debate on religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
Supreme Court to Decide on Public Funding for Religious Charter Schools
The Supreme Court will decide whether states can refuse public funding to religious charter schools, after Oklahoma denied funding to St. Isidore Catholic Virtual School, sparking a nationwide debate on religious freedom and the separation of church and state.
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48% Bias Score
ICE Denies Attempted Entry into Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, agents, mistakenly identified as ICE, attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by staff following CPS protocols prioritizing student safety; ICE denied involvement.
ICE Denies Attempted Entry into Chicago Elementary School
On Friday, agents, mistakenly identified as ICE, attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School in Chicago but were denied access by staff following CPS protocols prioritizing student safety; ICE denied involvement.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Senate to Confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary Amidst Misconduct Allegations
The Senate is poised to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary despite allegations of sexual assault and abusive behavior, prioritizing his commitment to a "warrior culture" at the Pentagon over these concerns; the vote is expected late Friday.
Senate to Confirm Hegseth as Defense Secretary Amidst Misconduct Allegations
The Senate is poised to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary despite allegations of sexual assault and abusive behavior, prioritizing his commitment to a "warrior culture" at the Pentagon over these concerns; the vote is expected late Friday.
Progress
60% Bias Score