FBI Director Wray to Resign; Trump Nominates Controversial Successor
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation, effective January 2025, following President Biden's first term. Attorney General Merrick Garland lauded Wray's dedication to the FBI's independence. President Trump intends to nominate Kash Patel, a controversial figure, as Wray's successor.
FBI Director Wray to Resign; Trump Nominates Controversial Successor
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation, effective January 2025, following President Biden's first term. Attorney General Merrick Garland lauded Wray's dedication to the FBI's independence. President Trump intends to nominate Kash Patel, a controversial figure, as Wray's successor.
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48% Bias Score
Biden Issues Record Number of Pardons and Commutations
President Biden issued a record 39 full pardons and commuted nearly 1500 sentences for non-violent crimes, exceeding previous single-day totals and reflecting a shift toward increased use of presidential clemency.
Biden Issues Record Number of Pardons and Commutations
President Biden issued a record 39 full pardons and commuted nearly 1500 sentences for non-violent crimes, exceeding previous single-day totals and reflecting a shift toward increased use of presidential clemency.
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36% Bias Score
"Biden Faces Pressure to Expand Immigration Protections Before Trump Inauguration"
"President Biden is under pressure from Democrats to expand protections for immigrants before President-elect Trump's inauguration, prompting internal White House discussions balancing political risks and humanitarian concerns; requests include extending TPS, expediting DACA renewals, and resolving ...
"Biden Faces Pressure to Expand Immigration Protections Before Trump Inauguration"
"President Biden is under pressure from Democrats to expand protections for immigrants before President-elect Trump's inauguration, prompting internal White House discussions balancing political risks and humanitarian concerns; requests include extending TPS, expediting DACA renewals, and resolving ...
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36% Bias Score
Biden Pardons Son Hunter, Raising Concerns About Justice System Integrity
President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for all potential crimes since 2014, raising concerns about political interference in the justice system and setting a precedent for future administrations.
Biden Pardons Son Hunter, Raising Concerns About Justice System Integrity
President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for all potential crimes since 2014, raising concerns about political interference in the justice system and setting a precedent for future administrations.
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56% Bias Score
Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons for Aides Amid Trump Retribution Threats
President Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons to protect aides and allies from potential retribution by Donald Trump, raising questions about the appropriate use of presidential power and setting a potential precedent; no decisions have been made yet.
Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons for Aides Amid Trump Retribution Threats
President Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons to protect aides and allies from potential retribution by Donald Trump, raising questions about the appropriate use of presidential power and setting a potential precedent; no decisions have been made yet.
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48% Bias Score
Biden Considers Unprecedented Preemptive Pardons for Trump's Targets
President Biden is considering unprecedented preemptive pardons for several individuals, including Dr. Anthony Fauci and Liz Cheney, who are potential targets of Donald Trump's promised "revenge" following the November election, raising concerns about the integrity of the justice system and the rule...
Biden Considers Unprecedented Preemptive Pardons for Trump's Targets
President Biden is considering unprecedented preemptive pardons for several individuals, including Dr. Anthony Fauci and Liz Cheney, who are potential targets of Donald Trump's promised "revenge" following the November election, raising concerns about the integrity of the justice system and the rule...
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52% Bias Score
Biden Grants Clemency to 1,500+ in Major Presidential Action
President Biden commuted the sentences of almost 1,500 people and pardoned 39 for non-violent crimes, emphasizing rehabilitation and community reintegration, weeks before leaving office.
Biden Grants Clemency to 1,500+ in Major Presidential Action
President Biden commuted the sentences of almost 1,500 people and pardoned 39 for non-violent crimes, emphasizing rehabilitation and community reintegration, weeks before leaving office.
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40% Bias Score
House Passes JUDGES Act; Biden Vows Veto
The House passed the JUDGES Act, authorizing 63 new federal judgeships over 10 years; President Biden plans to veto it, citing partisan motivations and concerns about timing, despite initial bipartisan support.
House Passes JUDGES Act; Biden Vows Veto
The House passed the JUDGES Act, authorizing 63 new federal judgeships over 10 years; President Biden plans to veto it, citing partisan motivations and concerns about timing, despite initial bipartisan support.
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52% Bias Score
Advocates Urge Biden to Commute Federal Death Row Sentences
Pope Francis and various advocacy groups are urging President Biden to commute death sentences for the 40 men on federal death row, citing racial bias, execution of vulnerable individuals, lack of deterrence, and high costs, amid concerns of a potential resurgence under a future Trump administration...
Advocates Urge Biden to Commute Federal Death Row Sentences
Pope Francis and various advocacy groups are urging President Biden to commute death sentences for the 40 men on federal death row, citing racial bias, execution of vulnerable individuals, lack of deterrence, and high costs, amid concerns of a potential resurgence under a future Trump administration...
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40% Bias Score
Biden Pardons Son Hunter Following Clyburn's Intervention
President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for three felony charges stemming from a 2018 false statement on a gun purchase application, influenced significantly by Representative Jim Clyburn's persuasion, despite prior statements to the contrary.
Biden Pardons Son Hunter Following Clyburn's Intervention
President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for three felony charges stemming from a 2018 false statement on a gun purchase application, influenced significantly by Representative Jim Clyburn's persuasion, despite prior statements to the contrary.
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44% Bias Score
Biden Weighs Preemptive Pardons to Shield Allies from Trump
President Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons to officials and allies fearing unjust targeting by President-elect Trump's administration, a novel use of presidential power to protect against potentially politically motivated investigations, even without charges.
Biden Weighs Preemptive Pardons to Shield Allies from Trump
President Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons to officials and allies fearing unjust targeting by President-elect Trump's administration, a novel use of presidential power to protect against potentially politically motivated investigations, even without charges.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons Amidst Fears of Trump Retribution
The Biden administration is considering preemptive pardons for individuals at risk of politically motivated prosecutions by Donald Trump, a move mirroring the pardon of Hunter Biden and raising concerns about legal precedent and potential escalation.
Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons Amidst Fears of Trump Retribution
The Biden administration is considering preemptive pardons for individuals at risk of politically motivated prosecutions by Donald Trump, a move mirroring the pardon of Hunter Biden and raising concerns about legal precedent and potential escalation.
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60% Bias Score