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
Worsening Rule of Law in EU Member States: Jourova Highlights Infringement Proceedings
Vera Jourova, former EU Commissioner for Values and Transparency, highlighted a worsening rule of law situation in several EU member states before her departure in November 2024, citing infringement proceedings against countries violating press freedom and LGBTQ+ rights, contradicting Article 2 of t...
Worsening Rule of Law in EU Member States: Jourova Highlights Infringement Proceedings
Vera Jourova, former EU Commissioner for Values and Transparency, highlighted a worsening rule of law situation in several EU member states before her departure in November 2024, citing infringement proceedings against countries violating press freedom and LGBTQ+ rights, contradicting Article 2 of t...
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40% Bias Score
Corruption Cripples North Macedonia's Progress
Corruption remains a critical issue in North Macedonia, hindering public services, Euro-integration, and development; stakeholders call for increased accountability, resources, and a unified approach to combat it.
Corruption Cripples North Macedonia's Progress
Corruption remains a critical issue in North Macedonia, hindering public services, Euro-integration, and development; stakeholders call for increased accountability, resources, and a unified approach to combat it.
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36% Bias Score
Human-Rights Lawyer Robin Sully Dies at 76
Robin Sully, a Canadian human-rights lawyer, died on November 22 at age 76; for almost 20 years she led Canadian efforts to spread judicial reform and the rule of law in 28 countries, receiving numerous awards for her work.
Human-Rights Lawyer Robin Sully Dies at 76
Robin Sully, a Canadian human-rights lawyer, died on November 22 at age 76; for almost 20 years she led Canadian efforts to spread judicial reform and the rule of law in 28 countries, receiving numerous awards for her work.
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32% Bias Score
Investigation into Former EU Justice Commissioner for Money Laundering
Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is under investigation in Belgium for alleged money laundering involving lottery tickets and unexplained funds; the European Commission denies prior knowledge but offers cooperation, while critics highlight the irony given Reynders' past actions.
Investigation into Former EU Justice Commissioner for Money Laundering
Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is under investigation in Belgium for alleged money laundering involving lottery tickets and unexplained funds; the European Commission denies prior knowledge but offers cooperation, while critics highlight the irony given Reynders' past actions.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Seeks Dismissal of Georgia Charges Ahead of Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump petitioned a Georgia court to dismiss his 13 felony charges related to the 2020 election, citing his impending inauguration; this is his only remaining case eligible for trial after his other cases were dropped following his win.
Trump Seeks Dismissal of Georgia Charges Ahead of Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump petitioned a Georgia court to dismiss his 13 felony charges related to the 2020 election, citing his impending inauguration; this is his only remaining case eligible for trial after his other cases were dropped following his win.
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56% Bias Score
EU Takes Action Against Rule of Law Erosion in Member States
Věra Jourová, former EU Commissioner for Values and Transparency, highlighted the deterioration of rule of law in several EU member states, leading to infringement proceedings and the upcoming Media Freedom Act designed to protect media independence and fundamental rights.
EU Takes Action Against Rule of Law Erosion in Member States
Věra Jourová, former EU Commissioner for Values and Transparency, highlighted the deterioration of rule of law in several EU member states, leading to infringement proceedings and the upcoming Media Freedom Act designed to protect media independence and fundamental rights.
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40% Bias Score
Turkish Minister Defies Court Orders, Undermining Rule of Law
Turkish Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin repeatedly ignored court orders reinstating dismissed officials, defying judicial decisions and undermining the rule of law, as reported by Cumhuriyet columnist Barış Terkoğlu.
Turkish Minister Defies Court Orders, Undermining Rule of Law
Turkish Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin repeatedly ignored court orders reinstating dismissed officials, defying judicial decisions and undermining the rule of law, as reported by Cumhuriyet columnist Barış Terkoğlu.
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52% Bias Score
"Armenian MP Defies PM's Resignation Demand, Faces Accusations of State Secrets Leak"
"Former MP Hovig Aghazaryan refused Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's request to resign, leading to accusations of leaking state secrets and facing potential removal from his mandate; a criminal investigation into his phone seizure is underway."
"Armenian MP Defies PM's Resignation Demand, Faces Accusations of State Secrets Leak"
"Former MP Hovig Aghazaryan refused Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's request to resign, leading to accusations of leaking state secrets and facing potential removal from his mandate; a criminal investigation into his phone seizure is underway."
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52% Bias Score
Biden Pardons Son Hunter Biden Amidst Calls for Preemptive Clemency
President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, on Sunday, for two federal court cases, despite earlier statements that he would not, sparking debate and concerns about the politicization of justice, coming just 47 days before President-elect Trump's inauguration.
Biden Pardons Son Hunter Biden Amidst Calls for Preemptive Clemency
President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, on Sunday, for two federal court cases, despite earlier statements that he would not, sparking debate and concerns about the politicization of justice, coming just 47 days before President-elect Trump's inauguration.
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52% Bias Score
EU Justice Commissioner Investigated for Money Laundering
Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is under investigation for money laundering in Belgium; the European Commission denies prior knowledge and offers cooperation; the timing coincides with Ursula von der Leyen's renewed focus on strengthening the rule of law.
EU Justice Commissioner Investigated for Money Laundering
Former EU Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders is under investigation for money laundering in Belgium; the European Commission denies prior knowledge and offers cooperation; the timing coincides with Ursula von der Leyen's renewed focus on strengthening the rule of law.
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40% Bias Score
Mexican Constitutional Reforms: A Call for Citizen Accountability
The 38th Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL) showcased books detailing the weakening of Mexico's democratic institutions due to recent constitutional reforms, prompting calls for citizen oversight and accountability.
Mexican Constitutional Reforms: A Call for Citizen Accountability
The 38th Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL) showcased books detailing the weakening of Mexico's democratic institutions due to recent constitutional reforms, prompting calls for citizen oversight and accountability.
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48% Bias Score