Poll Shows Low Confidence in DOJ, FBI Impartiality Under Trump
An AP-NORC poll reveals that only 20% of U.S. adults are highly confident in the Justice Department and FBI's impartiality under Trump's second term; this lack of trust extends to some Republicans and reflects concerns about the president's choice of loyalists and the negative public perception of s...
Poll Shows Low Confidence in DOJ, FBI Impartiality Under Trump
An AP-NORC poll reveals that only 20% of U.S. adults are highly confident in the Justice Department and FBI's impartiality under Trump's second term; this lack of trust extends to some Republicans and reflects concerns about the president's choice of loyalists and the negative public perception of s...
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52% Bias Score
California Stalls Diesel Emission Rules Amid Trump Administration Opposition
California withdrew its requests for federal approval of stricter emissions rules for diesel-powered semi-trucks and locomotives due to the incoming Trump administration's opposition and the EPA's inaction, delaying the state's efforts to curb pollution and improve air quality.
California Stalls Diesel Emission Rules Amid Trump Administration Opposition
California withdrew its requests for federal approval of stricter emissions rules for diesel-powered semi-trucks and locomotives due to the incoming Trump administration's opposition and the EPA's inaction, delaying the state's efforts to curb pollution and improve air quality.
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40% Bias Score
Ukraine Defends Against Russian Advance Amidst Uncertain US Support and Peace Prospects
One week before Donald Trump's potential return to the White House, Ukraine's military is on the defensive against Russia's advance in Donetsk, facing uncertainty about continued Western military aid and the prospects for peace negotiations.
Ukraine Defends Against Russian Advance Amidst Uncertain US Support and Peace Prospects
One week before Donald Trump's potential return to the White House, Ukraine's military is on the defensive against Russia's advance in Donetsk, facing uncertainty about continued Western military aid and the prospects for peace negotiations.
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44% Bias Score
Thune Selects Four Advisors to Shape Senate Republican Leadership
Senate Majority Leader John Thune appointed Senators Marsha Blackburn, Steve Daines, Markwayne Mullin, and John Cornyn to an informal advisory team to help shape his leadership and advance the Republican agenda in the Senate, mirroring a similar practice by former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConn...
Thune Selects Four Advisors to Shape Senate Republican Leadership
Senate Majority Leader John Thune appointed Senators Marsha Blackburn, Steve Daines, Markwayne Mullin, and John Cornyn to an informal advisory team to help shape his leadership and advance the Republican agenda in the Senate, mirroring a similar practice by former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConn...
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64% Bias Score
Hegseth's Contentious Defense Secretary Confirmation Hearing
Pete Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense on Tuesday involved accusations of sexual impropriety, alcohol abuse, and mismanagement of veterans' nonprofits; Democrats expressed strong concerns, while Republicans suggested his unconventional background could be beneficial; the...
Hegseth's Contentious Defense Secretary Confirmation Hearing
Pete Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense on Tuesday involved accusations of sexual impropriety, alcohol abuse, and mismanagement of veterans' nonprofits; Democrats expressed strong concerns, while Republicans suggested his unconventional background could be beneficial; the...
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56% Bias Score
Hegseth Faces Contentious Confirmation Hearing Amidst Allegations
Donald Trump's Pentagon nominee, Pete Hegseth, faced a heated Senate confirmation hearing, where he denied allegations of sexual assault and misconduct while proposing to eliminate diversity programs and refocus the military on combat readiness; the hearing exposed deep partisan divisions.
Hegseth Faces Contentious Confirmation Hearing Amidst Allegations
Donald Trump's Pentagon nominee, Pete Hegseth, faced a heated Senate confirmation hearing, where he denied allegations of sexual assault and misconduct while proposing to eliminate diversity programs and refocus the military on combat readiness; the hearing exposed deep partisan divisions.
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60% Bias Score
Trump Nominees Face Senate Grilling Amid Calls for Reform
On Wednesday, the Senate held confirmation hearings for six of Donald Trump's nominees, including Pam Bondi for Attorney General, Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, John Ratcliffe for CIA Director, and Sean Duffy for Transportation Secretary; key issues raised include concerns about political bias ...
Trump Nominees Face Senate Grilling Amid Calls for Reform
On Wednesday, the Senate held confirmation hearings for six of Donald Trump's nominees, including Pam Bondi for Attorney General, Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, John Ratcliffe for CIA Director, and Sean Duffy for Transportation Secretary; key issues raised include concerns about political bias ...
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52% Bias Score
US Inflation Rises to 2.9% in December
US inflation rose to 2.9% in December 2024, exceeding the Federal Reserve's target, driven by higher food and energy prices; however, economists predict a return to lower inflation in 2025, with the caveat that President-elect Trump's policies could reverse this trend.
US Inflation Rises to 2.9% in December
US inflation rose to 2.9% in December 2024, exceeding the Federal Reserve's target, driven by higher food and energy prices; however, economists predict a return to lower inflation in 2025, with the caveat that President-elect Trump's policies could reverse this trend.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Cabinet Nominees Face Crucial Senate Confirmation Hearings
President-elect Donald Trump's numerous Cabinet nominees will undergo Senate confirmation hearings this week, a process that will determine their suitability and impact the structure of his incoming administration. Key nominees include Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Pete Hegseth for ...
Trump Cabinet Nominees Face Crucial Senate Confirmation Hearings
President-elect Donald Trump's numerous Cabinet nominees will undergo Senate confirmation hearings this week, a process that will determine their suitability and impact the structure of his incoming administration. Key nominees include Senator Marco Rubio for Secretary of State and Pete Hegseth for ...
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40% Bias Score
DALE Program Protects Undocumented Workers, Faces Uncertain Future
The Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE) program has provided deportation protection and work authorization to nearly 8,000 undocumented workers in exchange for reporting workplace abuse, resulting in over \$3.6 million in back wages and damages recovered in one case; however, the program's ...
DALE Program Protects Undocumented Workers, Faces Uncertain Future
The Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE) program has provided deportation protection and work authorization to nearly 8,000 undocumented workers in exchange for reporting workplace abuse, resulting in over \$3.6 million in back wages and damages recovered in one case; however, the program's ...
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48% Bias Score
Biden Administration's Pandemic Report Highlights Preparedness Efforts Amidst Trump's Planned Cuts
The Biden administration published a report detailing its pandemic response efforts, including vaccination programs and disease surveillance, while the incoming Trump administration plans cuts to these programs, raising concerns among public health experts about future pandemic preparedness.
Biden Administration's Pandemic Report Highlights Preparedness Efforts Amidst Trump's Planned Cuts
The Biden administration published a report detailing its pandemic response efforts, including vaccination programs and disease surveillance, while the incoming Trump administration plans cuts to these programs, raising concerns among public health experts about future pandemic preparedness.
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40% Bias Score
Biden Removes Cuba from State Sponsor of Terrorism List
The Biden administration lifted Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism on Tuesday, reversing a Trump-era policy and prompting immediate criticism from Republicans while some human rights groups and 35 former world leaders celebrated the move; the Cuban government is expected to free poli...
Biden Removes Cuba from State Sponsor of Terrorism List
The Biden administration lifted Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism on Tuesday, reversing a Trump-era policy and prompting immediate criticism from Republicans while some human rights groups and 35 former world leaders celebrated the move; the Cuban government is expected to free poli...
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56% Bias Score