Senate Republicans Block NLRB Confirmation, Shifting Power Balance
The Senate failed to confirm Lauren McFarren to a second term at the National Labor Relations Board by a vote of 49-50, due to opposition from Sens. Manchin and Sinema; this will allow the incoming Trump administration to nominate a replacement, altering the agency's agenda and impacting future labo...
Senate Republicans Block NLRB Confirmation, Shifting Power Balance
The Senate failed to confirm Lauren McFarren to a second term at the National Labor Relations Board by a vote of 49-50, due to opposition from Sens. Manchin and Sinema; this will allow the incoming Trump administration to nominate a replacement, altering the agency's agenda and impacting future labo...
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52% Bias Score
Trump Announces Key Appointments for Voice of America and Ambassadorship Roles
President-elect Donald Trump announced three key appointments: Kari Lake as Voice of America director, Dr. Peter Lamelas as U.S. Ambassador to Argentina, and Daniel Newlin as U.S. Ambassador to Colombia, highlighting their backgrounds and alignment with his vision for these roles.
Trump Announces Key Appointments for Voice of America and Ambassadorship Roles
President-elect Donald Trump announced three key appointments: Kari Lake as Voice of America director, Dr. Peter Lamelas as U.S. Ambassador to Argentina, and Daniel Newlin as U.S. Ambassador to Colombia, highlighting their backgrounds and alignment with his vision for these roles.
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56% Bias Score
House Passes Bill to Expand Federal Judgeships, Facing Presidential Veto
The House passed a bill to add 66 federal judgeships, a bipartisan measure delayed until after the presidential election, despite concerns about case backlogs and the president's likely veto.
House Passes Bill to Expand Federal Judgeships, Facing Presidential Veto
The House passed a bill to add 66 federal judgeships, a bipartisan measure delayed until after the presidential election, despite concerns about case backlogs and the president's likely veto.
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56% 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
CEO Murder Sparks Debate on US Healthcare
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, was arrested for the premeditated murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing the high cost of healthcare and corporate greed in a three-page manifesto found with a 3D-printed gun.
CEO Murder Sparks Debate on US Healthcare
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, was arrested for the premeditated murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, citing the high cost of healthcare and corporate greed in a three-page manifesto found with a 3D-printed gun.
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56% Bias Score
Biden-Trump National Security Cooperation Exceeds Previous Transitions
The Biden and Trump administrations are cooperating on national security matters, exceeding previous transitions in terms of information sharing and coordination on global crises, despite their public disagreements.
Biden-Trump National Security Cooperation Exceeds Previous Transitions
The Biden and Trump administrations are cooperating on national security matters, exceeding previous transitions in terms of information sharing and coordination on global crises, despite their public disagreements.
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44% Bias Score
DNC to Elect New Chair in February
The Democratic National Committee will begin the process of electing a new party chair on Thursday, with five declared candidates vying for the position. The winner will be decided on February 1st, requiring approximately 230 votes.
DNC to Elect New Chair in February
The Democratic National Committee will begin the process of electing a new party chair on Thursday, with five declared candidates vying for the position. The winner will be decided on February 1st, requiring approximately 230 votes.
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56% Bias Score
Jewish Representation in the 119th Congress: A Shift in Numbers and Political Dynamics
The 119th Congress will have 34 Jewish members (potentially 35), with a significant increase in Jewish Republicans in the House, signaling a growing Jewish presence within the GOP.
Jewish Representation in the 119th Congress: A Shift in Numbers and Political Dynamics
The 119th Congress will have 34 Jewish members (potentially 35), with a significant increase in Jewish Republicans in the House, signaling a growing Jewish presence within the GOP.
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40% Bias Score
Inconsistent Funding Threatens Nonprofits Dedicated to Protecting Voting Rights
Progressive philanthropists attempted to address inconsistent funding for nonprofits supporting voter rights and civic engagement, but many funders still prioritize short-term election-focused projects over sustained community building, potentially jeopardizing long-term democratic health.
Inconsistent Funding Threatens Nonprofits Dedicated to Protecting Voting Rights
Progressive philanthropists attempted to address inconsistent funding for nonprofits supporting voter rights and civic engagement, but many funders still prioritize short-term election-focused projects over sustained community building, potentially jeopardizing long-term democratic health.
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36% Bias Score
"Prosecutors Propose Options to Preserve Trump's Hush-Money Conviction Amidst Presidential Return"
"A New York court is deciding how to handle Donald Trump's conviction for 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, after his recent election victory; the Manhattan District Attorney's office proposed several options to keep the conviction, while Trump's ...
"Prosecutors Propose Options to Preserve Trump's Hush-Money Conviction Amidst Presidential Return"
"A New York court is deciding how to handle Donald Trump's conviction for 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, after his recent election victory; the Manhattan District Attorney's office proposed several options to keep the conviction, while Trump's ...
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40% Bias Score
"New York Prosecutor Opposes Trump's Attempts to Overturn Convictions"
"New York prosecutors oppose Donald Trump's attempts to overturn two convictions, arguing that presidential immunity doesn't apply pre-inauguration; they propose scheduling adjustments to avoid impacting his presidency."
"New York Prosecutor Opposes Trump's Attempts to Overturn Convictions"
"New York prosecutors oppose Donald Trump's attempts to overturn two convictions, arguing that presidential immunity doesn't apply pre-inauguration; they propose scheduling adjustments to avoid impacting his presidency."
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48% Bias Score
Trump Promises Expedited Permits for Billion-Dollar Energy Projects, Sparking Environmental Concerns
President-elect Trump announced expedited federal permits for energy projects over $1 billion, prompting criticism for potentially violating the National Environmental Policy Act and prioritizing corporate interests. A bipartisan permitting reform bill is pending, seeking to balance economic growth ...
Trump Promises Expedited Permits for Billion-Dollar Energy Projects, Sparking Environmental Concerns
President-elect Trump announced expedited federal permits for energy projects over $1 billion, prompting criticism for potentially violating the National Environmental Policy Act and prioritizing corporate interests. A bipartisan permitting reform bill is pending, seeking to balance economic growth ...
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52% Bias Score