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Pressley Offering Measure Condemning Boebert
Representative Ayanna Pressley is offering a resolution condemning Representative Lauren Boebert’s use of Islamaphobic rhetoric that would also remove her from her current committee assignments. While left-leaning articles highlight that Pressley’s resolution comes amid mounting pressure by House Democrats for Boebert to be reprimanded for her Islamophobic attacks, right-leaning articles highlight that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took a shot at Boebert on Twitter after the Republican shared a holiday photo of her family holding guns.
There are 1103 news articles covering this topic. 25% (277) are left leaning, 33% (368) are center, and 42% (458) are right leaning.
From the left: Pressley introduces resolution to strip Boebert of committee assignments, The Washington Post
From the center: Pressley offering measure condemning Boebert, The Hill
From the right: AOC rips Boebert for sharing photo of kids with guns, says Republicans erasing Christmas' meaning, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1103 news articles covering this topic. 25% (277) are left leaning, 33% (368) are center, and 42% (458) are right leaning.
Representative Ayanna Pressley is offering a resolution condemning Representative Lauren Boebert’s use of Islamaphobic rhetoric that would also remove her from her current committee assignments. While left-leaning articles highlight that Pressley’s resolution comes amid mounting pressure by House Democrats for Boebert to be reprimanded for her Islamophobic attacks, right-leaning articles highlight that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took a shot at Boebert on Twitter after the Republican shared a holiday photo of her family holding guns.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Pressley’s resolution comes amid mounting pressure by House Democrats for Boebert to be reprimanded for her Islamophobic attacks. Pressley hopes the action forces House Democratic leadership to punish the lawmaker before the end of the year
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the effort follows widespread criticism of a joke offered by Boebert, who compared Omar to a terrorist. It’s not clear whether the move will have the support of Democratic leaders in the House.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took a shot at Boebert on Twitter early Wednesday morning after the Republican shared a holiday photo of her family holding guns. Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., also faced backlash for a photo of him and his family posing with various rifles days after a school shooting in Michigan.
From the left
Pressley introduces resolution to strip Boebert of committee assignments
The Washington Post
U.S. House Passes Bill to Speed Passage of Debt Limit Increase
On Tuesday, The U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure allowing Congress to fast-track legislation raising the federal government's debt limit and stave off a potential unprecedented default. While left-leaning articles highlight that the House passed legislation overwhelmingly along party lines, right-leaning articles highlight that the House passed legislation late Tuesday that will pave the way for Democrats to unilaterally raise the nation’s borrowing limit.
There are 1524 news articles covering this topic. 75% (1149) are left leaning, 17% (254) are center, and 8% (121) are right leaning.
From the left: Congressional leaders reach deal to hike debt limit, The Washington Post
From the center: U.S. House passes bill to speed passage of debt limit increase, Reuters
From the right: House passes measure clearing way for Democrats to raise debt limit, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1524 news articles covering this topic. 75% (1149) are left leaning, 17% (254) are center, and 8% (121) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, The U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure allowing Congress to fast-track legislation raising the federal government's debt limit and stave off a potential unprecedented default. While left-leaning articles highlight that the House passed legislation overwhelmingly along party lines, right-leaning articles highlight that the House passed legislation late Tuesday that will pave the way for Democrats to unilaterally raise the nation’s borrowing limit.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the House passed legislation overwhelmingly along party lines. Congress approved a $480 billion increase in the nation’s debt limit in October.
Reuters published a centrist article reporting that the measure allows Congress to fast-track legislation raising the federal government's debt limit and stave off a potential unprecedented default. The Senate is expected to take up the measure on Thursday.
A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that the House passed legislation late Tuesday that will pave the way for Democrats to unilaterally raise the nation’s borrowing limit. The House passed the bill after weeks of negotiations in the Senate, where Republicans have refused to support a long-term increase in the debt limit.
From the right
House passes measure clearing way for Democrats to raise debt limit
Washington Examiner
Trump ex-chief of staff Meadows ends cooperation with Capitol riot panel
Mark Meadows, former President Donald Trump’s White House chief of staff has decided not to cooperate with the congressional committee investigating the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot. While left-leaning articles highlight that committee leaders blasted Meadows on Tuesday afternoon for his about-face, right-leaning articles highlight that the House Jan. 6th Select Committee warned Mark Meadows Tuesday that it will cite him for contempt if he does not appear.
There are 730 news articles covering this topic. 58% (422) are left leaning, 30% (219) are center, and 12% (89) are right leaning.
From the left: Jan. 6 committee threatens contempt action after Mark Meadows says he will not attend deposition after all, The Washington Post
From the center: Trump ex-chief of staff Meadows ends cooperation with Capitol riot panel, Reuters
From the right: Jan. 6 committee vows contempt proceedings if Mark Meadows fails to appear, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 730 news articles covering this topic. 58% (422) are left leaning, 30% (219) are center, and 12% (89) are right leaning.
Mark Meadows, former President Donald Trump’s White House chief of staff has decided not to cooperate with the congressional committee investigating the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot. While left-leaning articles highlight that committee leaders blasted Meadows on Tuesday afternoon for his about-face, right-leaning articles highlight that the House Jan. 6th Select Committee warned Mark Meadows Tuesday that it will cite him for contempt if he does not appear.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that committee leaders blasted Meadows on Tuesday afternoon for his about-face. Thompson and Cheney added that the Jan. 6 committee has many questions for Meadows that would fall outside any claims of executive privilege.
Reuters published a centrist article reporting that the pandel said it is prepared to pursue contempt charges against him. Representative Bennie Thompson said in a statement that the panel would take action if Meadows fails to show up for a deposition scheduled for Wednesday.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the House Jan. 6th Select Committee warned Mark Meadows Tuesday that it will cite him for contempt if he does not appear. According to Chairman Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss., and Vice Chair Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., the committee "has numerous questions" for Meadows about "records he has turned over to the Committee with no claim of privilege.”
From the left
The Washington Post
Biden warns Putin against Ukraine invasion
On Tuesday, President Biden held a video call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. While left-leaning articles highlight that U.S. intelligence believes the Kremlin is planning a multi-front offensive against its smaller neighbor involving up to 175,000 troops, right-leaning articles highlight that the White House said Biden voiced "deep concerns" that the U.S. and its European allies share regarding Russia’s military buildup along the Ukrainian border.
There are 2823 news articles covering this topic. 30% (854) are left leaning, 38% (1064) are center, and 32% (905) are right leaning.
From the left: As Biden calls Putin, threat of Russian invasion of Ukraine mounts, The Washington Post
From the center: Biden warns Putin he'll face tough sanctions if Russia invades Ukraine, NPR
From the right: Biden voices 'deep concerns' with Putin on Russian aggression against Ukraine, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2823 news articles covering this topic. 30% (854) are left leaning, 38% (1064) are center, and 32% (905) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, President Biden held a video call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. While left-leaning articles highlight that U.S. intelligence believes the Kremlin is planning a multi-front offensive against its smaller neighbor involving up to 175,000 troops, right-leaning articles highlight that the White House said Biden voiced "deep concerns" that the U.S. and its European allies share regarding Russia’s military buildup along the Ukrainian border.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that U.S. intelligence believes the Kremlin is planning a multi-front offensive against its smaller neighbor involving up to 175,000 troops. Kremlin officials have stressed that the issues in the relationship between the United States and Russia have been brewing for some time
NPR published a centrist article reporting that Biden warned Putin that if he decides to invade Ukraine, the United States and European allies are ready to make Moscow pay. It's estimated nearly 100,000 Russian troops have been amassed at Russia's border with Ukraine.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the White House said Biden voiced "deep concerns" that the U.S. and its European allies share regarding Russia’s military buildup along the Ukrainian border. The administration has yet to release any specific details on what economic tactics it will use first in the event of military escalation.
White House Boycotts Beijing Winter Olympics
On Monday, the Biden administration said it will not send an official U.S. delegation to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. While left-leaning articles highlight that China has vowed to greet the U.S.’s protests with “firm countermeasures,” right-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said the United States "will not be contributing to the fanfare of the games."
There are 1425 news articles covering this topic. 44% (627) are left leaning, 30% (425) are center, and 26% (373) are right leaning.
From the left: US plans diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics, Boston Globe
From the center: OnPolitics: White House to boycott Beijing Winter Olympics, USA Today
From the right: Biden administration will not send any official representation to 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, Psaki says, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1425 news articles covering this topic. 44% (627) are left leaning, 30% (425) are center, and 26% (373) are right leaning.
On Monday, the Biden administration said it will not send an official U.S. delegation to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. While left-leaning articles highlight that China has vowed to greet the U.S.’s protests with “firm countermeasures,” right-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said the United States "will not be contributing to the fanfare of the games."
A left-leaning article by Boston Globe highlights that China has vowed to greet the U.S.’s protests with “firm countermeasures.” The administration said that Biden intends to use the convening “to announce both individual and collective commitments.”
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that the Biden administration is planning on launching a “diplomatic boycott” aimed at rebuking China over its human rights abuses. The decision comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Beijing.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said the athletes on Team USA "have our full support," but an official delegation will not travel to the games. Psaki said the United States "will not be contributing to the fanfare of the games."
David Perdue Running for Georgia Governor
On Monday, Republican David Perdue announced he will be running for governor of Georgia. While left-leaning articles highlight that it is unclear how Perdue will make Kemp’s and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s handling of the 2020 election a key issue, right-leaning articles highlight that in a video announcing his campaign, Perdue added that Brian Kemp “has failed all of us and cannot win in November.”
There are 1459 news articles covering this topic. 29% (419) are left leaning, 48% (697) are center, and 23% (343) are right leaning.
From the left: David Perdue’s wink-and-nod campaign on voter fraud, The Washington Post
From the center: David Perdue Running for Georgia Governor to Make Sure Stacey Abrams 'Never' Holds Office, Newsweek
From the right: GOP former Sen. David Perdue announces bid for Georgia governor, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 1362 news articles covering this topic. 57% (775) are left leaning, 30% (413) are center, and 13% (174) are right leaning.
On Monday, Republican David Perdue announced he will be running for governor of Georgia. While left-leaning articles highlight that it is unclear how Perdue will make Kemp’s and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s handling of the 2020 election a key issue, right-leaning articles highlight that in a video announcing his campaign, Perdue added that Brian Kemp “has failed all of us and cannot win in November.”
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that it is unclear how Perdue will make Kemp’s and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger’s handling of the 2020 election a key issue. Last month, Perdue was also angling for a Kemp primary without specificity.
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that Perdue said he will be challenging GOP incumbent Brian Kemp. Perdue lost his reelection to the U.S. Senate last year.
A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that in a video announcing his campaign, Perdue added that Brian Kemp “has failed all of us and cannot win in November.” Trump formally endorsed Perdue in a Monday night statement.
From the center
David Perdue Running for Georgia Governor to Make Sure Stacey Abrams 'Never' Holds Office
Newsweek
Joe Biden's America's Winter COVID Plan
President Joe Biden has unveiled his administration’s winter plan to tackle COVID-19. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden administration said it was “pulling out all the stops” with a package announced Thursday, right-leaning articles highlight that Fox News contributor Jonathan Turley examined recent legal setbacks for the Biden administration.
There are 1459 news articles covering this topic. 29% (419) are left leaning, 48% (697) are center, and 23% (343) are right leaning.
From the left: Those new covid measures Biden announced? Europe’s been doing that and more for a while., The Washington Post
From the center: Joe Biden's 5 Key Points on America's Winter COVID Plan, Newsweek
From the right: Biden admin’s Covid plans getting hammered in courts: Jonathan Turley, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1459 news articles covering this topic. 29% (419) are left leaning, 48% (697) are center, and 23% (343) are right leaning.
President Joe Biden has unveiled his administration’s winter plan to tackle COVID-19. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden administration said it was “pulling out all the stops” with a package announced Thursday, right-leaning articles highlight that Fox News contributor Jonathan Turley examined recent legal setbacks for the Biden administration.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the Biden administration said it was “pulling out all the stops” with a package announced Thursday. Some of the key provisions just allow the United States to catch up to what other countries have been doing for months
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that Biden reaffirmed that the plan "doesn't include shutdowns or lockdowns" but would be vaccine- and testing-led. Biden also outlined what he called "five key actions" the administration will take.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Fox News contributor Jonathan Turley examined recent legal setbacks for the Biden administration. Turley said the court rulings have amounted to "quite a litany of losses."
From the left
Those new covid measures Biden announced? Europe’s been doing that and more for a while.
The Washington Post
Biden Signs Bill Averting Government Shutdown
On Friday, President Biden signed a short-term funding bill. While left-leaning articles highlight that the funding bill passed the Senate on a bipartisan 69-to-28 vote, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden went on to call on Congress to “use the time” bought by the short-term spending bill to pass so-called omnibus spending measures.
There are 1989 news articles covering this topic. 41% (810) are left leaning, 40% (798) are center, and 19% (381) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden signs bill to fund the government through Feb. 18, averting a shutdown, The Washington Post
From the center: Biden signs bill averting government shutdown, The Hill
From the right: Biden signs stopgap funding bill to keep government running until mid-February, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 1989 news articles covering this topic. 41% (810) are left leaning, 40% (798) are center, and 19% (381) are right leaning.
On Friday, President Biden signed a short-term funding bill. While left-leaning articles highlight that the funding bill passed the Senate on a bipartisan 69-to-28 vote, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden went on to call on Congress to “use the time” bought by the short-term spending bill to pass so-called omnibus spending measures.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the funding bill passed the Senate on a bipartisan 69-to-28 vote late Thursday evening. The measure covers key federal agencies and programs until February.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that a group of conservatives in the House and Senate had threatened the fate of the legislation. The bill funds government operations through Feb. 18.
A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that Biden went on to call on Congress to “use the time” bought by the short-term spending bill to pass so-called omnibus spending measures. Biden said that funding the government is “the bare minimum of what we need to get done.”
From the left
Biden signs bill to fund the government through Feb. 18, averting a shutdown
The Washington Post
From the right
Biden signs stopgap funding bill to keep government running until mid-February
New York Post
Senate Passes Stopgap Funding Bill, Avoiding Shutdown
On Thursday, the Senate passed a stopgap spending bill that avoids a short-term shutdown. While left-leaning articles highlight that House and Senate lawmakers narrowly averted a shutdown after some Republicans sought to seize on the imminent fiscal deadline to fight Biden over his vaccine policies, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden said he doesn’t believe the federal government will shut down this weekend.
There are 1433 news articles covering this topic. 45% (646) are left leaning, 36% (522) are center, and 19% (265) are right leaning.
From the left: Congress passes stopgap spending bill, averting shutdown despite GOP revolt on vaccine requirements, The Washington Post
From the center: Senate passes stopgap funding bill, avoiding shutdown, AP News
From the right: Biden predicts government shutdown won’t happen, Washington Times
We ran the numbers: There are 1433 news articles covering this topic. 45% (646) are left leaning, 36% (522) are center, and 19% (265) are right leaning.
On Thursday, the Senate passed a stopgap spending bill that avoids a short-term shutdown. While left-leaning articles highlight that House and Senate lawmakers narrowly averted a shutdown after some Republicans sought to seize on the imminent fiscal deadline to fight Biden over his vaccine policies, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden said he doesn’t believe the federal government will shut down this weekend.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that House and Senate lawmakers narrowly averted a shutdown after some Republicans sought to seize on the imminent fiscal deadline to fight Biden over his vaccine policies. The two successful evening votes spelled an end to a brief yet tense period that would have brought Washington to a halt come Saturday morning.
AP News published a centrist article reporting that the bill funds the federal government through February 18. The measure now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law.
A right-leaning article by Washington Times highlights that Biden said he doesn’t believe the federal government will shut down this weekend, despite mounting resistance from Republicans on a spending deal. Biden added he has spoken with Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.
From the left
Congress passes stopgap spending bill, averting shutdown despite GOP revolt on vaccine requirements
The Washington Post
Omicron Cases Detected in New York
On Thursday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that five cases of the COVID-19 omicron variant have been detected in New York. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden announced an array of measures Thursday to protect Americans from a potential winter surge of coronavirus infections, right-leaning articles highlight that Omicron is classified by the World Health Organization as a "variant of concern.”
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From the left: Biden pledges to fight new variant ‘with science and speed,’ as omicron cases multiply and winter outlook worsens, The Washington Post
From the center: Five omicron cases detected in New York, The Hill
From the right: New York confirms 5 cases of the omicron coronavirus variant, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3315 news articles covering this topic. 31% (1038) are left leaning, 44% (1446) are center, and 25% (831) are right leaning.
On Thursday, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that five cases of the COVID-19 omicron variant have been detected in New York. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden announced an array of measures Thursday to protect Americans from a potential winter surge of coronavirus infections, right-leaning articles highlight that Omicron is classified by the World Health Organization as a "variant of concern.”
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden announced an array of measures Thursday to protect Americans from a potential winter surge of coronavirus infections. The president’s plan includes campaigns to increase vaccinations and booster shots.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that New York is now the fourth state to detect a case of the new variant. New York follows California, Minnesota and Colorado.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Omicron is classified by the World Health Organization as a "variant of concern.” Scientists are working to determine how it may compare with the predominant delta variant in terms of transmissibility.
From the left
The Washington Post
Jan. 6 Panel to Vote on Contempt Against Former DOJ Official
On Wednesday, the House panel investigating the January 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection voted to pursue contempt charges against Jeffrey Clark, a former Justice Department official who refused to answer the committee’s questions. While left-leaning articles highlight that the committee voted 9-0 to pursue criminal charges against Clark, right-leaning articles highlight that Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Jan. 6 committee issued a subpoena based on blatant lies.
There are 1703 news articles covering this topic. 30% (519) are left leaning, 35% (590) are center, and 35% (594) are right leaning.
From the left: Jan. 6 panel votes to hold former DOJ official in contempt, The Washington Post
From the center: Pence: 'I know I did the right thing' on Jan. 6, The Hill
From the right: Pelosi's Jan. 6 committee lacks integrity, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1703 news articles covering this topic. 30% (519) are left leaning, 35% (590) are center, and 35% (594) are right leaning.
On Wednesday, the House panel investigating the January 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection voted to pursue contempt charges against Jeffrey Clark, a former Justice Department official who refused to answer the committee’s questions. While left-leaning articles highlight that the committee voted 9-0 to pursue criminal charges against Clark, right-leaning articles highlight that Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Jan. 6 committee issued a subpoena based on blatant lies.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the committee voted 9-0 to pursue criminal charges against Clark. The recommendation of criminal contempt charges against Clark will now go to the full House for a vote.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that former Vice President Mike Pence said he believes he “did the right thing” when he certified the results of the 2020 presidential election in January. He added that although he had some concerns with the vote, his oath of office required him to protect and defend the Constitution.
A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Jan. 6 committee issued a subpoena based on blatant lies. The article argues that Pelosi’s lies include stacking the committee with Trump-haters and belligerently biased members of Congress.
Supreme Court Reconsiders Roe v. Wade
On Wednesday, a Supreme Court hearing over Mississippi’s 15-week abortion ban suggested the conservative-majority court is willing to place new restrictions on abortion. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Supreme Court signaled it is on the verge of a major curtailment of abortion rights in the United States, right-leaning articles highlight that the justices alternated between examining the legal standards for abortion laws based on interests of women and protecting potential life.
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From the left: Supreme Court seems inclined to uphold Mississippi abortion law that would undermine Roe v. Wade, The Washington Post
From the center: Five revealing quotes from Supreme Court abortion case, The Hill
From the right: Supreme Court abortion case: Justices grill lawyers on precedent, fetal viability, constitutional rights, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1629 news articles covering this topic. 46% (752) are left leaning, 38% (625) are center, and 16% (252) are right leaning.
On Wednesday, a Supreme Court hearing over Mississippi’s 15-week abortion ban suggested the conservative-majority court is willing to place new restrictions on abortion. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Supreme Court signaled it is on the verge of a major curtailment of abortion rights in the United States, right-leaning articles highlight that the justices alternated between examining the legal standards for abortion laws based on interests of women and protecting potential life.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the Supreme Court signaled it is on the verge of a major curtailment of abortion rights in the United States. None of the six conservatives who make up the court’s majority expressed support for maintaining its rule that states may not prohibit abortion before the point of fetal viability
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that it is unclear how far the court might go in unwinding the legal regime that emerged from Roe v. Wade. Chief Justice John Roberts seemed to be searching Wednesday for an incremental path.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the justices alternated between examining the legal standards for abortion laws based on interests of women and protecting potential life, as well as the court’s own interest in protecting itself from losing the faith of the public. Justice Sonia Sotomayor noted that a woman’s right to get an abortion has been "clearly set" and never challenged since Casey.
From the left
Supreme Court seems inclined to uphold Mississippi abortion law that would undermine Roe v. Wade
The Washington Post
Supreme Court Considers Abortion Rights
On Tuesday, former Vice President Mike Pence will lay out the case for reversing precedent set by Roe v. Wade. While left-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden is “deeply committed to the constitutional right established in Roe,” right-leaning articles highlight that Pence declared that prior decisions incorrectly determined that abortion was key to the nation's stability.
There are 1698 news articles covering this topic. 43% (727) are left leaning, 41% (698) are center, and 16% (273) are right leaning.
From the left: Future of abortion rights at stake as Supreme Court considers Mississippi case, The Washington Post
From the center: Pence: Supreme Court has chance to right 'historic wrong' with abortion ruling, The Hill
From the right: Pence asks Supreme Court to overturn Roe: 'Nothing has been more destabilizing in our society' than abortion, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1698 news articles covering this topic. 43% (727) are left leaning, 41% (698) are center, and 16% (273) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, former Vice President Mike Pence will lay out the case for reversing precedent set by Roe v. Wade. While left-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden is “deeply committed to the constitutional right established in Roe,” right-leaning articles highlight that Pence declared that prior decisions incorrectly determined that abortion was key to the nation's stability.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden is “deeply committed to the constitutional right established in Roe.” Biden believes the Mississippi law “blatantly violates the constitutional right to safe, legal abortions.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that in remarks at the National Press Club, Pence will call the high court’s decision on Roe a “misguided” ruling. Pence will argue U.S. policies on abortion are out of touch with the mainstream.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Pence declared that prior decisions incorrectly determined that abortion was key to the nation's stability. Pence claimed that "in the 48 years since the court's ruling, unborn children have been relegated into a caste of second-class citizens – devoid of the most basic human rights."
From the left
Future of abortion rights at stake as Supreme Court considers Mississippi case
The Washington Post
From the center
Pence: Supreme Court has chance to right 'historic wrong' with abortion ruling
The Hill
Omicron Mutations Alarm Scientists While Americans Less Concerned
According to a new poll, Americans are less concerned about the emergence of the Omicron variant than they were about the discovery of the Delta strain of COVID-19. While left-leaning articles highlight that President Biden expressed confidence that the United States can handle the new variant, right-leaning articles highlight that global stock markets tumbled Tuesday on fears that the Omicron variant could wreak havoc on the world economy.
There are 3350 news articles covering this topic. 26% (875) are left leaning, 42% (1402) are center, and 32% (1073) are right leaning.
From the left: Omicron mutations alarm scientists, but new variant first must prove it can outcompete delta, The Washington Post
From the center: Americans Less Concerned About Omicron Outbreak Than They Were About Delta, Poll Finds, Newsweek
From the right: Dow drops more than 600 points amid Omicron COVID concerns, Powell warning, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 3350 news articles covering this topic. 26% (875) are left leaning, 42% (1402) are center, and 32% (1073) are right leaning.
According to a new poll, Americans are less concerned about the emergence of the Omicron variant than they were about the discovery of the Delta strain of COVID-19. While left-leaning articles highlight that President Biden expressed confidence that the United States can handle the new variant, right-leaning articles highlight that global stock markets tumbled Tuesday on fears that the Omicron variant could wreak havoc on the world economy.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that President Biden expressed confidence that the United States can handle the new variant. However, in a preliminary technical brief, the World Health Organization said the “overall global risk” from omicron is “very high.”
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that 54 percent of U.S. adults are somewhat or very concerned about the Omicron variant. Roughly a third of respondents, or 36 percent, said they weren't concerned about Omicron.
A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that global stock markets tumbled Tuesday on fears that the Omicron variant could wreak havoc on the world economy. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closed off by 1.9 percent and 1.5 percent.
From the left
Omicron mutations alarm scientists, but new variant first must prove it can outcompete delta
The Washington Post
From the center
Americans Less Concerned About Omicron Outbreak Than They Were About Delta, Poll Finds
Newsweek
From the right
Dow drops more than 600 points amid Omicron COVID concerns, Powell warning
New York Post
Supreme Court Won't Exempt Massachusetts Hospital Workers from Vaccine Mandate
On Monday, the Supreme Court turned away a group of healthcare workers who sought exemptions from their Boston-based hospital’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. While left-leaning articles highlight that the court order against the health care vaccine mandate comes after Biden’s administration suffered a similar setback for a broader policy, right-leaning articles highlight that Judge Matthew Schelp of the Eastern District of Missouri issued an injunction halting Biden's Wuhan coronavirus vaccine mandate for Medicare and Medicaid workers in ten states.
There are 1192 news articles covering this topic. 52% (621) are left leaning, 34% (410) are center, and 14% (161) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden vaccine rule for health workers blocked in 10 states, The Washington Post
From the center: Supreme Court won't exempt Mass. hospital workers from vaccine mandate, The Hill
From the right: Biden’s Government Vaccine Mandate Just Took a Major Blow, Townhall
We ran the numbers: There are 1192 news articles covering this topic. 52% (621) are left leaning, 34% (410) are center, and 14% (161) are right leaning.
On Monday, the Supreme Court turned away a group of healthcare workers who sought exemptions from their Boston-based hospital’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. While left-leaning articles highlight that the court order against the health care vaccine mandate comes after Biden’s administration suffered a similar setback for a broader policy, right-leaning articles highlight that Judge Matthew Schelp of the Eastern District of Missouri issued an injunction halting Biden's Wuhan coronavirus vaccine mandate for Medicare and Medicaid workers in ten states.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the court order against the health care vaccine mandate comes after Biden’s administration suffered a similar setback for a broader policy. Biden’s administration contends federal rules supersede state policies prohibiting vaccine mandates and are essential to slowing the pandemic.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the request was denied without comment by Justice Stephen Breyer. The workers had sought religious or medical exemptions but were denied on an individualized basis.
A right-leaning article by Town Hall highlights that Judge Matthew Schelp of the Eastern District of Missouri issued an injunction halting Biden's Wuhan coronavirus vaccine mandate for Medicare and Medicaid workers in ten states. Schelp made the argument that a shortage of healthcare workers caused by the vaccine mandate is far more damaging than unvaccinated workers.
The Omicron Variant is Cause for Concern — But Not Panic Biden Says
On Monday, President Biden said that the omicron variant is “a cause for concern — not a cause for panic." While left-leaning articles highlight that the United States knows little about the omicron variant, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden moved swiftly to combat the omicron variant.
There are 1734 news articles covering this topic. 20% (353) are left leaning, 65% (1128) are center, and 15% (253) are right leaning.
From the left: The right’s emerging hoax-ification of the omicron variant, The Washington Post
From the center: The omicron variant is cause for concern — but not panic, Biden says, NPR
From the right: Joe Biden under pressure from coronavirus as omicron rises, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1734 news articles covering this topic. 20% (353) are left leaning, 65% (1128) are center, and 15% (253) are right leaning.
On Monday, President Biden said that the omicron variant is “a cause for concern — not a cause for panic." While left-leaning articles highlight that the United States knows little about the omicron variant, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden moved swiftly to combat the omicron variant.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the United States knows little about the omicron variant. However, governments including the United States have rapidly swung into action with contentious measures such as travel restrictions.
NPR published a centrist article reporting that Biden said that while travel restrictions imposed on travelers from several southern African nations would slow the entry of the omicron variant of the coronavirus, "it cannot prevent it." Biden reiterated his plea for Americans to get vaccinated as a way to protect themselves against COVID-19.
A left-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that Biden moved swiftly to combat the omicron variant. Biden detailed travel restrictions from southern Africa and urged the public to get vaccinated and wear protective face masks.
WHO Calls New Strain Omicron 'Variant of Concern'
On Friday, the World Health Organization (WHO) held an emergency meeting on the new coronavirus strain, which it named omicron and labeled a variant of concern (VOC). While left-leaning articles highlight that the United States will restrict travel from South Africa and seven other countries starting Monday, right-leaning articles highlight that President Biden has imposed another coronavirus-related travel ban hours after Dr. Anthony Fauci cautioned that the U.S. didn’t have enough information to do so.
There are 841 news articles covering this topic. 32% (273) are left leaning, 51% (426) are center, and 17% (142) are right leaning.
From the left: U.S. to restrict travel from South Africa and other countries as it assesses risks of new omicron variant, The Washington Post
From the center: WHO calls new strain omicron, 'variant of concern', The Hill
From the right: Biden South Africa travel ban announced hours after Fauci said White House didn't know enough to implement ban, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 841 news articles covering this topic. 32% (273) are left leaning, 51% (426) are center, and 17% (142) are right leaning.
On Friday, the World Health Organization (WHO) held an emergency meeting on the new coronavirus strain, which it named omicron and labeled a variant of concern (VOC). While left-leaning articles highlight that the United States will restrict travel from South Africa and seven other countries starting Monday, right-leaning articles highlight that President Biden has imposed another coronavirus-related travel ban hours after Dr. Anthony Fauci cautioned that the U.S. didn’t have enough information to do so.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the United States will restrict travel from South Africa and seven other countries starting Monday. The travel policy was implemented out of “an abundance of caution in light of a new coronavirus variant circulating in Southern Africa.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the strain was first identified in South Africa. WHO labeled the variant as of concern due to its large number of mutations.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that President Biden has imposed another coronavirus-related travel ban hours after Dr. Anthony Fauci cautioned that the U.S. didn’t have enough information to do so. Fauci said Omnicron was raising a “red flag that this might be an issue we don’t know.”
From the left
The Washington Post
Biden Sets Out Oil Gas Leasing Reform
On Friday, the Biden administration recommended an overhaul of the nation’s oil and gas leasing program. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden Administration’s oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico opens up more extraction in an area where chemical companies dumped tons of hazardous industrial waste, right-leaning articles highlight that the Department of the Interior released a report that proposed “modernizing” the federal oil and gas program.
There are 841 news articles covering this topic. 10% (79) are left leaning, 45% (351) are center, and 45% (348) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden Gulf Oil Sale Means More Drilling Within Legacy Chemical Dump Site, Huffington Post
From the center: Biden sets out oil, gas leasing reform, stops short of ban, AP News
From the right: Biden Interior Department calls to raise prices for oil and gas companies to drill on public lands, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 841 news articles covering this topic. 10% (79) are left leaning, 45% (351) are center, and 45% (348) are right leaning.
On Friday, the Biden administration recommended an overhaul of the nation’s oil and gas leasing program. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden Administration’s oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico opens up more extraction in an area where chemical companies dumped tons of hazardous industrial waste, right-leaning articles highlight that the Department of the Interior released a report that proposed “modernizing” the federal oil and gas program.
A left-leaning article by Huffington Post highlights that the Biden Administration’s oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico opens up more extraction in an area where chemical companies dumped tons of hazardous industrial waste. The Environmental Protection Agency has acknowledged it is not monitoring the legacy dumping ground.
AP News published a centrist article reporting that the long-awaited report by the Interior Department stops short of recommending an end to oil and gas leasing on public lands. Officials said the report would lead to a more responsible leasing process.
A right-leaning article by Fox Business highlights that the Department of the Interior released a report that proposed “modernizing” the federal oil and gas program. The department’s review found that the fiscal components of the current onshore federal oil and gas program are “particularly outdated.”
From the left
Biden Gulf Oil Sale Means More Drilling Within Legacy Chemical Dump Site
Huffington Post
Biden Asks Court to Reinstate Vaccine Policy
On Tuesday, the Biden administration asked a federal court to reinstate a workplace vaccine mandate that was put on hold earlier in November. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, issued the “emergency” rule earlier this month, right-leaning articles highlight that the Justice Department argued in its emergency motion that delaying the rule from the OSHA would lead to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths.
There are 1768 news articles covering this topic. 18% (310) are left leaning, 28% (501) are center, and 54% (957) are right leaning.
From the left: The U.S. asks an appeals court to unblock Biden’s vaccine mandate for large companies., New York Times
From the center: Overnight Health Care — Biden asks court to reinstate vaccine policy, The Hill
From the right: Biden administration asks fed court to lift stay on vaccine mandate, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 1768 news articles covering this topic. 18% (310) are left leaning, 28% (501) are center, and 54% (957) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, the Biden administration asked a federal court to reinstate a workplace vaccine mandate that was put on hold earlier in November. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, issued the “emergency” rule earlier this month, right-leaning articles highlight that the Justice Department argued in its emergency motion that delaying the rule from the OSHA would lead to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths.
A left-leaning article by The New York Times highlights that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, issued the “emergency” rule earlier this month. The OSHA rule applies to employers with at least 100 workers.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that officials seek to boost vaccination numbers heading into the winter months. The administration urged a Cincinnati-based federal appeals court to lift a court order blocking the public health rule.
A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that the Justice Department argued in its emergency motion filed with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati that delaying the rule from the OSHAwould lead to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths. The Fifth US Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans paused the administration’s mandate earlier this month.
From the left
The U.S. asks an appeals court to unblock Biden’s vaccine mandate for large companies.
New York Times
Most Federal Government Vaccinated Against COVID-19
As of Tuesday, 92% of federal government employees have received at least one COVID-19 vaccination dose. A left-leaning articles highlights that the report landed as the administration is fighting in court to unblock its requirement that private sector employers with 100 or more workers enforce vaccines or regular testing, right-leaning articles highlight that Nov. 22 marked the deadline for more than 3.5 million federal employees to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
There are 1369 news articles covering this topic. 27% (374) are left leaning, 46% (624) are center, and 27% (371) are right leaning.
From the left: Some holdouts, but nine in ten federal workers have had a covid shot, The Washington Post
From the center: 92 percent of federal government vaccinated against COVID-19, The Hill
From the right: Federal agencies find widespread compliance with vaccine mandate, as enforcement begins, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1369 news articles covering this topic. 27% (374) are left leaning, 46% (624) are center, and 27% (371) are right leaning.
As of Tuesday, 92% of federal government employees have received at least one COVID-19 vaccination dose. A left-leaning articles highlights that the report landed as the administration is fighting in court to unblock its requirement that private sector employers with 100 or more workers enforce vaccines or regular testing, right-leaning articles highlight that Nov. 22 marked the deadline for more than 3.5 million federal employees to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the report landed as the administration is fighting in court to unblock its requirement that private sector employers with 100 or more workers enforce vaccines or regular testing. The report gives the administration something to brag about heading into the Thanksgiving weekend.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that another 4.5% of federal employees are considered to be in compliance with the mandate because they have a pending or approved exception request for vaccination. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) said that employees who have not been in compliance with the mandate will face a period of education and counseling.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Nov. 22 marked the deadline for more than 3.5 million federal employees to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19. At this point, the Agency for International Development has the highest compliance.
From the left
Some holdouts, but nine in ten federal workers have had a covid shot
The Washington Post
From the right
Federal agencies find widespread compliance with vaccine mandate, as enforcement begins
Fox News