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Greg Abbott's Vaccine Mandate Ban
On Monday, Texas Governor Gregg Abbott issued an executive order banning vaccine mandates in the state. While left-leaning articles highlight that Abbott’s order is unlikely to have much of an impact on large businesses looking to require their employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, right-leaning articles highlight that Abbott’s order is unlikely to have much of an impact on large businesses looking to require their employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus.
There are 1151 news articles covering this topic. 11% (128) are left leaning, 65% (745) are center, and 24% (278) are right leaning.
From the left: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's vaccine mandate ban won't make airlines or other large businesses drop their plans, legal experts say, Business Insider
From the center: Greg Abbott's Vaccine Mandate Ban Comes as Texas Leads U.S. in Daily COVID Deaths, Newsweek
From the right: Left-wing media accuse Abbott of political pandering in Texas after vaccine mandate ban: 'Beyond unhinged', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1151 news articles covering this topic. 11% (128) are left leaning, 65% (745) are center, and 24% (278) are right leaning.
On Monday, Texas Governor Gregg Abbott issued an executive order banning vaccine mandates in the state. While left-leaning articles highlight that Abbott’s order is unlikely to have much of an impact on large businesses looking to require their employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, right-leaning articles highlight that Abbott’s order is unlikely to have much of an impact on large businesses looking to require their employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Business Insider published a left-leaning article highlighting that Abbott’s order is unlikely to have much of an impact on large businesses looking to require their employees to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. According to legal experts, President Biden’s vaccine mandate for large businesses will supersede Abbott’s order as soon as it becomes official.
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that the order comes as Texas leads the nation in average daily deaths due to COVID-19. Abbott previously issued an order prohibiting mask mandates and threatening fines for local government officials who tried to impose face mask requirements.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the media was in an uproar Tuesday after Abbott issued his executive order. Left-leaning press called Abbott’s move unsafe and potentially illegal.
From the center
Greg Abbott's Vaccine Mandate Ban Comes as Texas Leads U.S. in Daily COVID Deaths
Newsweek
Pelosi Enters Pivotal Stretch on Biden Agenda
Speaker Nancy Pelosi races to unite feuding factions of her caucus and pass a massive social benefits package at the heart of President Biden’s agenda. While left-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi sought to steel Democrats for coming cuts to the $3.5 trillion tax-and-spending package, right-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi said that her caucus has “overwhelmingly” signaled they would prefer to do “fewer things well” in their spending package instead of cutting more proposed programs.
There are 1251 news articles covering this topic. 58% (719) are left leaning, 23% (291) are center, and 19% (241) are right leaning.
From the left: House agrees to lift debt ceiling as Democrats spar over shape of broader spending bill, The Washington Post
From the center: Pelosi enters pivotal stretch on Biden agenda, The Hill
From the right: Pelosi Says Budget Will Do ‘Fewer Things Well’ As Dems Brace For Cuts, Daily Caller
We ran the numbers: There are 1251 news articles covering this topic. 58% (719) are left leaning, 23% (291) are center, and 19% (241) are right leaning.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi races to unite feuding factions of her caucus and pass a massive social benefits package at the heart of President Biden’s agenda. While left-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi sought to steel Democrats for coming cuts to the $3.5 trillion tax-and-spending package, right-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi said that her caucus has “overwhelmingly” signaled they would prefer to do “fewer things well” in their spending package instead of cutting more proposed programs.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Pelosi sought to steel Democrats for coming cuts to the $3.5 trillion tax-and-spending package. Pelosi said there are “important decisions to make in the next few days.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Pelosi is attempting to thread a delicate needle by weighing the demands of energized liberals who view Biden’s occupancy in the Oval Office as a rare opportunity for Democrats to realize their most ambitious policy designs. Democrats are increasingly framing the legislation as a do-or-die moment for the party’s political success.
A right-leaning article by Daily Caller highlights that Pelosi said that her caucus has “overwhelmingly” signaled they would prefer to do “fewer things well” in their spending package instead of cutting more proposed programs. Although Pelosi suggested some programs will be cut at the expense of others, it is unclear which programs will remain.
From the left
House agrees to lift debt ceiling as Democrats spar over shape of broader spending bill
The Washington Post
McConnell Vows GOP Won't Raise Debt Ceiling in December After Schumer 'Tantrum'
On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the January 6 riot at the Capitol said it had issued more subpoenas seeking testimony. While left-leaning articles highlight that former President Trump has instructed his former aides not to comply with subpoenas from the special congressional committee, right-leaning articles highlight that Trump intends to assert executive privilege in a congressional investigation into the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol.
There are 1926 news articles covering this topic. 45% (869) are left leaning, 28% (546) are center, and 27% (511) are right leaning.
From the left: Sen. Schumer blasted Republicans after the debt-ceiling reprieve. He was criticized for it — by Sen. Manchin., The Washington Post
From the center: McConnell vows GOP won't help raise debt ceiling in December after Schumer 'tantrum', The Hill
From the right: McConnell tells Biden that debt ceiling will not be raised by Republicans in December, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1926 news articles covering this topic. 45% (869) are left leaning, 28% (546) are center, and 27% (511) are right leaning.
On Friday, Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) warned President Biden that Republicans won’t help raise the debt ceiling later this year. While left-leaning articles highlight that that late Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer took to the Senate floor to praise the Senate for passing a bill to raise the nation’s debt ceiling through early December, right-leaning articles highlight that that McConnell wrote that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. had “three months” notice to handle his governing duties.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that late Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer took to the Senate floor to praise the Senate for passing a bill to raise the nation’s debt ceiling through early December. Schumer also blasted Republicans for what he described as “risky drama.”
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that McConnell stated that a recent speech by Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) had “poisoned the well.” McConnell wrote in a letter to Biden that “Republicans filled the leadership vacuum that has troubled the Senate since January.”
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that McConnell wrote that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y. had “three months” notice to handle his governing duties. McConnell also targeted Schumer for his “rant” following the vote to raise the debt ceiling.
From the left
The Washington Post
From the center
McConnell vows GOP won't help raise debt ceiling in December after Schumer 'tantrum'
The Hill
From the right
McConnell tells Biden that debt ceiling will not be raised by Republicans in December
Fox News
Biden Says Jobs Figures Represent 'Steady Progress'
On Friday, President Biden described the September jobs report as a sign of steady progress in the United States’ economic recovery amid the coronavirus pandemic. While left-leaning articles highlight that the jobs report revealed an economy still trying to heal from the coronavirus pandemic, right-leaning articles highlight that a deeper look into the numbers only confirms that the United States is in dire economic straights.
There are 2997 news articles covering this topic. 34% (1025) are left leaning, 49% (1467) are center, and 17% (505) are right leaning.
From the left: Analysis: Hiring slowdown menaces Biden despite upbeat talk, The Associated Press
From the center: Biden says jobs figures represent 'steady progress', The Hill
From the right: RNC Chairwoman McDaniel: Biden’s economy is failing Americans and September jobs report proves it, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2997 news articles covering this topic. 34% (1025) are left leaning, 49% (1467) are center, and 17% (505) are right leaning.
On Friday, President Biden described the September jobs report as a sign of steady progress in the United States’ economic recovery amid the coronavirus pandemic. While left-leaning articles highlight that the jobs report revealed an economy still trying to heal from the coronavirus pandemic, right-leaning articles highlight that a deeper look into the numbers only confirms that the United States is in dire economic straights.
A left-leaning article by The Associated Press highlights that the jobs report revealed an economy still trying to heal from the coronavirus pandemic. Republicans can correctly assert that Biden is now unlikely to deliver on the 7 million jobs he touted earlier this year.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Biden zeroed in on the data point showing that the unemployment rate fell below 5 percent for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic. He said that the U.S. economy has added 600,000 jobs on a monthly basis under his watch.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that a deeper look into the numbers only confirms that the United States is in dire economic straights. The article notes that this is the second straight month where jobs numbers have underperformed economists’ projections.
Senate Reaches Deal on Short-term Debt Hike into December
On Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer said he had reached an agreement with Republicans to extend the debt ceiling to December. While left-leaning articles highlight that the party-line Democratic vote of 50-48 in support of the bill to raise the government’s debt ceiling by almost half-trillion dollars brought instant relief in Washington, right-leaning articles highlight that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., teed up a vote to break a filibuster on a bill that would suspend the debt ceiling through December 2022.
There are 2548 news articles covering this topic. 49% (1242) are left leaning, 32% (808) are center, and 19% (498) are right leaning.
From the left: Senate dodges US debt disaster, voting to extend borrowing, The Washington Post
From the center: Senate reaches deal on short-term debt hike into December, The Hill
From the right: Debt-ceiling deal apparently reached in Congress, averting trouble for now, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2548 news articles covering this topic. 49% (1242) are left leaning, 32% (808) are center, and 19% (498) are right leaning.
On Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer said he had reached an agreement with Republicans to extend the debt ceiling to December. While left-leaning articles highlight that the party-line Democratic vote of 50-48 in support of the bill to raise the government’s debt ceiling by almost half-trillion dollars brought instant relief in Washington, right-leaning articles highlight that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., teed up a vote to break a filibuster on a bill that would suspend the debt ceiling through December 2022.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the party-line Democratic vote of 50-48 in support of the bill to raise the government’s debt ceiling by almost half-trillion dollars brought instant relief in Washington. However, Republican and Democratic lawmakers will still have to tackle their differences on the issue once more before the year ends.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that senators could vote on the deal as soon as Thursday. The agreement would increase the debt ceiling by $480 billion.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., teed up a vote to break a filibuster on a bill that would suspend the debt ceiling through December 2022. There were warnings of what would have happened if the federal government crashed into the debt ceiling.
U.S. House Panel Probing Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Issues More Subpoenas
On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the January 6 riot at the Capitol said it had issued more subpoenas seeking testimony. While left-leaning articles highlight that former President Trump has instructed his former aides not to comply with subpoenas from the special congressional committee, right-leaning articles highlight that Trump intends to assert executive privilege in a congressional investigation into the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol.
There are 1642 news articles covering this topic. 51% (864) are left leaning, 29% (480) are center, and 20% (338) are right leaning.
From the left: Trump Tells Former Aides to Defy Subpoenas From Jan. 6 Panel, The New York Times
From the center: U.S. House panel probing Jan. 6 Capitol riot issues more subpoenas, Reuters
From the right: Trump to invoke executive privilege in Jan. 6 probe, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1642 news articles covering this topic. 51% (864) are left leaning, 29% (480) are center, and 20% (338) are right leaning.
On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the January 6 riot at the Capitol said it had issued more subpoenas seeking testimony. While left-leaning articles highlight that former President Trump has instructed his former aides not to comply with subpoenas from the special congressional committee, right-leaning articles highlight that Trump intends to assert executive privilege in a congressional investigation into the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol.
A left-leaning article by New York Times highlights that former President Trump has instructed his former aides not to comply with subpoenas from the special congressional committee. Trump’s move raises the prospect for the panel issuing criminal referrals for some of his closest advisers.
Reuters published a centrist article reporting that the subpoenas are the latest in a series issued by the committee probing the insurrection. The subpoenas are related to a rally that took place the day mobs of former President Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the seat of the U.S. government.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Times highlights that Trump intends to assert executive privilege in a congressional investigation into the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol. The move could prevent the testimony of one-time aides, according to a letter sent by lawyers for the former president.
Student loan forgiveness: Half a million people to benefit from overhaul
On Wednesday, the Education Department announced a sweeping overhaul to the loan forgiveness program. While left-leaning articles highlight that the loan forgiveness program has been derided by participants, lawmakers and consumer groups for being exceedingly complex, right-leaning articles highlight that the retooling of the program is expected to give thousands of new loan borrowers access.
There are 1454 news articles covering this topic. 37% (546) are left leaning, 49% (708) are center, and 14% (200) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden administration temporarily expands student loan forgiveness program for public servants, The Washington Post
From the center: Student loan forgiveness: Half a million people to benefit from overhaul, some immediately, USA Today
From the right: Biden goes on offense against 'reckless and dangerous' GOP on debt ceiling, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1454 news articles covering this topic. 37% (546) are left leaning, 49% (708) are center, and 14% (200) are right leaning.
On Wednesday, the Education Department announced a sweeping overhaul to the loan forgiveness program. While left-leaning articles highlight that the loan forgiveness program has been derided by participants, lawmakers and consumer groups for being exceedingly complex, right-leaning articles highlight that the retooling of the program is expected to give thousands of new loan borrowers access.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the loan forgiveness program has been derided by participants, lawmakers and consumer groups for being exceedingly complex. Borrowers must make 120 on-time monthly payments for 10 years to have the remaining balance canceled.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that the loan forgiveness program will immediately erase the debt of 22,000 borrowers to the tune of $1.7 billion. In addition, the government estimated another 27,000 borrowers could see about $2.8 billion in debts forgiven.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the retooling of the program is expected to give thousands of new loan borrowers access. Student loan forgiveness could expand to close to 50,000 people.
From the left
Biden administration temporarily expands student loan forgiveness program for public servants
The Washington Post
From the center
Student loan forgiveness: Half a million people to benefit from overhaul, some immediately
USA Today
Democrats Face Tough Choices as Debt Limit Looms
Time is running out for Congress to increase the country’s debt limit, as Senate Democrats face challenging options to raise the borrowing limit. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden said changing the upper chamber’s rules was a “real possibility” if Republicans continue to stand in their way, right-leaning articles highlight that that Republican Louisiana Senator John Kennedy said he is not prepared to give Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer a “blank check” to raise the debt ceiling.
There are 1763 news articles covering this topic. 42% (746) are left leaning, 41% (712) are center, and 17% (305) are right leaning.
From the left: Are Democrats willing to change the filibuster to raise the debt ceiling?, The Washington Post
From the center: Democrats face tough options for raising debt ceiling as US inches closer to Oct. 18 deadline, USA Today
From the right: ‘Spending Orgy Reconciliation Bill’: Sen. Kennedy Says He Won’t Give Schumer ‘Blank Check’ To Raise Debt Ceiling, Daily Caller
We ran the numbers: There are 1763 news articles covering this topic. 42% (746) are left leaning, 41% (712) are center, and 17% (305) are right leaning.
Time is running out for Congress to increase the country’s debt limit, as Senate Democrats face challenging options to raise the borrowing limit. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden said changing the upper chamber’s rules was a “real possibility” if Republicans continue to stand in their way, right-leaning articles highlight that that Republican Louisiana Senator John Kennedy said he is not prepared to give Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer a “blank check” to raise the debt ceiling.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden said changing the upper chamber’s rules was a “real possibility” if Republicans continue to stand in their way. Discussions of scrapping the filibuster when it comes to the debt ceiling picked up among Senate Democrats on Tuesday during their caucus lunch.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that Senate Republicans were expected to block another Democratic attempt to raise the nation’s debt ceiling. However, the vote was postponed.
A right-leaning article by The Daily Caller highlights that Republican Louisiana Senator John Kennedy said he is not prepared to give Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer a “blank check” to raise the debt ceiling. Kennedy claimed Schumer’s goal is to raise the debt ceiling without setting any parameters.
From the left
Are Democrats willing to change the filibuster to raise the debt ceiling?
The Washington Post
From the center
Democrats face tough options for raising debt ceiling as US inches closer to Oct. 18 deadline
USA Today
Biden Lawmakers Work to Trim Budget Bill as GOP Democrats Remain at Odds over Debt Ceiling
On Tuesday, negotiations continued in Congress over lowering the price tag on a budget bill packed with progressive policies as the threat of the first U.S. default on its debt hangs over Capitol Hill. While left-leaning articles highlight that President Joe Biden said Democrats are considering a change to the Senate’s filibuster rules in order to quickly approve lifting the nation’s debt limit, right-leaning articles highlight that the White House is going on the offensive in its debt ceiling standoff.
There are 2372 news articles covering this topic. 41% (970) are left leaning, 31% (737) are center, and 28% (665) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden: Senate filibuster change on debt a 'real possibility', The Washington Post
From the center: Manchin open to debt hike through reconciliation, rules out nixing filibuster, The Hill
From the right: Debt standoff leads Democrats to look to unconventional $1T coin idea or nixing limit altogether, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 2372 news articles covering this topic. 41% (970) are left leaning, 31% (737) are center, and 28% (665) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, negotiations continued in Congress over lowering the price tag on a budget bill packed with progressive policies as the threat of the first U.S. default on its debt hangs over Capitol Hill. While left-leaning articles highlight that President Joe Biden said Democrats are considering a change to the Senate’s filibuster rules in order to quickly approve lifting the nation’s debt limit, right-leaning articles highlight that the White House is going on the offensive in its debt ceiling standoff.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that President Joe Biden said Democrats are considering a change to the Senate’s filibuster rules in order to quickly approve lifting the nation’s debt limit. The president’s remarks come as the Senate is tangled in a fiscally dangerous standoff over a vote needed to suspend the nation’s debt limit.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that after a whirlwind week concluded Friday without a deal on Biden’s budget bill, various functions were back at the table this week to hammer out details on a revised plan. Democratic leaders said that President Joe Biden’s $3.5 trillion budget plan with priorities like subsidized childcare and community college needs to be scaled back to meet moderates who say the price tag is too high.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that the White House is going on the offensive in its debt ceiling standoff. The White House is attempting to portray Democrats as the “adults in the room” as Republicans risk putting the federal government into default.
From the right
Biden goes on offense against 'reckless and dangerous' GOP on debt ceiling
Washington Examiner
Facebook Whistleblower Testifies: Profits Before People'
On Tuesday, whistleblower and former Facebook product manager Frances Haugen testified before the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection. While left-leaning articles highlight that a former Facebook employee told members of Congress that the company knows that its platform spreads misinformation and content, right-leaning articles highlight that Haugen told lawmakers that she believes Facebook is a “national security issue.
There are 1535 news articles covering this topic. 54% (826) are left leaning, 35% (535) are center, and 11% (174) are right leaning.
From the left: Facebook whistleblower testifies: Five highlights, The Washington Post
From the center: 'Profits before people': After Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen argued her case, will Congress act?, USA Today
From the right: Whistleblower says Facebook is a US 'national security issue', Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1535 news articles covering this topic. 54% (826) are left leaning, 35% (535) are center, and 11% (174) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, whistleblower and former Facebook product manager Frances Haugen testified before the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection. While left-leaning articles highlight that a former Facebook employee told members of Congress that the company knows that its platform spreads misinformation and content, right-leaning articles highlight that Haugen told lawmakers that she believes Facebook is a “national security issue.
The Washington Post published a left-leaning article highlighting that a former Facebook employee told members of Congress that the company knows that its platform spreads misinformation and content. Facebook data scientist Frances Haugen told lawmakers new regulations are needed to force Facebook to improve its own platforms.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that Facebook did not have a seat at one of the most explosive congressional hearings in its scandal-plagued history. Facebook strongly disagreed with her testimony but agreed that new rules for social media are long overdue.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Haugen told lawmakers that she believes Facebook is a “national security issue. Haugen said Facebook saw “active participation” of “the Iran government doing espionage on other state actors.”
GOP wants Democrats to raise debt ceiling by themselves: "go it alone"
On Monday, Senator Joe Manchin said Democrats should raise the debt ceiling through reconciliation if they have to. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden urged Republican senators to “get out of the way” and let Democrats suspend the nation’s debt limit, right-leaning articles highlight that as a debt ceiling standoff heats up on Capitol Hill, Democrats are floating alternatives such as a $1 trillion coin.
There are 1408 news articles covering this topic. 53% (742) are left leaning, 30% (425) are center, and 17% (241) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden tells GOP to 'get out of the way' on debt limit, The Washington Post
From the center: Manchin open to debt hike through reconciliation, rules out nixing filibuster, The Hill
From the right: Debt standoff leads Democrats to look to unconventional $1T coin idea or nixing limit altogether, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1408 news articles covering this topic. 53% (742) are left leaning, 30% (425) are center, and 17% (241) are right leaning.
On Monday, Senator Joe Manchin said Democrats should raise the debt ceiling through reconciliation if they have to. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden urged Republican senators to “get out of the way” and let Democrats suspend the nation’s debt limit, right-leaning articles highlight that as a debt ceiling standoff heats up on Capitol Hill, Democrats are floating alternatives such as a $1 trillion coin.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden urged Republican senators to “get out of the way” and let Democrats suspend the nation’s debt limit. Biden hoped to keep the U.S. government from bumping dangerously close to a credit default as Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell refuses to lend his party’s help.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Congress has until October 18 to raise the country’s borrowing limit. Manchin pointed to reconciliation as one way Democrats could raise the debt ceiling without GOP help.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that as a debt ceiling standoff heats up on Capitol Hill, Democrats are floating alternatives such as a $1 trillion coin. In recent days, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi questioned why the debt limit system is structured so that Congress has to take action on the debt ceiling.
From the center
Manchin open to debt hike through reconciliation, rules out nixing filibuster
The Hill
From the right
Debt standoff leads Democrats to look to unconventional $1T coin idea or nixing limit altogether
Washington Examiner
Biden Continues to Negotiate with Democrats on Infrastructure Bill
On Monday, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden will host a virtual meeting with progressive House members to continue negotiating the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill. While left-leaning articles highlight that a bitter duel between progressives and Senate centrists laid bare the mistrust and governing constraints rocking Washington Democrats, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden will meet with members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Monday to discuss a smaller package than originally proposed.
There are 1510 news articles covering this topic. 10% (152) are left leaning, 57% (861) are center, and 33% (497) are right leaning.
From the left: Bitterness festers as Democrats try again to pass Biden's economic agenda, CNN
From the center: Biden to hit the road in economic agenda push, The Hill
From the right: Psaki says Biden to negotiate lower price tag with progressives on $3.5T spending bill, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1510 news articles covering this topic. 10% (152) are left leaning, 57% (861) are center, and 33% (497) are right leaning.
On Monday, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden will host a virtual meeting with progressive House members to continue negotiating the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill. While left-leaning articles highlight that a bitter duel between progressives and Senate centrists laid bare the mistrust and governing constraints rocking Washington Democrats, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden will meet with members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Monday to discuss a smaller package than originally proposed.
A left-leaning article by CNN highlights that a bitter duel between progressives and Senate centrists laid bare the mistrust and governing constraints rocking Washington Democrats. Liberal Democrats blocked a bipartisan $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan without securing a sweeping #3.5 trillion social spending and climate bill.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Biden is down in the polls, as he faces a quagmire over the debt ceiling. Some Democrats have been waiting to see Biden get more engaged beyond the private meetings he’s held at the White House.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden will meet with members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Monday to discuss a smaller package than originally proposed. Progressive Democrats want the reconciliation bill to move in tandem with the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill that the Senate has already passed.
From the right
Psaki says Biden to negotiate lower price tag with progressives on $3.5T spending bill
Fox News
Close the Deal': Biden Struggles to Unite Democrats Behind His Economic Agenda
Biden’s biggest obstacle remains his struggle to unite his own party. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden attempted to quell an internal Democratic rebellion on Friday, right-leaning articles highlight that White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki acknowledged that Biden is likely to receive only a portion of his proposed $3.5 trillion spending package.
There are 3733 news articles covering this topic. 36% (1329) are left leaning, 50% (1875) are center, and 14% (529) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden urges Democrats to compromise, have patience as he tries to revive economic agenda, The Washington Post
From the center: Close the deal': Biden struggles to unite Democrats behind his economic agenda, USA Today
From the right: Psaki admits Biden likely will not get his full $3.5T spending proposal, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 3733 news articles covering this topic. 36% (1329) are left leaning, 50% (1875) are center, and 14% (529) are right leaning.
Biden’s biggest obstacle remains his struggle to unite his own party. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden attempted to quell an internal Democratic rebellion on Friday, right-leaning articles highlight that White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki acknowledged that Biden is likely to receive only a portion of his proposed $3.5 trillion spending package.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden attempted to quell an internal Democratic rebellion on Friday. He pleaded with lawmakers to compromise and stay patient as he tried to revive a $1.2 trillion infrastructure proposal.
A centrist article by USA Today highlights that Joe Biden campaigned for president on bipartisanship but cannot unite his own party. The scope of Biden’s agenda also adds to the challenge.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki acknowledged that Biden is likely to receive only a portion of his proposed $3.5 trillion spending package. Psaki emphasized the “need to work with members in the Senate, to get them to a place where they have a commitment to a clear path forward on this agenda.”
From the left
Biden urges Democrats to compromise, have patience as he tries to revive economic agenda
The Washington Post
From the center
'Close the deal': Biden struggles to unite Democrats behind his economic agenda
USA Today
What is the Infrastructure Bill, Costs, Impasse
On Friday, the White House and congressional Democrats resumed negotiations to try to forge a compromise that could pave the way for passage of Biden’s proposals to rebuild roads and bridges. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden reset Democrats’ expectations for his economic agenda on Friday, right-leaning articles highlight that Republican Senate Minority Leader and Senate Budget Committee ranking member Lindsey Graham asked the Congressional Budget Office to provide the American people with the “true cost” of the multi-trillion-dollar spending package..
There are 2064 news articles covering this topic. 23% (474) are left leaning, 45% (932) are center, and 32% (658) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden Says Infrastructure Can Wait, Spending Plan May Shrink, Bloomberg
From the center: What does each side want in budget talks between Biden, Congress? How would it affect you?, USA Today
From the right: McConnell and Graham ask CBO for 'true cost' of Biden spending plan, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2064 news articles covering this topic. 23% (474) are left leaning, 45% (932) are center, and 32% (658) are right leaning.
On Friday, the White House and congressional Democrats resumed negotiations to try to forge a compromise that could pave the way for passage of Biden’s proposals to rebuild roads and bridges. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden reset Democrats’ expectations for his economic agenda on Friday, right-leaning articles highlight that Republican Senate Minority Leader and Senate Budget Committee ranking member Lindsey Graham asked the Congressional Budget Office to provide the American people with the “true cost” of the multi-trillion-dollar spending package..
A left-leaning article by Bloomberg highlights that Biden reset Democrats’ expectations for his economic agenda on Friday, telling lawmakers to expect a smaller tax and spending package. Biden said the Senate-passed legislation with $550 billion in new infrastructure spending could wait.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., committed to a vote Thursday on a $1 trillion package of spending on infrastructure. However, the vote was delayed amid disagreements over the size of a separate $3.5 trillion package.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Republican Senate Minority Leader and Senate Budget Committee ranking member Lindsey Graham asked the Congressional Budget Office to provide the American people with the “true cost” of the multi-trillion-dollar spending package.
From the center
What does each side want in budget talks between Biden, Congress? How would it affect you?
USA Today
Biden, Pelosi 'Zero Cost' $3.5 Tr Bill Delayed by House
On Thursday, House Democrats delayed a vote on an approximately $1 trillion proposal to improve the nation’s infrastructure. While left-leaning articles highlight that the decision to delay the vote was a dramatic reversal after hours of negotiations, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden is betting his presidency on the passage of a $1.2 trillion dollar infrastructure bill.
There are 2861 news articles covering this topic. 26% (745) are left leaning, 52% (1494) are center, and 22% (622) are right leaning.
From the left: House Democrats delay planned vote on $1 trillion infrastructure bill amid dispute between party moderates and liberals, The Washington Post
From the center: The Tortured Logic that Lets Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi Say a $3.5 Trillion Bill Will 'Cost Zero Dollars', Newsweek
From the right: David Bossie: Biden is trying to govern like FDR in 1933 with his $3.5T spending spree, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2861 news articles covering this topic. 26% (745) are left leaning, 52% (1494) are center, and 22% (622) are right leaning.
On Thursday, House Democrats delayed a vote on an approximately $1 trillion proposal to improve the nation’s infrastructure. While left-leaning articles highlight that the decision to delay the vote was a dramatic reversal after hours of negotiations, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden is betting his presidency on the passage of a $1.2 trillion dollar infrastructure bill.
The Washington Post published a left-leaning article highlighting that the decision to delay the vote was a dramatic reversal after hours of negotiations. The decision came after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) strained late into the night to try to repair the schisms among their own moderate and liberal ranks.
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that Biden and Pelosi can claim that the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation bill won't cost anything because in D.C.-speak, it's "paid for." Taxes will increase in sufficient amounts to cover the cost of all that new spending
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden is betting his presidency on the passage of a $1.2 trillion dollar infrastructure bill. The article notes that Democrats’ scant majorities make it extraordinarily difficult to pass legislation.
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The Washington Post
From the right
David Bossie: Biden is trying to govern like FDR in 1933 with his $3.5T spending spree
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Biden Signs Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
On Thursday, Congress and President Joe Biden averted a government shutdown just hours before midnight. While left-leaning articles highlight that the parties dig in on a dispute over how to raise the government’s borrowing cap, right-leaning articles highlight that Senate Republicans refused to help allow more borrowing ahead of Biden’s more than $4 trillion of proposed new spending.
There are 2841 news articles covering this topic. 44% (1677) are left leaning, 39% (1506) are center, and 17% (658) are right leaning.
From the left: Biden signs bill to avert partial government shutdown, The Washington Post
From the center: Biden signs bill to avert government shutdown, approves bill to fund government through Dec. 3, USA Today
From the right: Senate passes stopgap spending bill hours before a government shutdown, Washington Times
We ran the numbers: There are 2841 news articles covering this topic. 44% (1677) are left leaning, 39% (1506) are center, and 17% (658) are right leaning.
On Thursday, Congress and President Joe Biden averted a government shutdown just hours before midnight. While left-leaning articles highlight that the parties dig in on a dispute over how to raise the government’s borrowing cap, right-leaning articles highlight that Senate Republicans refused to help allow more borrowing ahead of Biden’s more than $4 trillion of proposed new spending.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that back-to-back votes by the Senate and the House averted one crisis, but delays on another continue as the parties dig in on a dispute over how to raise the government’s borrowing cap. Biden said in a statement after signing that, “There’s so much more to do.”
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that Congress passed a bill earlier in the day that would fund the government through December 3. The president signed it into law with less than five hours to spare.
A right-leaning article by Washington Times highlights that Senate Republicans refused to help allow more borrowing ahead of Biden’s more than $4 trillion of proposed new spending. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said what Republicans wanted all along was a “clean” funding bill.
From the center
Biden signs bill to avert government shutdown, approves bill to fund government through Dec. 3
USA Today
From the right
Senate passes stopgap spending bill hours before a government shutdown
Washington Times
Pelosi Leaves Room to Delay Infrastructure Vote
Pelosi said she still intends to stage the infrastructure vote on Thursday, but also acknowledged her power as Speaker to delay it. While left-leaning articles highlight that business groups and some Senate Republicans have mounted an all-out drive to secure G.O.P. votes for a bipartisan infrastructure bill, right-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi is under pressure from a faction of House liberals to postpone a vote on the infrastructure measure.
There are 2332 news articles covering this topic. 47% (1102) are left leaning, 31% (719) are center, and 22% (511) are right leaning.
From the left: Republicans at Odds Over Infrastructure Bill as Vote Approaches, The New York Times
From the center: Pelosi leaves room to delay infrastructure vote, The Hill
From the right: Pelosi could postpone Thursday infrastructure vote, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 2332 news articles covering this topic. 47% (1102) are left leaning, 31% (719) are center, and 22% (511) are right leaning.
Pelosi said she still intends to stage the infrastructure vote on Thursday, but also acknowledged her power as Speaker to delay it. While left-leaning articles highlight that business groups and some Senate Republicans have mounted an all-out drive to secure G.O.P. votes for a bipartisan infrastructure bill, right-leaning articles highlight that Pelosi is under pressure from a faction of House liberals to postpone a vote on the infrastructure measure.
A left-leaning article by The New York Times highlights that business groups and some Senate Republicans have mounted an all-out drive to secure G.O.P. votes for a bipartisan infrastructure bill. House Republican leaders are leaning on their members to reject the $1 trillion infrastructure bill by disparaging its contents.
The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said the stonewalling by Senate centrists has “completely” disrupted the Democrats’ timeline for moving Biden’s domestic agenda.
A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that Pelosi is under pressure from a faction of House liberals to postpone a vote on the infrastructure measure. She and other top Democrats are trying to convince their rank and file instead to accept a House-Senate agreement among Democrats.
Pentagon Officials Testify on Afghanistan Exit
Pentagon officials appeared before Congress this week to defend the Pentagon’s decision making in Afghanistan. While left-leaning articles highlight that Milley found himself fighting a personal battle with lawmakers who charged that he has been more preoccupied with rehabilitating and burnishing his own image, right-leaning articles highlight that Milley was grilled on the Hill over his military’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan.
There are 1374 news articles covering this topic. 40% (546) are left leaning, 29% (402) are center, and 31% (426) are right leaning.
From the left: 'I'm trying to stay apolitical.' Top US general faces wave of GOP attacks over Trump-era actions, CNN
From the center: Pentagon officials testify before House Armed Services panel on Afghanistan exit, USA Today
From the right: Milley advised Biden against Afghan pullout, denies usurping Trump’s authority, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1374 news articles covering this topic. 40% (546) are left leaning, 29% (402) are center, and 31% (426) are right leaning.
Pentagon officials appeared before Congress this week to defend the Pentagon’s decision making in Afghanistan. While left-leaning articles highlight that Milley found himself fighting a personal battle with lawmakers who charged that he has been more preoccupied with rehabilitating and burnishing his own image, right-leaning articles highlight that Milley was grilled on the Hill over his military’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan.
A left-leaning article by CNN highlights that Milley found himself fighting a personal battle with lawmakers who charged that he has been more preoccupied with rehabilitating and burnishing his own image. Republican lawmakers directed their fury at Milley for the revelation that he reassured his Chinese counterpart after intelligence revealed Beijing was worried former President Trump might launch an attack.
USA Today published a centrist article reporting that Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mark Milley, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and U.S. Central Command Gen. Kenneth "Frank" McKenzie testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee. House lawmakers scrutinized the records of each of the military leaders.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Milley was grilled on the Hill over his military’s disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. McKenzie acknowledged they had recommended that Biden keep 2,500 troops in Afghanistan.
From the center
Pentagon officials testify before House Armed Services panel on Afghanistan exit
USA Today
From the right
Milley advised Biden against Afghan pullout, denies usurping Trump’s authority
Fox News
Generals Say They Recommended Keeping U.S. Troops In Afghanistan
On Tuesday, Top Pentagon officials have stated publicly that they personally believed it would be a mistake to withdraw all American troops from Afghanistan. While left-leaning articles highlight that it was Al-Qaeda's use of Afghanistan as a base from which to plan and execute its attacks on the United States on 9/11 that triggered the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan, right-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said military advisers were “split” on whether to maintain a presence of U.S. troops in Afghanistan, despite testimony from top officials that were consistent in their recommendations to keep at least 2,500 troops in the region.
There are 1851 news articles covering this topic. 30% (561) are left leaning, 40% (739) are center, and 30% (551) are right leaning.
From the left: Pentagon Chief Defends Execution of Final Airlift from Kabul, The Boston Globe
From the center: Generals Say They Recommended Keeping U.S. Troops In Afghanistan, NPR
From the right: Psaki claims military advisers were 'split' on troops in Afghanistan, despite Milley testimony, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1851 news articles covering this topic. 30% (561) are left leaning, 40% (739) are center, and 30% (551) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, Top Pentagon officials have stated publicly that they personally believed it would be a mistake to withdraw all American troops from Afghanistan. While left-leaning articles highlight that it was Al-Qaeda's use of Afghanistan as a base from which to plan and execute its attacks on the United States on 9/11 that triggered the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan, right-leaning articles highlight that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said military advisers were “split” on whether to maintain a presence of U.S. troops in Afghanistan, despite testimony from top officials that were consistent in their recommendations to keep at least 2,500 troops in the region.
A left-leaning article by Boston Globe highlights that it was Al-Qaeda's use of Afghanistan as a base from which to plan and execute its attacks on the United States on 9/11 that triggered the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan. The Taliban remains a terrorist organization that has not broken ties with Al-Qaeda.
NPR published a centrist article reporting that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley and Commander of U.S. Central Command Gen. Kenneth McKenzie testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee. The hearing featured rigorous questioning from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said military advisers were “split” on whether to maintain a presence of U.S. troops in Afghanistan, despite testimony from top officials that were consistent in their recommendations to keep at least 2,500 troops in the region. Biden and White House officials have repeatedly said that no military leaders advised him to leave a small military presence behind.
Yellen Warns U.S. Default on Debt Will Trigger Recession
On Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that if the government’s debt limit isn't raised by October 18, the United States would default on its debt. While left-leaning articles highlight that the hearing also included a strong denunciation of Federal Chair Jerome Powell by Senator Elizabeth Warren, right-leaning articles highlight that Yellen’s revelation of the date gives Congress just three weeks before the U.S. could default on its obligations.
There are 1295 news articles covering this topic. 27% (352) are left leaning, 48% (618) are center, and 25% (325) are right leaning.
From the left: Yellen warns delay in raising debt limit will slow economy, The Washington Post
From the center: Treasury Secretary Warns U.S. Default on Debt Will Trigger Interest Rate Rise, Recession, Newsweek
From the right: Congress has until Oct. 18 to raise debt ceiling, Yellen says, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1295 news articles covering this topic. 27% (352) are left leaning, 48% (618) are center, and 25% (325) are right leaning.
On Tuesday, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that if the government’s debt limit isn't raised by October 18, the United States would default on its debt. While left-leaning articles highlight that the hearing also included a strong denunciation of Federal Chair Jerome Powell by Senator Elizabeth Warren, right-leaning articles highlight that Yellen’s revelation of the date gives Congress just three weeks before the U.S. could default on its obligations.
A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the hearing also included a strong denunciation of Federal Chair Jerome Powell by Senator Elizabeth Warren, who said she would oppose Powell’s renomination. In a separate letter that Yellen sent to congressional leaders, she reinforced her assertion that a prolonged battle over raising the limit could imperil the economy.
Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that Yellen said the government’s failure to raise the debt limit would trigger a rise in interest rates and an economic recession. Yellen added that failing to raise the debt ceiling would likely raise interest rates for U.S. citizens and the government's own interest payments on the national debt.
A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that Yellen’s revelation of the date gives Congress just three weeks before the U.S. could default on its obligations. Democrats in Congress were hoping to pass legislation to raise the debt limit as part of a package to fund the federal government.
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Treasury Secretary Warns U.S. Default on Debt Will Trigger Interest Rate Rise, Recession
Newsweek