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Will Tapping the US Oil Reserve Lower Gas Prices?

The White House announced on Tuesday that the Department of Energy will release 50 million barrels of oil from the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve. While left-leaning articles highlight that the price of natural gas has nearly doubled in the past year, right-leaning articles highlight that the decision ends weeks of speculation that President Joe Biden would resort to the measure as high prices cut into his approval ratings.

There are 2578 news articles covering this topic. 13% (343) are left leaning, 36% (915) are center, and 51% (1320) are right leaning.

From the left: Home heating prices are soaring. There’s not much we can do about it for now., The Washington Post

From the center: 'Biden administration to release 50 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve, The Hill

From the right: Biden opens Strategic Petroleum Reserve to blunt gas prices, Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2578 news articles covering this topic. 13% (343) are left leaning, 36% (915) are center, and 51% (1320) are right leaning.

The White House announced on Tuesday that the Department of Energy will release 50 million barrels of oil from the nation’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve. While left-leaning articles highlight that the price of natural gas has nearly doubled in the past year, right-leaning articles highlight that the decision ends weeks of speculation that President Joe Biden would resort to the measure as high prices cut into his approval ratings.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the price of natural gas has nearly doubled in the past year. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, households that heat with propane could spend up to 94 percent more on their energy bills than they did a year ago.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that of the 50 million barrels, 32 million will eventually be returned to the strategic reserve over the years ahead. Another 18 million barrels will be released as an acceleration of an oil sale Congress had already authorized. 

A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that the decision ends weeks of speculation that President Joe Biden would resort to the measure as high prices cut into his approval ratings. The decision came in spite of opposition from domestic oil producers. 



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White House Office to Coordinate Climate Change Policies

The White House is set to create a new division of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) that will coordinate federal climate change policy. While left-leaning articles highlight that the announcement illustrates that the White House is racing to fulfill President Biden’s ambitious commitments to combat climate change, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden insisted Tuesday that the country’s rising gas prices are not a result of his administration’s climate change policies.

There are 2458 news articles covering this topic. 36% (887) are left leaning, 33% (812) are center, and 31% (759) are right leaning.

From the left: White House creates new energy division to coordinate climate change policies, The Washington Post

From the center: New White House office to coordinate climate change policies, The Hill

From the right: Biden says climate change policies not responsible for 'inflated gas prices', Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2458 news articles covering this topic. 36% (887) are left leaning, 33% (812) are center, and 31% (759) are right leaning.

The White House is set to create a new division of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) that will coordinate federal climate change policy. While left-leaning articles highlight that the announcement illustrates that the White House is racing to fulfill President Biden’s ambitious commitments to combat climate change, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden insisted Tuesday that the country’s rising gas prices are not a result of his administration’s climate change policies.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the announcement illustrates that the White House is racing to fulfill President Biden’s ambitious commitments to combat climate change. Biden has called for achieving 100 percent clean electricity by 2035 and eliminating the nation’s carbon emissions by 2050.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the Biden administration will appoint Sally Benson to head the newly created division. The White House said the OSTP Energy Division will be focused on planning the transition to renewable energy.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden insisted Tuesday that the country’s rising gas prices are not a result of his administration’s climate change policies. Biden’s comments also came during a speech about the economy, during which he also delivered a Thanksgiving message. 



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White House Says 95% of Federal Employees Have Complied with Vaccine Mandate

On Monday, the White House announced that almost 95% of federal workers who fall under a Biden administration requirement that they receive the COVID-19 vaccine have complied. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden administration said it considers any federal worker who is in the process of getting vaccinated or requesting an exemption as "in compliance" with the mandate, right-leaning articles highlight that an additional 5% of federal employees have received a medical or religious exemption or extra time to come into compliance.

There are 2154 news articles covering this topic. 32% (694) are left leaning, 38% (811) are center, and 30% (649) are right leaning.

From the left: White House: About 95 percent of federal workers have complied with vaccine mandate, Politico

From the center: 'Vaccine requirements work': White House says 95% of federal employees have complied with vaccine mandate, USA Today

From the right: White House: Over 90% of federal workers have at least one COVID-19 shot, Washington Times

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2154 news articles covering this topic. 32% (694) are left leaning, 38% (811) are center, and 30% (649) are right leaning.

On Monday, the White House announced that almost 95% of federal workers who fall under a Biden administration requirement that they receive the COVID-19 vaccine have complied. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Biden administration said it considers any federal worker who is in the process of getting vaccinated or requesting an exemption as "in compliance" with the mandate, right-leaning articles highlight that an additional 5% of federal employees have received a medical or religious exemption or extra time to come into compliance.

A left-leaning article by Politico highlights that the Biden administration said it considers any federal worker who is in the process of getting vaccinated or requesting an exemption as "in compliance" with the mandate. Federal workers had to receive their last dose of the vaccine no later than Nov. 8 to meet the deadline Monday.

USA Today published a centrist article reporting that White House press secretary Jen Psaki said more than 90% of federal workers will have received at least one dose of the vaccine by the end of the day. The executive office of the president already reached a 99% vaccination rate.

A right-leaning article by Washington Times highlights that an additional 5% of federal employees have received a medical or religious exemption or extra time to come into compliance. Agencies are expected to announce their own vaccination rates in the coming days.



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Biden Appoints Jerome Powell to a Second Term as Chairman of the Federal Reserve

President Biden re-appointed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell for a second term. While left-leaning articles highlight that Powell emerged stronger than ever from the economic, domestic and political convulsions of 2020, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden also tapped Fed governor Lael Brainard as vice-chair.

There are 1973 news articles covering this topic. 47% (928) are left leaning, 26% (513) are center, and 27% (532) are right leaning.

From the left: Biden taps Powell for second term as Fed chair in sign of continuity at central bank, The Washington Post

From the center: The Memo: Rittenhouse verdict reverberates across polarized nation, The Hill

From the right: Stocks mixed as Biden taps Fed’s Powell for second term, Fox Business

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1973 news articles covering this topic. 47% (928) are left leaning, 26% (513) are center, and 27% (532) are right leaning.

President Biden re-appointed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell for a second term. While left-leaning articles highlight that Powell emerged stronger than ever from the economic, domestic and political convulsions of 2020, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden also tapped Fed governor Lael Brainard as vice-chair.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Powell emerged stronger than ever from the economic, domestic and political convulsions of 2020. During his first term as Federal Reserve chair, Powell faced blistering political pressure and an enormous economic crisis.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Powell is a Republican and has chaired the Fed board of governors since 2018. He was nominated to the Fed board by former President Obama.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden also tapped Fed governor Lael Brainard as vice-chair. Investors took their nominations in stride.



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Rittenhouse Verdict Reverberates Across Polarized Nation

On Friday, many Americans reacted with rage and others with delight after Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted on all counts. While left-leaning articles highlight that Rittenhouse said “self-defense is not illegal” in a video promoting a Tucker Carlson Originals special on the case, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden tweeted during the presidential campaign a video focusing on white supremacism that included Rittenhouse.

There are 2433 news articles covering this topic. 13% (328) are left leaning, 45% (1087) are center, and 42% (1018) are right leaning.

From the left: 'Self-defense is not illegal': Kyle Rittenhouse tells Fox News after not-guilty verdict, CNN

From the center: The Memo: Rittenhouse verdict reverberates across polarized nation, The Hill

From the right: Biden ducks question about whether he stands by calling Kyle Rittenhouse a white supremacist, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2433 news articles covering this topic. 13% (328) are left leaning, 45% (1087) are center, and 42% (1018) are right leaning.

On Friday, many Americans reacted with rage and others with delight after Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted on all counts. While left-leaning articles highlight that Rittenhouse said “self-defense is not illegal” in a video promoting a Tucker Carlson Originals special on the case, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden tweeted during the presidential campaign a video focusing on white supremacism that included Rittenhouse.

A left-leaning article by CNN highlights that Rittenhouse said “self-defense is not illegal” in a video promoting a Tucker Carlson Originals special on the case. A panel of five men and seven women deliberated more than 25 hours over the past four days.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the verdict served as the latest example of how deeply the nation is cleaved along ideological lines. For liberals, Rittenhouse’s acquittal was an outrage.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden tweeted during the presidential campaign a video focusing on white supremacism that included Rittenhouse. During his campaign, Biden shared an image of Rittenhouse in a video he tweeted attempting to link Trump to White supremacists.  



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GOP Leader McCarthy Spoke for More than 8 Hours to Delay Passage of Spending Bill

On Thursday, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy spoke for 8 hours and 32 minutes. While left-leaning articles highlight that House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said that he spends “a lot of time thinking about the next Congress,” right-leaning articles highlight that McCarthy prompted Democrats to postpone the vote on Biden’s spending bill until at least later Friday morning.

There are 3251 news articles covering this topic. 67% (2187) are left leaning, 25% (799) are center, and 8% (265) are right leaning.

From the left: ‘Can I be speaker?’ Kevin McCarthy asks — for eight hours straight, The Washington Post

From the center: GOP leader McCarthy spoke for more than 8 hours to delay passage of spending bill, NPR

From the right: McCarthy delays vote on Biden’s Build Back Better Act during marathon speech, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 3251 news articles covering this topic. 67% (2187) are left leaning, 25% (799) are center, and 8% (265) are right leaning.

On Thursday, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy spoke for 8 hours and 32 minutes. While left-leaning articles highlight that House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said that he spends “a lot of time thinking about the next Congress,” right-leaning articles highlight that McCarthy prompted Democrats to postpone the vote on Biden’s spending bill until at least later Friday morning.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said that he spends “a lot of time thinking about the next Congress.” The article notes that McCarthy used his time to take a stand transparently aimed at appealing to the conservative movement. 

NPR published a centrist article reporting that McCarthy rose at 8:38 pm EST to speak in opposition to the Democrats’ Build Back Better Act. he concluded his remarks at 5:10 a.m. Friday.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that McCarthy prompted Democrats to postpone the vote on Biden’s spending bill until at least later Friday morning. McCarthy rattled off stories including when he won $5,000 in the lottery as a younger man and the problems that the country faces.



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Can Education Be a Winning Issue for Republicans

On Wednesday, incoming Virginia Glenn Youngkin said his victory in a strongly Democratic state showed a winning path for Republicans to talk about education. While left-leaning articles highlight that Youngkin said that while polls rank education as an unimportant issue, it is top of mind for voters, right-leaning articles highlight Senate Republicans see education and the concern around Critical Race Theory as critical issues in the 2022 midterm elections.

There are 964 news articles covering this topic. 32% (312) are left leaning, 29% (279) are center, and 39% (373) are right leaning.

From the left: Youngkin says education can be a winning issue for Republicans, MSN

From the center: Youngkin: Victory shows winning GOP path on education, AP News

From the right: EXCLUSIVE: Republicans See Education, CRT As A Way To Win Big With Suburban Voters, Daily Caller

 

We ran the numbers: There are 964 news articles covering this topic. 32% (312) are left leaning, 29% (279) are center, and 39% (373) are right leaning.

On Wednesday, incoming Virginia Glenn Youngkin said his victory in a strongly Democratic state showed a winning path for Republicans to talk about education. While left-leaning articles highlight that Youngkin said that while polls rank education as an unimportant issue, it is top of mind for voters, right-leaning articles highlight Senate Republicans see education and the concern around Critical Race Theory as critical issues in the 2022 midterm elections.

A left-leaning article by MSN highlights that Youngkin said that while polls rank education as an unimportant issue, it is top of mind for voters. Youngkin’s campaign consistently focused on the issue of education and school curricula. 

AP News published a centrist article reporting that Youngkin spoke at the Republican Governors Association annual meeting in Phoenix. Youngkin said education is an isse where the GOP has “historically been a bit on our heels.”

A right-leaning article by Daily Caller highlights that Senate Republicans see education and the concern around Critical Race Theory as critical issues in the 2022 midterm elections. CRT in education is a winning message for Republicans going into the 2022 midterms.



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Biden, Trudeau and López Obrador at North America Leaders' Summit

On Thursday, President Joe Biden joined Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexico President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to highlight the neighboring countries’ close ties. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden, Trudeau, and López Obrador spoke of their mutual respect, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden only made passing mention of the raging US-Mexico border crisis when he welcomed López Obrador to the White House.

There are 1200 news articles covering this topic. 66% (1200) are left leaning, 23% (409) are center, and 11% (196) are right leaning.

From the left: Biden praises Canada, Mexico as leaders discuss strains, The Washington Post

From the center: Biden, Trudeau, López Obrador tackle immigration, supply chain at North America Leaders' Summit, USA Today

From the right: Despite migrant crisis, border ‘not real focus’ for Biden in summit with Mexico President AMLO, New York Post

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1200 news articles covering this topic. 66% (1200) are left leaning, 23% (409) are center, and 11% (196) are right leaning.

On Thursday, President Joe Biden joined Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexico President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to highlight the neighboring countries’ close ties. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden, Trudeau, and López Obrador spoke of their mutual respect, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden only made passing mention of the raging US-Mexico border crisis when he welcomed López Obrador to the White House.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden, Trudeau, and López Obrador spoke of their mutual respect. The three leaders also found themselves dealing with new strains in trade, immigration, and climate change. 

USA Today published a centrist article reporting that regional friction over issues like trade and immigration remained even as the U.S. president attempted to reset relations. Biden met face-to-face with Trudeau and López Obrador together for the first time since the leaders took office.

A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that Biden only made passing mention of the raging US-Mexico border crisis when he welcomed López Obrador to the White House. López Obrador urged new US migration rules to facilitate legal labor exchanges



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House Censures Rep. Gosar

On Wednesday, the House voted to censure Republican Representative Paul Gosar of Arizona for posting an animated video that depicted him killing Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with a sword. While left-leaning articles highlight that the resolution also removes Gosar from his assignments on the House Oversight and Natural Resources committees, right-leaning articles highlight that Gosar shared the video in question last week before deleting it.

There are 1034 news articles covering this topic. 66% (682) are left leaning, 30% (310) are center, and 4% (42) are right leaning.

From the left: House censures Rep. Gosar, ejects him from committees over video depicting slaying of Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, The Washington Post

From the center: House censures Rep. Gosar for violent video in rare rebuke, AP News

From the right: Arizona's Gosar to face House censure resolution vote Wednesday, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1034 news articles covering this topic. 66% (682) are left leaning, 30% (310) are center, and 4% (42) are right leaning.

On Wednesday, the House voted to censure Republican Representative Paul Gosar of Arizona for posting an animated video that depicted him killing Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with a sword. While left-leaning articles highlight that the resolution also removes Gosar from his assignments on the House Oversight and Natural Resources committees, right-leaning articles highlight that Gosar shared the video in question last week before deleting it.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that the resolution also removes Gosar from his assignments on the House Oversight and Natural Resources committees. Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said during Wednesday’s debate that GOP leaders’ refusal to reprimand Gosar was “outrageous.”

AP News published a centrist article reporting that Democrats argued Gosar’s conduct would not be tolerated in any other workplace. The vote to censure Gosar and remove him from his House committee assignments was approved by a vote of 223-207.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Gosar shared the video in question last week before deleting it. Gosar said in a statement that the video was a “symbolic cartoon” about immigration policy.



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GOP Senators Challenge Biden Vaccine Mandate

Senate Republicans are filing a formal challenge to President Biden’s vaccine-or-test COVID-19 mandate for businesses. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republicans seeking to energize their core voters are turning to the Biden administration’s vaccine mandates, right-leaning articles highlight that GOP Senator Mike Braun of Indiana will lead all 49 of his Senate Republican colleagues in moving to strike down the Biden administration’s rule.

There are 2271 news articles covering this topic. 57% (1293) are left leaning, 31% (709) are center, and 12% (269) are right leaning.

From the left: Republicans seize on federal vaccine mandates to fire up their base and try to court new voters worried about the economy, CNN

From the center: GOP senators filing challenge to Biden vaccine mandate for businesses, The Hill

From the right: Senate Republicans to formally challenge Biden OSHA vaccine mandate, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2271 news articles covering this topic. 57% (1293) are left leaning, 31% (709) are center, and 12% (269) are right leaning.

Senate Republicans are filing a formal challenge to President Biden’s vaccine-or-test COVID-19 mandate for businesses. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republicans seeking to energize their core voters are turning to the Biden administration’s vaccine mandates, right-leaning articles highlight that GOP Senator Mike Braun of Indiana will lead all 49 of his Senate Republican colleagues in moving to strike down the Biden administration’s rule.

A left-leaning article by CNN highlights that Republicans seeking to energize their core voters are turning to the Biden administration’s vaccine mandates. Republicans are advocating for a slender minority of Americans as they champion the rights of the unvaccinated.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that all 50 GOP senators joined to file their protest of the executive rule under the Congressional Review Act (CRA). The mandate is expected to affect millions of workers.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that GOP Senator Mike Braun of Indiana will lead all 49 of his Senate Republican colleagues in moving to strike down the Biden administration’s rule. Braun slammed the Biden administration for “heavy-handed government.”



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Wyoming GOP Votes to no Longer Recognize Rep. Liz Cheney as a Republican

The Republican party of Wyoming will no longer consider their sole U.S. House lawmaker, Representative Liz Cheney, as a member of the GOP. While left-leaning articles highlight that since the beginning of the year, not much has changed about Representative Liz Cheney’s politics, right-leaning articles highlight that the Wyoming GOP Central Committee voted 31-29 on Saturday to no longer acknowledge Cheney.

There are 2379 news articles covering this topic. 44% (1049) are left leaning, 46% (1105) are center, and 10% (225) are right leaning.

From the left: With Trump sidelined, the GOP has learned to enforce loyalty to Trumpism all by itself, The Washington Post

From the center: Wyoming GOP votes to no longer recognize Rep. Liz Cheney as a Republican, USA Today

From the right: Liz Cheney no longer recognized by Wyoming GOP, Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2379 news articles covering this topic. 44% (1049) are left leaning, 46% (1105) are center, and 10% (225) are right leaning.

The Republican party of Wyoming will no longer consider their sole U.S. House lawmaker, Representative Liz Cheney, as a member of the GOP. While left-leaning articles highlight that since the beginning of the year, not much has changed about Representative Liz Cheney’s politics, right-leaning articles highlight that the Wyoming GOP Central Committee voted 31-29 on Saturday to no longer acknowledge Cheney.  

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that since the beginning of the year, not much has changed about Representative Liz Cheney’s politics. The Republican party is still pushing forward in its efforts to enforce a standard of loyalty centered around Trumpism.

USA Today published a centrist article reporting that Cheney was one of 10 Republicans who voted to impeach Trump in January following the insurrection attempt on the U.S. Capitol. Cheney has repeatedly defended her vote to impeach Trump.

A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that the Wyoming GOP Central Committee voted 31-29 on Saturday to no longer acknowledge Cheney. The state’s Republican leaders held the vote after several counties voted to no longer count her among their ranks.

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Liz Cheney no longer recognized by Wyoming GOP

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Can Biden’s Plan Address Inflation?

On Tuesday, centrist Senator Joe Manchin said that he remains worried about inflation and is not buying the argument from other Democrats that Biden’s Build Back Better will lower everyday costs. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Consumer Price Index rose more than 6% over the past twelve months, right-leaning articles highlight that the Republican National Committee slammed Biden in a new video over his administration’s previous attempts to downplay rising inflation.

There are 6431 news articles covering this topic. 47% (3022) are left leaning, 37% (2383) are center, and 16% (1026) are right leaning.

From the left: Can Biden’s Agenda Survive Inflation?, The New Yorker

From the center: Manchin uncertain Biden plan will address inflation, The Hill

From the right: RNC blasts Biden admin for previously downplaying inflation concerns, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 6431 news articles covering this topic. 47% (3022) are left leaning, 37% (2383) are center, and 16% (1026) are right leaning.

On Tuesday, centrist Senator Joe Manchin said that he remains worried about inflation and is not buying the argument from other Democrats that Biden’s Build Back Better will lower everyday costs. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Consumer Price Index rose more than 6% over the past twelve months, right-leaning articles highlight that the Republican National Committee slammed Biden in a new video over his administration’s previous attempts to downplay rising inflation.

A left-leaning article by The New Yorker highlights that the Consumer Price Index rose more than 6% over the past twelve months. Biden’s inflation problem, combined with his low approval ratings may overwhelm the rest of Biden’s agenda.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Manchin said he’s hearing complaints about inflation from constituents at home. Manchin expressed uncertainty about whether the Build Back Better Act would make sense.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that the Republican National Committee slammed Biden in a new video over his administration’s previous attempts to downplay rising inflation. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen claimed the rising inflation was “transitory.”

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Can Biden’s Agenda Survive Inflation?

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White House Says Pandemic is the Source of Rising Inflation: Latest COVID-19 Updates

As Americans face higher prices and supply chain issues, the White House says the pandemic is the source of rising inflation. While left-leaning articles highlight that White House Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese states that economic growth in America is growing faster than any major economy, right-leaning articles highlight that former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says that the country’s too-high inflation could lead to Donald Trump being reelected.

There are 1356 news articles covering this topic. 39% (527) are left leaning, 39% (533) are center, and 22% (296) are right leaning.

From the left: NEC Director talks rising inflation as Biden pushes economic agenda, MSNBC

From the center: Nearly 75% plan to keep holiday gatherings to household, poll shows; New York City allows boosters for all adults: COVID-19 updates, USA Today

From the right: Former Obama adviser says uncontrolled inflation 'risks bringing Donald Trump back to power', Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1356 news articles covering this topic. 39% (527) are left leaning, 39% (533) are center, and 22% (296) are right leaning.

As Americans face higher prices and supply chain issues, the White House says the pandemic is the source of rising inflation. While left-leaning articles highlight that White House Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese states that economic growth in America is growing faster than any major economy, right-leaning articles highlight that former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says that the country’s too-high inflation could lead to Donald Trump being reelected.

A left-leaning article by MSNBC highlights that White House Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese states that economic growth in America is growing faster than any major economy. “We’re going to make history today,” Deese says about the infrastructure bill signing Monday.

USA Today published a centrist article reporting that according to a new survey, almost 72% of poll respondents said they plan to limit their celebration to members of their household. Meanwhile, 51% said they will request that guests wear masks. 

A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers says that the country’s too-high inflation could lead to Donald Trump being reelected. Summers argued that the government must reevaluate the threat that higher prices play.



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Bannon Surrenders to FBI

On Friday, the Department of Justice scored an indictment against ex-Trump White House adviser Stephen Bannon after filing two charges of criminal contempt of Congress. While left-leaning articles highlight that Bannon told the news media, “We’re taking down the Biden regime,” right-leaning articles highlight that Bannon will be arraigned next Thursday and was given strict limits on travel outside of Washington, D.C.

There are 1239 news articles covering this topic. 44% (558) are left leaning, 42% (581) are center, and 4% (100) are right leaning.

From the left: Bannon Surrenders After He Was Indicted on Charges of Contempt of Congress, Boston Globe

From the center: Defiant Bannon warns of 'misdemeanor from hell' for Biden, The Hill

From the right: Steve Bannon rails against 'misdemeanor from hell' as he's released ahead of trial, Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1239 news articles covering this topic. 44% (558) are left leaning, 42% (581) are center, and 4% (100) are right leaning.

On Friday, the Department of Justice scored an indictment against ex-Trump White House adviser Stephen Bannon after filing two charges of criminal contempt of Congress. While left-leaning articles highlight that Bannon told the news media, “We’re taking down the Biden regime,” right-leaning articles highlight that Bannon will be arraigned next Thursday and was given strict limits on travel outside of Washington, D.C.

A left-leaning article by The Boston Globe highlights that Bannon told the news media, “We’re taking down the Biden regime.” Bannon did not enter a plea. 

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Bannon threatened to make the charges against him “the misdemeanor from hell” for the Biden administration as he exited his first court appearance after being indicted for defying a congressional subpoena. The Department of Justice said Bannon failed to “comply in any way” for a request for documents.

A right-leaning article by The Washington Examiner highlights that Bannon will be arraigned next Thursday and was given strict limits on travel outside of Washington, D.C. Bannon warned that Biden and the Democrats should ask Hillary Clinton what happens when one goes against him and Donald Trump.



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Ad Against Democrats Over Social Spending Bill and Inflation

On Friday, conservative group Club for Growth announced that it launched digital ads against five Democrats. While left-leaning articles highlight that soaring inflation is quickly becoming a political liability for Biden, who has shifted his public message to acknowledging the problem, right-leaning highlights that new numbers show that inflation continues to rise and might not be temporary.

There are 3918 news articles covering this topic. 42% (1636) are left leaning, 41% (1626) are center, and 17% (656) are right leaning.

From the left: Here's what Joe Biden can -- and can't -- do to fight inflation, CNN

From the center: Club for Growth launches ad against Democrats over social spending bill, The Hill

From the right: Club for Growth launches ad against Democrats over social spending bill, The Hill

 

We ran the numbers: There are 3918 news articles covering this topic. 42% (1636) are left leaning, 41% (1626) are center, and 17% (656) are right leaning.

On Friday, conservative group Club for Growth announced that it launched digital ads against five Democrats. While left-leaning articles highlight that soaring inflation is quickly becoming a political liability for Biden, who has shifted his public message to acknowledging the problem, right-leaning highlights that new numbers show that inflation continues to rise and might not be temporary.

A left-leaning article by CNN highlights that soaring inflation is quickly becoming a political liability for Biden, who has shifted his public message to acknowledging the problem. However, there remains little Biden or any president can do in the short term.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that the digital ads pushed Democrats to get their lawmakers to vote against a $1.75 trillion social spending bill. The ad comes amid a report from the Labor Department that showed inflation reached a 30-year high. 

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that new numbers show that inflation continues to rise and might not be temporary. The situation may put key Democrats in a tough spot when crafting and voting on their party’s social spending bill.



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Jan. 6 Panel: Mark Meadows Defiance Could Lead to Contempt Referral

The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol said it is eyeing a contempt of Congress referral for Mark Meadows. While left-leaning articles highlight that Meadows’ refusal to comply comes amid escalating legal battles between the committee and Trump, right-leaning articles highlight that Chairman Bennie Thompson told Meadows's attorney, George Terwilliger, that he is not protected by executive privilege.

There are 2241 news articles covering this topic. 55% (1228) are left leaning, 38% (853) are center, and 7% (160) are right leaning.

From the left: Mark Meadows to Defy Subpoena as Jan. 6 Panel Threatens Contempt, Boston Globe

From the center: Mark Meadows' "defiance" could lead to contempt referral, Jan. 6 panel says, NPR

From the right: Jan. 6 committee threatens to hold Mark Meadows in contempt, Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2241 news articles covering this topic. 55% (1228) are left leaning, 38% (853) are center, and 7% (160) are right leaning.

The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol said it is eyeing a contempt of Congress referral for Mark Meadows. While left-leaning articles highlight that Meadows’ refusal to comply comes amid escalating legal battles between the committee and Trump, right-leaning articles highlight that Chairman Bennie Thompson told Meadows's attorney, George Terwilliger, that he is not protected by executive privilege.

A left-leaning article by The Boston Globe highlights that Meadows’ refusal to comply comes amid escalating legal battles between the committee and Trump. Biden has so far waived most of Trump’s assertions of privilege over documents.

NPR published a centrist article reporting that the former White House chief of staff missed a Friday deadline set by panel members to answer their questions. Meadows’ attorney has maintained it is up to the courts to resolve the dispute over executive privilege between his client and the panel. 

A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that Chairman Bennie Thompson told Meadows's attorney, George Terwilliger, that he is not protected by executive privilege. If Meadows does not provide documents and appear for deposition by 10 a.m. on Friday, the committee will consider referring him to the Justice Department for criminal charges.



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Crippling Inflation Could Kill Joe Biden's Build Back Better Bill

President Joe Biden’s proposed Build Back Better Act could be at risk with inflation at its highest level in 30 years. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden is overseeing a bumpy economic recovery that is sending a steady stream of contradictory signals, right-leaning articles highlight that liberal CNN dusted off the cliché “Republicans pounce” to describe why the ongoing inflation crisis is a disaster for Biden.

There are 3620 news articles covering this topic. 48% (1732) are left leaning, 39% (1400) are center, and 13% (488) are right leaning.

From the left: The Biden economy is being defined by these two numbers, The Washington Post

From the center: Crippling Inflation Could Kill Joe Biden's Build Back Better Bill, Newsweek

From the right: CNN whips out ‘Republicans pounce’ cliché to describe why inflation crisis is nightmare for Biden, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 3620 news articles covering this topic. 48% (1732) are left leaning, 39% (1400) are center, and 13% (488) are right leaning.

President Joe Biden’s proposed Build Back Better Act could be at risk with inflation at its highest level in 30 years. While left-leaning articles highlight that Biden is overseeing a bumpy economic recovery that is sending a steady stream of contradictory signals, right-leaning articles highlight that liberal CNN dusted off the cliché “Republicans pounce” to describe why the ongoing inflation crisis is a disaster for Biden.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Biden is overseeing a bumpy economic recovery that is sending a steady stream of contradictory signals. Surging inflation has grabbed headlines, enough that Biden himself felt the need to express personal concerns on Wednesday. 

Newsweek published a centrist article reporting that the Consumer Price Index for October recorded a 6.2 percent increase year on year in figures. There is concern that Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) won’t back the bill, as his vote is crucial in passing the bill through the budget reconciliation process. 

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that liberal CNN dusted off the cliché “Republicans pounce” to describe why the ongoing inflation crisis is a disaster for Biden. The article notes that conservatives often knock media outlets for using the “Republicans pounce” framework to present an issue potentially damaging to Democrats as one of simply rank partisanship.



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Death Threats, Tweets Jolt GOP Infrastructure Supporters

GOP infrastructure supporters were met with condemning tweets and a death threat. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republican Representative Paul Gosar tweeted a video showing a character with his face killing a figure with Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s face, right-leaning articles highlight that a Long Island man was arrested after allegedly making a death threat to Congressman Andrew Garbarino.

There are 2232 news articles covering this topic. 64% (1422) are left leaning, 33% (735) are center, and 3% (75) are right leaning.

From the left: GOP leaders say little to condemn violent political rhetoric, The Washington Post

From the center: Death threats, tweets jolt GOP infrastructure supporters, AP News

From the right: Man arrested for making death threat to Long Island congressman: cops, New York Post

 

We ran the numbers: There are 2232 news articles covering this topic. 64% (1422) are left leaning, 33% (735) are center, and 3% (75) are right leaning.

GOP infrastructure supporters were met with condemning tweets and a death threat. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republican Representative Paul Gosar tweeted a video showing a character with his face killing a figure with Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s face, right-leaning articles highlight that a Long Island man was arrested after allegedly making a death threat to Congressman Andrew Garbarino.

A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Republican Representative Paul Gosar tweeted a video showing a character with his face killing a figure with Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s face. The article notes that Republicans appear increasingly tolerant of at least some persistent level of violence in American discourse.

AP News published a centrist article reporting that GOP infrastructure supporters were savaged by former President Donald Trump and hard-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga. Their names and office telephone numbers were tweeted, and one of the 13 says he received a death threat.

A right-leaning article by New York Post highlights that a Long Island man was arrested after allegedly making a death threat to Congressman Andrew Garbarino. Kenneth Gasper is accused of phoning in the threat directed at Garbarino. 



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Biden to Sign Massive Infrastructure Bill

On Monday, President Biden will sign the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republicans are increasingly divided over the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will soon become law, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden will be joined by members of Congress to sign the bill and a “diverse group of leaders who fought for its passage across the country.”

There are 1314 news articles covering this topic. 50% (660) are left leaning, 38% (492) are center, and 12% (162) are right leaning.

From the left: Tensions rise among Republicans over infrastructure bill and whether any agreement with Biden should be tolerated, The Washington Post

From the center: White House rushes with infrastructure fixes for US economy, AP News

From the right: Biden to sign bipartisan infrastructure bill on Monday, Fox News

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1314 news articles covering this topic. 50% (660) are left leaning, 38% (492) are center, and 12% (162) are right leaning.

On Monday, President Biden will sign the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law. While left-leaning articles highlight that Republicans are increasingly divided over the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will soon become law, right-leaning articles highlight that Biden will be joined by members of Congress to sign the bill and a “diverse group of leaders who fought for its passage across the country.”

 A left-leaning article by The Washington Post highlights that Republicans are increasingly divided over the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will soon become law. Tensions are rising among GOP members over whether the party should remain united against all aspects of Biden’s agenda. 

AP News published a centrist article reporting that the Biden administration is relying on infrastructure dollars to help fix the clogged ports and blanket the nation with internet access. However, a series of initiatives rolled out Tuesday to show that the administration’s pace might not be fast enough.

A right-leaning article by Fox News highlights that Biden will be joined by members of Congress to sign the bill and a “diverse group of leaders who fought for its passage across the country.” The announcement comes after the House of Representatives voted 228-206 on Friday to pass the legislation.



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Vaccine Mandate Debate Continues

On Wednesday, national industry groups representing retail, truckers and independent businesses sued the Biden administration. While left-leaning articles highlight that the National Retail Federation, the National Federation of Independent Businesses and the American Trucking Associations told a U.S. Court in their lawsuit that businesses would lose employees, right-leaning articles highlight that the Trump-linked America First Policy institute is the latest group to sue the Biden administration over its effort to impose a workplace COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

There are 1004 news articles covering this topic. 14% (143) are left leaning, 34% (342) are center, and 52% (519) are right leaning.

From the left: Retail and trucking trade groups sue Biden administration to overturn vaccine mandate, CNBC

From the center: Toyota planning January return to US headquarters in Texas without vaccine mandate: report, The Hill

From the right: Trump group latest to sue over Biden's OSHA vaccine rule, Washington Examiner

 

We ran the numbers: There are 1004 news articles covering this topic. 14% (143) are left leaning, 34% (342) are center, and 52% (519) are right leaning.

On Wednesday, national industry groups representing retail, truckers and independent businesses sued the Biden administration. While left-leaning articles highlight that the National Retail Federation, the National Federation of Independent Businesses and the American Trucking Associations told a U.S. Court in their lawsuit that businesses would lose employees, right-leaning articles highlight that the Trump-linked America First Policy institute is the latest group to sue the Biden administration over its effort to impose a workplace COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

A left-leaning article by CNBC highlights that the National Retail Federation, the National Federation of Independent Businesses and the American Trucking Associations told a U.S. Court in their lawsuit that businesses would lose employees. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals already halted the vaccine and testing requirements pending review on Saturday.

The Hill published a centrist article reporting that Toyota is planning to return to its U.S. headquarters in Texas in January without a COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The decision comes less than a week after the Biden administration published a new vaccine mandate developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

A right-leaning article by Washington Examiner highlights that the Trump-linked America First Policy institute is the latest group to sue the Biden administration over its effort to impose a workplace COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Biden’s new Occupational Safety and Health Administration rule would require all businesses with more than 100 employees to mandate vaccines.



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