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Every story, by the day it broke.
The full record of past coverage, each event as covered across the spectrum, with framing analysis where it's been decoded. Not every story reaches all three sides.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Trump's tariff war with Canada threatens GOP candidates in border battlegrounds
President Trump's trade dispute with Canada, involving tariffs, is occurring roughly 10 weeks before the midterm elections. The situation is affecting Republican candidates in states near the U.S.-Canada border, amid existing economic concerns among voters. Tariffs of 50 percent on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports took effect over a weekend.
Air Force Major Jason Watson Hit With Military Charges After Trump Protest
Major Jason Watson, a U.S. Air Force officer, faces military charges after making public statements criticizing President Trump, related to the Iran war and a call for his impeachment; he was arrested in July on the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
El-Sayed spars with Jesse Watters on Fox News on immigration, Iran war: 'Let me just answer the question'
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed (D) appeared on Fox News' 'Jesse Watters Primetime' on Monday and had a contentious exchange with host Jesse Watters. The interview covered multiple topics including immigration, the Iran war, transgender athletes, and other culture-war issues. At points El-Sayed and Watters clashed over the direction of questions.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Pentagon attack on Stars and Stripes is part of Trump's war on media
Stars and Stripes, a newspaper serving American troops, had its editor-in-chief Erik Slavin fired by the Pentagon. The firing followed the earlier removal of the publisher and a reporter. Slavin has raised questions about whether the paper will remain editorially independent.
Graham’s win in South Carolina shows Trump’s still got sway
Darline Graham, who is currently filling the U.S. Senate seat previously held by her late brother Lindsey Graham, won the Republican primary runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman in South Carolina. Graham had no prior elected office experience before being appointed to the seat. President Trump endorsed Graham, and a super PAC linked to his advisers spent close to $800,000 supporting her campaign. She will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November general election and is considered the favorite. The runoff also coincided with a Republican primary runoff in Oklahoma involving Mike Mazzei.
Trump review could pull visas from 200,000 asylum seekers
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke B1 and B2 (business and tourism) visas held by up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum in the United States. The State Department is conducting the review, which would be described as the largest mass visa revocation in history, carried out on a rolling or wave-by-wave basis, covering visas issued between 2016 and 2026.
Map Shows States With Most Mail-in Voting as Supreme Court Backs Trump Admin
The Supreme Court issued an order on Monday allowing the Trump administration to proceed, for now, with parts of an executive order restricting mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections. The vote was 6-3, with the court's conservative majority ruling over dissent from the three Democratic-appointed justices. The order paused a lower court ruling (from a federal judge, described as being in Boston/District Court) that had blocked the policy. The court did not rule on the final legality of Trump's order, saying it was too early for states to challenge it. Postal Service work related to the order remains blocked nationwide. California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state would pursue further legal action.
San Francisco 49ers owner jailed after prostitution arrest
Jed York, principal owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested in Ohio on a prostitution related charge. He later pleaded no contest to two charges and was jailed.
Sonya Massey's killer Sean Grayson dies in US prison
Sean Grayson, a former law enforcement officer who killed Sonya Massey in 2024, has died at age 32 after being treated for cancer.
US launches new drug boat strike in the Caribbean, citing narcoterrorism
The U.S. military carried out a strike on a boat in the Pacific that killed two people. This strike came after a roughly two-month pause in such operations. It is part of a broader campaign of strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels that has killed more than 200 people in total since the campaign began.
Buttigieg returns to South Carolina as Democrats begin positioning for 2028
Pete Buttigieg visited South Carolina. He has not officially announced whether he will run for president in 2028, though the visit is seen as related to potential positioning for a future presidential run.
Iowa Senate candidates zero in on cancer crisis as key race tightens
Iowa's high rate of cancer diagnoses has become a major issue in Iowa's Senate race. The race features Democratic state legislator Josh Turek and Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson. Candidates are presenting differing approaches to addressing the cancer issue.
Trump’s Iran Sanctions Test Whether US or China Will Blink First
The Trump administration has announced new sanctions targeting Iran's economy. These sanctions extend to countries, businesses, and banks that trade with Iran, with particular impact on China, which is described as Iran's largest oil customer and trading partner. China has objected to the sanctions. The move follows prior U.S. military action against Iran.
Bessent doubles down on Trump warnings: 'Entering the endgame' on Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States is 'entering the endgame' regarding Iran, referencing new economic measures set to begin Monday. Bessent made these comments in a Sunday op-ed in the Financial Times, echoing statements from President Trump about actions against Iran.
Sailor aboard USS Abraham Lincoln decries father’s ICE detention
A sailor aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, identified as Joshua Aviles, said his father was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while he was deployed at sea. The deployment lasted roughly nine months.
'Absolutely ridiculous': Canadians react to new tariff tensions with the US
There is an escalating trade dispute involving tariffs between the United States and Canada. The dispute has caused tension between the two countries and is a topic of public and political reaction on both sides of the border.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Kanter Freedom ejected from WNBA game over player row
Enes Kanter Freedom, a former NBA player, was ejected from a WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after an altercation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud that occurred courtside on Sunday night.
Jeffries responds to Kushner meeting backlash: 'No one from the Trump Cartel is getting a pass'
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries privately met with Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law. The meeting was first reported by The New York Times. Topics discussed reportedly included housing, immigration, and cost of living. The meeting drew criticism and backlash from some Democrats, with Jeffries in line to become House speaker if Democrats win control of the House in the midterm elections. Jeffries responded publicly to the backlash.
Sullivan endorses Sullivan against Sullivan in Alaska
A candidate named Dan Sullivan, separate from incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, advanced in Alaska's U.S. Senate primary/general election process. Former Anchorage Mayor Dan Sullivan endorsed the incumbent senator. The situation has created a naming coincidence involving multiple people named Dan Sullivan in the race.
Golf brand apologises for advert that shows woman being pushed over
The content creator/channel Good Good issued an apology over a video advertisement that showed a man pushing a woman to the ground as she reached for his golf club. The video was subsequently removed/deleted.
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Canada expected to announce retaliatory tariffs on Tuesday
Canada is expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday, following escalating trade tensions. Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated the retaliation would be 'dollar for dollar' in response to new U.S. tariffs.
Pioneering Former US Senator Nancy Landon Kassebaum Baker Dies
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, a former U.S. senator from Kansas, has died at age 94. She was noted as a trailblazer for women in the Senate.
Army Secretary eyes exit around end of year amid Hegseth tensions
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is reportedly considering leaving his position at the Pentagon, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Judge vacates Trump admin policy suspending immigrant visas for 75 countries
A federal judge in the Southern District of New York struck down/vacated a Trump administration policy, directed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, that suspended processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries. The judge ruled that Rubio exceeded his legal authority in issuing the policy.
US Postal Service issues rule to tighten requirements for mail-in voting despite courts looking to block
The US Postal Service finalized a rule related to mail-in ballots that complies with President Trump's executive order restricting mail voting. The rule would require states to provide voter information to the federal government as a condition for ballot delivery. Federal courts have issued injunctions or rulings blocking enforcement of the underlying executive order, and the matter is under legal review, including at the Supreme Court.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Leavitt to work at Trump-affiliated super PAC following White House departure
Karoline Leavitt confirmed she will join the Trump-affiliated super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving her position as White House press secretary. She announced this while traveling aboard Air Force One on a Friday.
Log Cabin Republicans cut ties with transgender movement
The Log Cabin Republicans, a Republican organization for gay conservatives, announced it would end its support for transgender issues and now describes itself as an LGB organization.
Trump defends Darline Graham's Taiwan response: 'She was being honest'
President Trump publicly defended Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) after she had a difficult moment responding to a national security question about Taiwan during a South Carolina GOP Senate primary debate. Trump made his remarks to reporters, stating that Graham was 'being honest.'
Texas court reduces Alex Jones’ $50M judgment over false Sandy Hook claims
A Texas appeals court reduced a monetary judgment that had been ordered against Alex Jones in a defamation case related to his claims that the Sandy Hook shooting was staged. The original award was approximately $49-50 million, awarded to parents of a Sandy Hook victim.
Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races
There is growing public opposition to data centers in the United States. This backlash is influencing political races heading into the 2026 elections, with politicians from both major parties responding to the controversy.
Trump Move On Beef Tariffs Symbolic, Comes Amid Record Imports In 2026
President Trump announced a move to waive or cut tariffs on imported beef, stating the goal is to lower beef prices for consumers. U.S. ranchers and farmers have raised concerns or pushback about the policy's effects on the domestic cattle industry.
Supreme Court allows Trump’s ballroom project to proceed for now
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay allowing construction on President Trump's White House ballroom project to continue temporarily, pausing a lower court order that would have halted above-ground work. The Supreme Court is still considering the case. The project had previously been subject to litigation involving a lower court injunction.
Aircraft carrier set to honor Black Pearl Harbor hero may get Trump’s name
The Navy is reportedly considering renaming an aircraft carrier that was set to be named after Doris Miller, a Black U.S. Navy sailor who died in action during World War II, possibly renaming it for President Trump. The Miller family has responded to these reports.
Natalie Harp’s personal letters to Trump surface as questions grow over her access to him
Natalie Harp is a close aide to Trump. Personal letters she wrote to him have surfaced publicly, and this has prompted questions about the extent of her access to the president.
8 killed in plane crash at remote Alaska radar site: US military
A charter plane crashed on Thursday near the Cape Newenham Long Range Radar Site, a remote U.S. Air Force airstrip on Alaska's coast. Eight people were killed in the crash, according to the FAA and U.S. military.
How The New York Times lost its first defamation lawsuit in more than 5 decades
A federal jury ruled against The New York Times in a defamation lawsuit brought by a former University of Alabama men's basketball player. The lawsuit centered on a 2023 NYT report that placed the player at the scene of a shooting/murder in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, which he said was false.
Markey, Moulton lock horns ahead of Massachusetts Senate primary: 3 takeaways from last debate
Rep. Seth Moulton and Sen. Ed Markey participated in their final televised debate ahead of the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary. Markey is 80 years old and Moulton is 47. Moulton is challenging incumbent Markey, with the primary scheduled for Sept. 1.
Trump shares the airwaves with a man he once called a ‘rat’ — his former fixer Michael Cohen
President Trump appeared on the radio alongside his former personal lawyer Michael Cohen, marking a notable interaction between the two given their history.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Trump administration wants to deny ABA ability to oversee law schools: Report
The Trump administration and Department of Education are taking steps that could end the American Bar Association's (ABA) status as the sole accreditor of U.S. law schools. The ABA has held this accrediting authority for nearly 200 law schools over roughly 70 years. The administration has published or is moving forward with rules that would allow other accreditors to also be recognized.
After nearly 300 days deployed, USS Lincoln begins journey back to US
The USS Abraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier deployed to the Middle East for approximately nine months (about 300 days), is leaving the region and heading back to the United States (San Diego). The ship has thousands of crew members aboard.
Iran denounces planned US sanctions as economic warfare
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that new sanctions are intended to collapse Iran's regime and told US allies they must decide whether they are 'with us or against us' regarding the sanctions.
Stars and Stripes editor-in-chief says Pentagon fired him and 2 others
The Pentagon issued termination or separation notices to the editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes and at least one other staff member. This followed the staff members speaking publicly, including in a CBS interview, about concerns over Defense Department interference in the outlet's editorial independence. Stars and Stripes has historically operated as an editorially independent, taxpayer-funded military publication.
FBI arrests woman over alleged plot to bomb New York capitol building
A woman from Albany, New York was arrested and accused by authorities of plotting an attack on the New York State Capitol building. The announcement was made by federal prosecutors on Thursday.
Walmart says tariff refund will mean lower prices for shoppers
Walmart received tariff refunds and stated that customers would benefit from lower prices as a result. Walmart reported strong sales in its fiscal second quarter.
DEA joins investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death
The DEA has joined the investigation into the death of Hayden Panettiere, working alongside local police (identified as Greenville police), and officials have not yet finalized the cause and manner of death.