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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.
Friday, September 4, 2026
Tetris suggests White House 'Build the Wall' game infringes copyright
The White House launched an online arcade featuring games based on Trump policies, including one titled 'Build the Wall' that resembles the video game Tetris. The Tetris Company issued a statement saying it takes copyright infringement very seriously.
Trump calls for interest rate cut after jobs figures raise hike bets
President Trump stated in a social media post on Friday that he would halt or cut off trade with certain countries unless the Federal Reserve lowers interest rates. The statement followed the release of a jobs report.
EPA considers further narrowing Clean Water Act protections
On Friday, the EPA (with the Army Corps of Engineers) announced it is seeking further public input on a rule defining which wetlands and streams are protected under the Clean Water Act as 'waters of the United States' (WOTUS). This follows a 2023 Supreme Court ruling that narrowed federal protections for wetlands, and a proposed rule the agency issued roughly a year earlier.
Tesla’s Launch Of Self-Driving Cybercab Rides Sparks Federal Probe
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Tesla's new self-driving taxi model called the Cybercab.
Live updates: NC set to send out ballots amid mail voting fight; August posts strong jobs numbers
North Carolina began sending out mail-in ballots for the November midterm elections on Friday, becoming the first state to do so. This occurred while the Trump administration was pursuing legal action to restrict mail-in voting, including an appeal related to a federal judge's ruling that had blocked voting restrictions established by executive order.
US added 162,000 jobs in August, blowing past expectations
The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This figure exceeded economists' expectations (with estimates around 53,000 jobs). The unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%. July's jobs figures were revised upward from the initial report.
Two workers pulled alive from Nepal tunnel after nine days; more voices heard
Two men were rescued alive from a tunnel in Nepal nine days after a flood struck the area. The rescue occurred at a hydropower plant site.
How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views
There is an ongoing conflict between the US and Iran that has included military strikes, with renewed strikes occurring this week. Coverage is examining how the conflict might end or what an exit strategy could look like.
Diesel prices hit record high
The average U.S. diesel price reached a record high of about $5.85 per gallon on Friday, according to AAA figures cited across outlets.
Trump's response is key as Argentina's Falklands demands get louder
Argentina's President Javier Milei has intensified Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, a British territory. President Trump's position on the dispute, traditionally one of U.S. neutrality, is being watched as a potential factor in how the issue develops.
Watchdog issues scathing report on Trump's former labor secretary
An inspector general report from the Department of Labor examined former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's conduct in office. The report addressed her relationship with a security agent/bodyguard and raised questions about her use of her position while serving in the Trump administration.
Missouri asks Supreme Court to restore GOP-friendly congressional map
The Missouri Supreme Court blocked a newly redrawn congressional map that favored Republicans from being used in the November midterm election, ruling instead that voters should decide the map's fate via referendum. Missouri officials, led by Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, filed an emergency application with the U.S. Supreme Court seeking to have the map reinstated. The map had been expected to help Republicans gain an additional U.S. House seat, and President Trump had backed the map.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Work on Trump’s 250-foot arch could begin before final approval
The Trump administration, through Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, announced that excavation or construction work on a 250-foot-tall triumphal arch in Washington, D.C. is set to begin in the coming weeks. The project lacks final federal approval, and a lawsuit has been filed challenging it. Veterans are among those involved in legal opposition to the project.
Trump administration looks to Supreme Court to restore mail-in voting rules
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to intervene in a legal dispute over new U.S. Postal Service rules restricting mail-in ballots. A federal judge had blocked implementation of the rules, and the request comes ahead of the November midterm elections.
New White House Arcade games highlight direct pitch to the public
The White House launched an online arcade style gaming page featuring recreations of classic games (such as those referencing border enforcement themes) tied to Trump administration messaging.
Missouri House candidate charged in plot to plant drugs on GOP opponent
Thomas Ross, a Missouri House candidate, is accused by federal prosecutors of conspiring to plant cocaine and Adderall on his political opponent. The plan allegedly involved his campaign manager. The scheme was uncovered and Ross now faces federal charges.
Former podcaster charged for death threats against Trump
Benjamin Azariah Southworth, a former podcaster, was charged and arrested in connection with alleged death threats against President Trump. The FBI was involved in the arrest, which was announced publicly by FBI Director Kash Patel.
ICE officer charged with lying about shooting turns himself in: Reports
Federal prosecutors have charged an ICE officer with making false statements related to the January shooting of Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis, a Venezuelan immigrant, in Minnesota during an immigration operation. The officer, identified in some reports as Christian Castro, is now in federal custody after the charges were filed.
Trump: Fans 'will not be happy' Bartiromo out at Fox News
Fox News announced that Maria Bartiromo is leaving the network, ending a tenure of more than a dozen years. The announcement came on a Thursday and marked an abrupt exit.
IRS Rule Could Strip Tax Exempt Status From Thousands Of Private Schools
The IRS/Treasury Department has proposed a new regulation that could revoke or strip tax-exempt status from private schools. This proposal is occurring under the Trump administration.
Billionaire Leon Black challenges House subpoena for Epstein testimony
Billionaire Leon Black was scheduled to appear Thursday for a sworn deposition before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Black did not appear and instead filed a lawsuit against the committee seeking to block the subpoenas. He had previously left an earlier voluntary appearance before the committee, after which he was subpoenaed in June.
Gloria Steinem talks about her legacy in 2023 BBC interview
Gloria Steinem, an American feminist writer and activist, died at age 92.
Judge blocks Trump’s latest attempt to restrict birthright citizenship
A federal judge issued a ruling blocking a Trump executive order that sought to restrict or narrow birthright citizenship. This was described as Trump's second or latest attempt to do so, following an earlier Supreme Court decision that struck down or blocked his first attempt. The judge cited that Supreme Court ruling in issuing this block.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Vance's mother says she'd 'probably punch' El-Sayed
Beverly Aikins, the mother of Vice President JD Vance, said in an interview with Fox News host Tomi Lahren that she would 'probably punch' Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed if she saw him, in response to past comments El-Sayed made about Vance and his family.
Mamdani bans AI use in NYC elementary, middle schools amid tech industry skepticism
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a one-year moratorium on the use of AI in public school classrooms, covering students from early childhood programs through eighth grade. The announcement came about a week before NYC public schools reopen for the school year. The moratorium applies to software that uses student-facing generative AI.
Want a copy of Pete Hegseth’s driver’s license? It’s for sale on the dark web
A digital scan of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's driver's license was found among a large collection of identity documents (over 150 million) being sold or exposed on the dark web.
Trump $1 coin makes him first living president on US currency in a century
The U.S. Mint released a special edition $1 coin featuring a portrait of President Trump. The coin's design includes the words 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST'. It marks the first time a living president has appeared on U.S. currency in about a century.
Live updates: Vance to helm White House's press briefing; House slices 2 weeks off DC schedule
Vice President JD Vance held a White House press briefing on Thursday, filling in after press secretary Karoline Leavitt's departure. No replacement press secretary has been named. During the briefing, Vance said he would not call the U.S. conflict with Iran a 'war.'
Rocky Horror star Tim Curry's cause of death revealed as coronary artery disease
Tim Curry's cause of death was revealed to be coronary artery disease. This information came from documents issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Trump 'happy' that Prince Harry and Meghan left the US
President Trump said he was "happy" that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle left the United States, and stated he was "not a fan" of the couple. These remarks were made to reporters.
Ocasio-Cortez backs Nixon in Florida Senate race
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez publicly endorsed Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon, a Democratic candidate, for U.S. Senate.
Kennedy Center removing landmark sculpture from grounds
The Kennedy Center is removing a sculpture named 'Blue' from its grounds. The sculpture, a tall blue abstract stick figure, was designed by sculptor Joel Shapiro. It was installed in 2019.
USS Abraham Lincoln arrives in Thailand
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier docked in Thailand after a deployment of more than 9 months (over 280 days) at sea in the Middle East.
How Chevron’s long Venezuela gamble paid off with a $7 billion expansion
Chevron announced it will invest more than $7 billion to expand its oil production operations in Venezuela. Chevron is a major U.S. energy company that remained in Venezuela after other Western oil companies departed. The expansion is tied to a broader push by the Trump administration involving Venezuela's oil industry.
Tiger Woods in court to reduce DUI charges after plea deal
Tiger Woods changed his plea in a DUI case related to a crash earlier in the year in Florida. As part of the agreement, he will pay a $1,000 fine and receive a five-year driving license suspension.
Apple Maps changes Lake Ontario name after Trump request
President Trump ordered or requested that Lake Ontario be renamed to 'Lake America.' Apple updated its Maps app to show the new name for U.S. users.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
JD Vance 'extremely sceptical' over alleged strike on Iranian wedding
The United States carried out military strikes on targets inside Iran. Iran said a U.S. strike hit a wedding celebration, killing four people. Iran responded by striking U.S. bases and allied targets in the Gulf region. U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance, addressed questions about the wedding strike and the broader conflict.
Ocasio-Cortez on if she'd date a Republican: 'No, no foul to people who do'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) was asked on Tuesday, by a TMZ reporter on Capitol Hill, whether she would date a Republican or conservative. She responded that she probably would not, citing the importance of shared values, while saying she has no judgment toward people who would.
Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal?
Alejandro Betancourt, a 46-year-old oil baron, is a central figure connected to a US-Venezuela oil deal. He has a controversial or checkered background and has been linked to matters involving Nicolas Maduro's government.
House, wary of shutdown before midterms, pushes budget talks to December
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to extend federal government funding, avoiding a shutdown before the midterm elections. The funding extends into December, and the vote had bipartisan support.
Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case after defense’s emergency stay denied
Lindsay Clancy is on trial on murder charges related to the deaths of her three children at their family home in 2023. The jury has deliberated over multiple days and told the judge on two separate occasions (Tuesday and Wednesday) that it was deadlocked. The judge sent jurors home and had them resume deliberations, raising the possibility of a mistrial.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect pleads not guilty as judge clears way for death penalty trial
A Utah judge ruled that Tyler Robinson will stand trial on all seven charges related to the killing of Charlie Kirk, including a charge of aggravated murder that makes him eligible for the death penalty. This followed a multi-day preliminary hearing with closing arguments from both defense and prosecution.
Hegseth’s pick faces competition in search for new Army secretary
Dan Driscoll is stepping down/resigning as Army Secretary after about 18 months in the role. The White House confirmed his departure. Reports across outlets cite tensions or clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Driscoll did not publicly state a reason for his exit. His last full day was described as a Wednesday.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Why is the US-Venezuela oil deal so controversial?
The Trump administration announced a deal involving a U.S. stake in Venezuelan oil reserves, reported to amount to tens of billions of barrels (specified by some as 65 billion). The plan involves a private company, North American Blue Energy Partners, and is intended to increase oil production in Venezuela. Analysts and reports indicate the deal could take years to be realized and faces significant hurdles.
Trump administration makes another appeal to Supreme Court to allow USPS mail ballot rules
A federal judge, Indira Talwani, issued a ruling blocking a Trump administration order/rule regarding mail-in ballots processed by USPS. The ruling came shortly before North Carolina was set to begin mailing absentee ballots for the 2026 midterm elections. The case involved the Department of Justice's interpretation of a Supreme Court ruling.