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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.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Federal judge says DHS attempted to silence NY man’s speech following critical email
David Streever sent an email critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to a top ICE official. In response, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued Streever a 'warning notice' that raised the possibility of prosecution. A federal judge issued a ruling blocking DHS from taking further action against Streever over the email.
Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in Gulf
New photos, obtained from active-duty U.S. service members, show damage at U.S. military positions in the Middle East resulting from Iranian attacks. The images include a damaged aircraft and destroyed buildings. CBS News was the outlet that obtained or received the photos, with BBC News citing CBS as a partner source.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill
The House of Representatives passed a Russia sanctions bill and sent it to President Trump's desk. The bill is associated with the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who died shortly after announcing a deal on the legislation. The bill grants the president new tariff authority related to purchasers of Russian oil and gas, and some Democrats opposed the bill or its provisions.
Federal employees were paid nearly $7B not to work under DOGE effort: GAO
A government watchdog (GAO) report found that federal employees were paid administrative leave without working as part of the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) effort to reduce the federal workforce. Both outlets report that use of paid administrative leave increased by 435 percent under the first two years of the Trump administration.
California’s high-speed rail went off the rails on travel expenses
An investigation found that the agency running California's high-speed rail project spent money on consultant travel expenses, and that some of this spending violated state rules or contract terms.
Senate advances bipartisan Protect College Sports Act
The U.S. Senate advanced legislation referred to as the College Sports Act (or Protect College Sports Act), which addresses issues including name, image and likeness (NIL) rules, the transfer portal, and athlete protections or revenue sharing.
Rep. Thomas Massie introduces articles of impeachment against Hegseth
Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday, related to U.S. military action against Iran. Massie made the announcement on the House floor.
Nick Reiner will not face death penalty if convicted of killing parents, prosecutors say
Nick Reiner is accused of murdering his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner. Los Angeles County prosecutors (District Attorney Nathan Hochman) have decided not to seek the death penalty in the case. The murders occurred in 2025.
Melania Trump delivers remarks in North Carolina
First lady Melania Trump visited a school in North Carolina to give remarks related to technology and artificial intelligence in education. The event took place in Ashe County. The visit occurred amid broader discussion about AI policy in the United States.
Pentagon watchdog finds US munitions shortfalls as Iran war costs hit $33.4B
A Pentagon watchdog report found that the US war effort involving Iran experienced shortfalls in munitions. The report was released by the Department's Office of Inspector General.
Alleged ISIS-Inspired Terror Plot Thwarted Day After 9/11 Anniversary: DOJ
Federal authorities arrested Jonathan Hunter Kramer, 21, of Valencia, Pennsylvania. Prosecutors allege he was planning a terror attack in support of ISIS. The arrest occurred around September 12, shortly after the anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
Sydney Sweeney’s Real Crime Is That She’s Hot
Sydney Sweeney appeared in a nude ad campaign for the sports betting app Novig. The campaign drew public backlash, including criticism from female athletes. Sweeney has not directly addressed the criticism in words, though she has taken some action following the backlash.
China and Russia issue warnings after Air Force secretary confirms US has weapons in space
U.S. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink publicly confirmed for the first time that the United States has deployed weapons in space. This confirmation was made at the Air, Space, and Cyber Conference. China and Russia issued responses or warnings following the announcement.
AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for US Congress to act
Technology industry leaders have called for regulation or safety guardrails on artificial intelligence. President Trump has not supported new AI legislation, and Congress has not passed any such measures, remaining divided on the issue.
Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings
Trump has taken a strongly pro-AI policy stance. There are warnings or concerns about this approach, including from lawmakers. This stance carries some political risk for Trump.
Monday, September 14, 2026
The CLARITY Act could reshape how you buy crypto. Here’s what’s at stake
On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate voted on the Clarity Act, a bill aimed at creating a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency. The bill failed to advance after opposition from Senate Democrats and some Republicans. Democrats raised concerns about President Trump's personal financial investments in cryptocurrency as part of their objection.
Kennedy Center board votes to close for renovations after judge blocks efforts to add Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center's board voted to close the building for renovations. A federal judge ruled that the board cannot add President Trump's name to the building's facade. Officials cited financial and structural problems, including a warning of possible fiscal collapse, as reasons for the closure.
Fighting between Houthis and Saudi Arabia drives oil prices soaring
Houthi rebels in Yemen seized islands near the Bab al-Mandab/Bab el-Mandeb Strait. An attack damaged or disabled Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, forcing it out of commission. These events have affected global oil markets and prices.
Live updates: Vance stumps in Iowa as races tighten; Trump to announce Medicaid drug price deal
Vice President JD Vance is conducting campaign travel ahead of the midterm elections, including a stop in Kansas, a state that has strongly favored Republicans in Senate races historically. Democrats are seeking to make the Kansas Senate race competitive.
GOP senator presses Patel on FBI policy change: 'Why would you get into bestiality?'
FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday in what was described as an annual oversight hearing for the FBI. Senators questioned Patel about a recent change to FBI hiring policy that removed automatic disqualification for applicants with histories including bestiality, prostitution, and employment theft. Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) questioned Patel specifically about the bestiality policy change, and Patel defended the change, saying it allows victims of such crimes to be considered for employment. Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) questioned Patel about the firing of a dozen agents and staff from a counterintelligence unit that monitored Iran-related threats, which occurred days before a U.S. military strike on Iran.
Immigrants held in small outdoor cages at 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida, investigators find
A Department of Homeland Security internal watchdog/inspectors examined the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention facility in Florida and found that detainees were held in small, cramped enclosures.
Trump Ethics Deal Lifts Clarity Act Odds As Senate Faces Key Vote
Trump agreed to new ethics rules requiring him to either divest or place in a blind trust any significant financial interest in a cryptocurrency-issuing entity. This agreement was linked to advancing the Clarity Act in the Senate.
Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence As Macklemore Dropped From Tour Over Gaza Remarks
Macklemore was removed from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's tour after making remarks about the Gaza conflict during a concert at MetLife Stadium. Ed Sheeran subsequently made public comments addressing the situation.
Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon agree AI is dangerous, but not on how to fix it
Senator Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon appeared at an event called the "Pro-Human Assembly" held in Washington, D.C. on a Tuesday, organized in part by the Future of Life Institute. Both men expressed concern about the dangers of artificial intelligence and called for greater regulation or human control over its development, despite their differing political ideologies.
More than 160 charged with fraud tied to COVID-era loan programs
There was a U.S. enforcement effort called the "Heartland fraud surge" targeting fraud related to COVID-era federal loan programs, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program.
Russian businessman paid for Trump Jr. wedding after-party: Five things to know
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson (Bettina Trump) married in the Bahamas in May. Umar Kremlev, a Russian businessman with ties to Vladimir Putin and president of the International Boxing Association, paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for portions of the wedding celebrations, including two nights of post-wedding festivities. The couple has described this funding as a gift from a friend. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, has sent a letter seeking information about the arrangement. The reporting originated from a ProPublica investigation.
Former CIA director wants DOJ records leading up to his probable ‘grand conspiracy’ charges
Former CIA Director John Brennan has been subpoenaed to testify before a Florida grand jury as part of a Department of Justice investigation examining whether former officials conspired against Trump.
US scraps limits on emissions from coal and gas power plants
The EPA under the Trump administration announced it is repealing rules that limited greenhouse gas/carbon emissions from coal and gas-fired power plants. These rules were established under previous administrations (Biden/Obama era). The EPA projects the repeal will result in financial savings.
Trump criticises Supreme Court after justices block mail-in ballot restrictions
The Supreme Court declined to lift a lower court injunction blocking a Trump administration/USPS plan to impose new rules on mail-in ballots ahead of the midterm elections. At least two federal judges had previously issued rulings blocking the plan. The rules would have required election officials to upload information identifying mail-ballot recipients to a federal portal. States can continue mailing ballots under existing processes. President Trump publicly criticized the Supreme Court's ruling, including some justices he had nominated, saying "these are not the people I interviewed to serve."
Canada welcomes EU proposal to become 'associate member'
Canadian leader Mark Carney has called for a "unique alliance" with the European Union. This comes amid trade tensions between Canada and the United States.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Carney gambles on the world's biggest investors betting on Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is engaging with major global investors to encourage investment in Canada. This effort is occurring in the context of an ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States under President Trump. Carney is highlighting factors such as Canada's energy resources, critical minerals, workforce, trade access, and political stability.
Trump to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy: Stop striking Russian diesel refineries
Trump publicly called on Ukraine to stop striking Russian oil and diesel refineries, saying the attacks were contributing to fuel price increases or shortages. Ukraine has for months been conducting long-range strikes on Russia's energy infrastructure. The comments were made around the time of Trump's trip to Ireland. Trump also stated that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to avoid hitting each other's energy targets.
Live updates: Trump pushes back on AI concerns, criticizes Anthropic leader; Congress returns to DC
President Trump publicly rejected calls for increased regulation or 'guardrails' on artificial intelligence development. He stated that concerns about AI risks were being driven by 'negative forces' and characterized warnings as 'things that won't happen.' He argued that a 'STRONG AND SMART' president serves as the only guardrail the U.S. needs. Trump linked his opposition to regulation with concerns about maintaining a competitive edge over China. His comments came in response to tech industry leaders, including Anthropic's CEO Dario Amodei, who had called for slowing AI development or adding oversight.
Johnson calls for AI industry meeting as debate grows over pace of development
House Speaker Mike Johnson commented on the topic of AI regulation. He expressed reluctance to have Congress rush into emergency regulation of AI, and his remarks came amid calls from some tech leaders for a slowdown or pause in AI development.
The secret ballot has been an article of faith in U.S. elections. That's being tested in Georgia.
Georgia's voting equipment has a flaw that can allow voters to be matched to the ballots they cast, raising questions about the secret ballot principle in U.S. elections.
Live updates: Lawmakers set to return from recess; Trump attends golf tournament in Ireland
The Senate (and, per one outlet, the House) is returning to Washington from a recess. Lawmakers face a packed agenda before attention shifts to the midterm elections, with a limited window before they leave to campaign.
US congressman swims to safety after his plane is forced to land on a lake
Rep. Tom Tiffany, the Republican nominee for Wisconsin governor, was aboard a small plane that lost power and made an emergency landing in Lake Wausau, Wisconsin on a Saturday night. The plane began sinking, and Tiffany and the pilot swam to shallow water/shore. Tiffany sustained minor injuries. He was returning from the La Crosse County Lincoln Day Dinner. He publicly thanked responders and described the events afterward.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Judge rules DHS acted illegally by telling FEMA to cut half its staff
A federal judge ruled that a Department of Homeland Security plan to cut FEMA staff by half was unlawful.
AI leaders call for development slowdown
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has called for slowing the pace of frontier AI development, citing serious risks such as loss of control, misuse in cyberattacks, and economic disruption. Other AI industry leaders have joined in expressing similar concerns about the technology's potential dangers.
Trump says he would allow Chinese automakers to build cars in US
President Trump said on Friday that he would be open to allowing Chinese automakers to build manufacturing plants in the United States. He made the comment during an interview with Fox News's Laura Ingraham, quoting himself as saying, "If China wanted to come in and open a plant to build their cars here, I'd be OK with it."
Trump says a unified Ireland is 'going to happen eventually'
During a two-day trip to Ireland that included a meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin in Dublin, President Trump said he would 'love' to see a unified Ireland and predicted reunification would happen. Trump also visited his golf course in Ireland during the trip.
Zverev caps transformational year with US Open triumph
Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe in the US Open men's semi-final to reach the final. Alexander Zverev, the number one seed, then defeated Shelton in the final to win the championship, his second Grand Slam title.
Trump wants Smithsonian to build George Washington statue, exhibit
President Trump used social media posts to call for the Smithsonian Institution to install a 30-foot-tall statue of George Washington outside the National Museum of American History, replacing an existing sculpture, and to open an exhibit honoring Washington.
Friday, September 11, 2026
CIA warned of threat of 'explosive airplane' years before 9/11, documents show
The CIA released a set of declassified intelligence documents (reported as 71 briefings/reports) that had been sent to Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush in the years before the September 11, 2001 attacks. These documents show U.S. intelligence agencies had warned of Al Qaeda and Osama bin Laden's plans, including the possibility of using airplanes in an attack on U.S. targets.
Brother of Muslim policeman killed in 9/11 'disappointed' by calls for Mamdani to sit out memorial
Zohran Mamdani, the Muslim mayor of New York City, attended the 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial ceremony at Ground Zero despite public calls and pushback urging him not to attend or to skip the event.