Archive
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 25, 2026
Trump rescinds nearly $1B in federal funding, bypassing congressional approval
President Trump cancelled roughly $1 billion (specified as $810 million in some reports) in federal spending that had been approved by Congress. This was done using a rarely used tool known as a 'pocket rescission,' which does not require congressional approval. Reports note this marks the second time this tactic has been used in about 49 years, and that funding for immigrant and refugee related programs was among the targets.
Live updates: Trump attends Texas-Tennessee football game in Knoxville; US, China to cut tariffs on $30 billion worth of goods
President Trump attended the University of Texas vs. University of Tennessee football game in Knoxville. His visit coincided with heightened attention and preparations around the game, including increased security expectations.
D.C. appeals court sides with Pentagon on blacklist of Anthropic
A federal appeals court (D.C. Circuit) ruled on Anthropic's legal challenge to being designated a national security risk by the Pentagon. The court sided with the Pentagon, finding it had adequate justification for the blacklisting decision. The ruling rejected Anthropic's challenge.
US Supreme Court allows Trump to use controversial database to check voter citizenship
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, allowed the Trump administration to use the DHS SAVE database (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements), which merges data across government systems, to allow states to check voter citizenship status ahead of the midterm elections. A lower court had previously restricted the program. Critics have raised concerns that the database could produce errors, including flagging eligible citizens as noncitizens.
New Jersey governor calls on lieutenant governor to resign over ethics report
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D) has called on Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell (D) to resign, giving him a deadline of Friday. The call follows an ethics investigation, conducted by a law firm hired by the governor's office, that found Caldwell violated state ethics or workplace policy, including in connection with attempts to secure a position for his girlfriend.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Did taxpayers fund a $14K ad touting Trump’s success?
The federal government paid for a television advertisement that promotes President Trump, which began airing ahead of the November midterm elections. The ad ran on channels including Fox News, and questions have been raised about the use of taxpayer money for it.
‘Uninformed decisions’ led to ICE wasting millions on detention facility expansion: Government watchdog
A Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found that ICE wasted millions of dollars while rapidly expanding its detention capacity. The waste included nearly $3 million spent on tents at Guantanamo Bay that were never used and about $20 million to maintain purchased warehouses that are now being sold without ever holding a detainee. The report attributed the waste to decisions made without adequate analysis or planning, occurring amid a large budget increase since January 2025.
Man shot during Trump assassination attempt dies at 76
James (Jim) Copenhaver was shot during the July 2024 campaign rally for then-candidate Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, during an assassination attempt. He was 76 years old and has died. The same attack included a bullet grazing Trump's ear and another attendee being killed.
Mark Carney says he has considered possibility of US military action against Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said in an interview that his government had considered the possibility of US military action against Canada, describing the risk as remote but saying it would be irresponsible not to prepare for it.
Protests and walkouts as Netanyahu addresses UN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Many diplomats and leaders walked out before or during his speech. Netanyahu spoke about Iran and defended Israel's actions.
Albanese says OpenAI agent hacked Australian health department site
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that an OpenAI agent breached an Australian government health department website in June. Albanese discussed the incident directly with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The breach reportedly involved access to files on the health department's site.
Donalds calls Trump agenda 'common sense' after some mentions removed from campaign website
Byron Donalds, a Republican U.S. Representative from Florida running for governor, had some references to President Trump removed from his campaign website in recent weeks. Donalds responded to questions about this, stating he is not distancing himself from Trump's agenda.
Peltola campaign rips New York Times report on tumultuous operations
A New York Times report detailed accounts from former aides describing chaotic conditions within Mary Peltola's Senate campaign and congressional office, including angry outbursts. Peltola's campaign responded to and disputed the report.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Acting Navy secretary confirms 8 suicide attempts across USS Lincoln strike group
Eight sailors within the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during an extended deployment. Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao confirmed these attempts in a letter, and the deployment lasted several months at sea.
Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Iowa newspaper and pollster over 2024 race
An Iowa judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against The Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer. The lawsuit concerned a poll published during the final weeks of the 2024 race that showed Trump trailing Kamala Harris. Trump had alleged the poll was inaccurate and damaging to his campaign.
Russian Media Reacts to Trump's G20 Invitation to Putin: 'White Noise'
Donald Trump invited Vladimir Putin to attend the G20 summit being held in Miami.
Hackers strike FBI, steal personal data that could compromise agents
A cybercriminal hacking group claims it breached an FBI system and stole personal data related to FBI personnel and job applicants. The FBI has said it is investigating the claim. The alleged stolen data reportedly includes personal details of agents.
Melania Trump teases new docuseries with promise to answer 'private questions'
Melania Trump announced a new docuseries set for release later this year. She described it as 'very different' from her previous documentary 'Melania' and said it will include a one-on-one conversation format where she will answer some 'private questions.' She made these remarks during an interview on Fox News's 'Fox & Friends.'
2 Mississippi students dead, kratom found during both investigations
Two University of Mississippi students were found dead at separate locations. Kratom products were recovered during the investigations into both deaths. Lafayette County Metro Narcotics announced the findings on Tuesday.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Supreme Court stays out of custody case involving surrogate who refused abortion
A surrogate refused to have an abortion after the fetus was diagnosed with a serious heart condition. The intended/biological parents sought custody, and the surrogate asked the Supreme Court to intervene in the resulting custody dispute. The Supreme Court declined to get involved, leaving the custody order favoring the biological parents in place.
Trump says he would back ban on diesel exports
Trump said he would support banning diesel exports. Diesel prices in the US have reached record highs.
Stanford University admits AI was used to ‘race swap’ student photo
Stanford University used AI to alter a photo used in connection with a student publication, replacing a male student in the image with a Black woman. The alteration has drawn public attention and criticism.
Trump faces growing GOP dissent in heartland as policies bite
Republican Senate candidates Ashley Hinson (Iowa) and Mike Rogers (Michigan), both in competitive 2024 races, publicly called for an end to the Iran war, diverging from President Trump's stance. Hinson's statement came first on a Monday, with Rogers following shortly after. The shift is linked to concerns over high gas or diesel prices ahead of the November election.
Judge orders man shot by ICE to court as police release new body cam video
An ICE officer shot a Venezuelan man, and the officer was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, according to multiple reports.
Toxic mix of fentanyl, other drugs killed Hayden Panettiere, coroner says
The person's death was determined to be caused by the toxic effects of multiple drugs, including fentanyl, and the death was ruled accidental.
Trump says AI will be renamed 'super intelligence' in all US documents
President Trump spoke at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday and said the term "artificial intelligence" would be changed to "super intelligence" in official usage. He also addressed concerns about global control or regulation of AI technology.
Trump tells CNN's Collins 'you shouldn't be here' on way into UN
President Trump had an exchange with CNN Chief White House correspondent Kaitlan Collins while arriving at the UN General Assembly in New York. Trump told her she 'should not be here' or similar. This occurred amid a dispute involving the White House barring CNN and two other outlets from covering it, which is the subject of a lawsuit.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Knows She May Not Be Able to Win in 2028
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) discussed the possibility of a 2028 presidential run in an interview with The New York Times. She addressed factors influencing her decision, including questions of electability and her personal identity. She has not ruled out running for Senate instead.
What is the White House pool and why is it in a row with Trump?
There is a dispute involving President Donald Trump and television networks concerning the White House press pool. The press pool has been affected by a withdrawal or boycott by major networks.
Grand jury finds no evidence of crime in Nolan Wells’ death, points to drowning
A grand jury investigated the death of Nolan Wells and declined to bring criminal charges. The findings were described as consistent with drowning.
No criminal charges in death of black Mississippi teenager, grand jury says
An 18-year-old Black Mississippi teenager named Nolan Wells died after a July 4 boating trip involving three white men. A Mississippi grand jury reviewed the case and did not bring criminal charges.
Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran in UN speech as officials from both countries meet on sidelines
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly and said he faced a choice between a deal with Iran or annihilating the Islamic Republic, tying the decision to a timeline after the U.S. midterm elections. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian later addressed the same body and said Iran would not surrender or give up its nuclear program despite U.S. pressure. U.S. and Iranian officials held talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly amid the ongoing war between the two countries. Delegations from Cuba and Iran walked out during Trump's speech, and the U.S. delegation walked out during Pezeshkian's speech.
Live updates: Trump dubs AI 'super intelligence' at UN, signs Greenland deal
On Tuesday, President Trump signed a security/military agreement with Greenland and Denmark on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, granting the United States a military presence on Greenland.
White House rolling out red carpet for historic Xi Jinping visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Washington, D.C. for meetings with President Trump at the White House, marking his first state visit to the U.S. in more than a decade. The talks covered topics including AI, trade, tariffs, Taiwan, and Iran. Trump hosted a state dinner for Xi featuring a menu described as American ingredients with subtle Chinese influence. The two leaders had previously met in May in Beijing.
'Looksmaxxing' influencer 'Clavicular' charged with rape in Massachusetts
Braden Peters, an online influencer known as 'Clavicular' who promotes 'looksmaxxing' (attempts to maximize physical attractiveness through often extreme methods), has been charged with rape in Massachusetts. Authorities allege he drugged a woman before assaulting her.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Missouri congressional map fight returns to Supreme Court with nationwide implications
A federal appeals court (the 8th Circuit) ruled in favor of a new Missouri congressional district map, which would apply to the 2026 midterm elections, replacing a previously used 2022 map.
White House unveils state-run ‘TrumpTV’ media channel, drawing Iran comparisons
The White House launched a new streaming video channel associated with President Trump, referred to as a YouTube channel or 'Trump TV,' on a Monday. This launch came amid a boycott of White House press coverage by the press pool/US networks.
Harris hits campaign trail with El-Sayed as some other Democrats keep their distance
Kamala Harris campaigned with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit as part of the 2026 midterm election cycle. Some other Democratic candidates have indicated they do not want to campaign alongside Harris. Harris has not announced whether she will run for president in 2028 and has said her current focus is on the midterms.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks judge to investigate juror and check his phone
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney has asked a Massachusetts judge to investigate a holdout juror over alleged cellphone use during deliberations. The juror was the lone holdout who caused a mistrial. The request includes examining the juror's phone use and questionnaire answers.
Converse Drama Explained as Company Removes Ad After Racism Accusations
Converse released an advertisement for its Chuck 70 X collection featuring K-pop singer Karina. The ad drew accusations of racism on social media, with critics saying it evoked KKK or lynching imagery. Converse removed the ad and issued an apology, saying it would 'do better'.
The AI Race Isn’t The U.S. Vs. China, It’s A War For Human Capital
Coverage references an ongoing competition in artificial intelligence development involving the United States and China.
Vance rallies GOP voters in North Carolina ahead of midterms
Vice President JD Vance is traveling to Greensboro, North Carolina, to hold a campaign rally on Monday in support of Republican Senate nominee Michael Whatley ahead of the November midterms. President Trump had visited North Carolina in the preceding days.
CNN, MS NOW, Politico file for emergency hearing after White House denies access despite judge’s order
A federal judge, Timothy J. Kelly, issued an order temporarily blocking President Trump's ban of CNN, MS Now and Politico from White House access. The order directed the administration to restore press credentials for employees of the three outlets. Despite the order, reporters from these outlets reported being denied entry to the White House afterward, and the outlets sought an emergency hearing over the alleged noncompliance.
Duffy gives remarks as FAA rolls out AI tool for air traffic control
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), under the Department of Transportation, is rolling out a new artificial intelligence tool called SMART (Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes, and Trajectories) intended to help air traffic controllers manage congestion and reduce flight delays. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is involved in announcing or presenting the rollout, reported to occur on a Monday, with initial deployment at DC-area airports.
Conservative 'Squawk Box' host presses Bessent on media ban: 'We don’t do this'
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared on CNBC's 'Squawk Box' on Monday. The interview addressed President Trump's decision to ban reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House grounds. Bessent was asked about the ban during the segment.