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Mother Jones Jul 17

ICE Contractor Arrested Following Shooting Incident at Protest

Brandon Booth, an employee of GEO Group, was arrested for allegedly shooting a woman during a protest outside an ICE detention center in Aurora, Colorado. The woman was hospitalized but is expected to survive. This incident is part of ongoing concerns regarding violence and health conditions at GEO Group-operated facilities.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: -0.10

Fox News — Politics Jul 17

Trump Attributes Wildfire Smoke to Canada, Suggests Tariff Adjustments

President Trump has blamed Canada for the wildfire smoke affecting U.S. air quality, suggesting that economic costs related to this pollution should be added to tariffs on Canadian imports. He plans to discuss the issue with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The smoke from numerous wildfires in Canada has prompted air quality alerts across more than 20 states in the U.S.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: -0.20

Washington Examiner Jul 17

US Supports Iraq-Syria Oil Pipeline Agreement

The United States has backed a new agreement between Iraq and Syria to rehabilitate an oil pipeline, which aims to provide an alternative route for crude oil exports. The project is expected to have an initial capacity of 2 million barrels per day and is part of efforts to reduce reliance on the Strait of Hormuz.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Axios Jul 17

Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman Consider Senate Runs Following Trump's Endorsement

Representatives Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman are considering runs for the U.S. Senate following President Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham Nordone. Trump encouraged Graham Nordone to run for a full term, while Mace and Norman's potential candidacies could lead to a competitive primary for the seat vacated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.00

Washington Examiner Jul 17

103 Democrats Vote to Cut U.S. Aid to Israel, Linked to AIPAC Contributions

In a recent vote, 103 Democrats supported an amendment to cut U.S. aid to Israel, despite having received nearly $11 million from AIPAC since 2022. The amendment, proposed by Rep. Thomas Massie, failed to pass. The vote highlights a growing divide within the Democratic Party regarding support for Israel.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Washington Examiner Jul 17

China Responds to U.S. Visa Policy Changes for Journalists

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced a reduction in visa durations for foreign journalists, particularly affecting Chinese journalists, who will now be limited to 90 days. In response, China has threatened to implement countermeasures, and press freedom organizations have criticized the new policy as detrimental to journalistic operations in the U.S.

Bias: 36 Sentiment: -0.10

Axios Jul 17

Trump endorses Darline Graham Nordone for Senate special election

President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, for the upcoming special election to replace him. Nordone was recently sworn in to complete her brother's term and is considering running for a full Senate term. The special election is scheduled for November.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.20

Axios Jul 17

Trump endorses Darline Graham Nordone for GOP Senate primary

President Donald Trump has endorsed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, for the GOP Senate primary. Nordone, who was recently appointed to fill her brother's term, has not confirmed her candidacy but is expected to have an advantage due to Trump's support. The special election will take place in November.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Fox News — Latest Jul 17

Madison Square Garden files defamation lawsuit against WIRED magazine

Madison Square Garden has filed a defamation lawsuit against WIRED magazine over allegations that it maintains a secret watchlist of celebrities, particularly targeting LGBTQ individuals. The lawsuit claims that WIRED misused stolen data to create a false narrative about MSG's practices, while WIRED stands by its reporting and plans to defend against the lawsuit.

Bias: 36 Sentiment: +0.00

Washington Examiner Jul 17

Katie Porter Shifts Focus from Politics to Book Reviewing

Katie Porter, the former California Democratic Representative, has announced her decision to step away from politics and focus on book reviewing. This shift comes after her unsuccessful campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor, where she faced challenges following a leaked video incident. Porter plans to rebrand her social media presence to share book recommendations and author content.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10

PBS NewsHour Jul 17

Putin critic convicted, barred from campaigning for Russian parliament

A Russian court has convicted a critic of President Vladimir Putin, barring him from campaigning in the upcoming parliamentary elections. This decision highlights the government's ongoing efforts to suppress dissent amid a fuel crisis resulting from Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.20

Fox News — Latest Jul 17

Disney World guest dies following cardiac emergency on ride

A 54-year-old man with a pre-existing heart condition died after a cardiac emergency on the "It's a Small World" ride at Disney World on April 2. This incident was part of a quarterly report detailing medical emergencies at the park, which also included other injuries this spring.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.50

the-downballot.com Jul 17

Republicans Target Democratic Primary in Wisconsin Governor Race

Republicans are trying to influence the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor by promoting state Rep. Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate. The GOP is spending over $2 million on ads that appear to attack her while boosting her appeal to Democratic voters. The primary is scheduled for August 11, 2026, and fundraising dynamics among the candidates are shifting as some drop out.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

mediaite.com Jul 17

Fox & Friends Does Not Mention Trump's Election Speech During Three-Hour Broadcast

Fox & Friends did not mention President Trump's election speech during its three-hour show on July 17, 2026, despite other networks covering it extensively. The program focused on different topics, and the network had previously aired the speech but refrained from evaluating its accuracy.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.10

Guardian — US Jul 17

DHS Chief Addresses States on Election Integrity Following Trump's Speech

President Trump made claims about election integrity and foreign interference during a speech, which have been disputed by intelligence officials. The DHS chief warned states about potential repercussions for not adhering to election integrity measures, amid Democratic accusations of election manipulation.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.20

Fox News — Latest Jul 17

CNBC Reporter Criticizes Truth Social's New API for Financial Firms

Steve Liesman, a CNBC senior economics reporter, criticized the Truth API launched by Trump Media & Technology Group for selling faster access to President Trump's posts to financial firms. He argued that this practice could undermine fair distribution of economic information. The API is scheduled to begin serving institutional customers on August 1.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: -0.20

TechCrunch Jul 17

Apple files trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI

Apple has initiated a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging misconduct related to its chief hardware officer and the employment of over 400 former Apple employees. OpenAI's response has been limited as the company prepares for a potential IPO.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Times — Tech Jul 17

Meta Negotiates Lease of Computing Power to Anthropic in Potential $10 Billion Agreement

Meta Platforms Inc. is negotiating a potential $10 billion deal to lease computing power to Anthropic, an AI startup. This arrangement may help alleviate investor concerns about Meta's spending on data centers.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Washington Examiner Jul 17

Abdul el Sayed Urges Supporters to Focus on Issues in Senate Race

Abdul el Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, urged his supporters to stop mocking his rival Haley Stevens and focus on substantive policy issues. He criticized Stevens for her corporate ties and voting record, while also highlighting his progressive platform ahead of the August 4 primary.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10

Fox News — Politics Jul 17

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Advocates for Equitable Access to Outdoor Spaces

Rep. Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico has called for more equitable access to outdoor spaces, highlighting the historical dominance of White males in these areas. He has criticized conservation organizations for their lack of diversity and co-founded the Nuestra Tierra Conservation Project to promote equity in outdoor access. Vasquez is running for re-election against Republican Greg Cunningham.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10