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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Guardian — US

Senator Thom Tillis Criticizes Trump's Decision to Reduce Military Drills with South Korea

Senator Thom Tillis has expressed disapproval of former President Trump's decision to cut U.S. military drills with South Korea, citing concerns from military officials about North Korea's growing military capabilities. Tillis emphasized the importance of South Korea as a military ally and warned that this reduction could benefit North Korea's support for Russia in the Ukraine war.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.20
Al Jazeera English

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema Secures Second Term

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has won a second term in office, receiving around 60 percent of the votes in the recent election. His primary opponent received approximately 38 percent.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10
Al Jazeera English

Zambia's Hichilema Secures Second Presidential Term

Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected as president of Zambia, receiving about 60 percent of the votes. His main challenger received approximately 38 percent, according to official results.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.50
Guardian — US

Trump Votes by Mail in Florida Republican Primary

President Donald Trump voted by mail in the Florida Republican primary, as confirmed by the White House and reported by Politico. This follows his March executive order to limit mail-in voting ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, despite his ongoing criticism of the practice.

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notus.org

House Ethics Chair Michael Guest Violates STOCK Act

Michael Guest, Chair of the House Ethics Committee, has violated the STOCK Act by failing to disclose stock sales made by a family trust fund. This marks his second violation of the law, which requires timely disclosure of stock trades by members of Congress. The incident comes shortly after the House passed a bill aimed at banning individual stock purchases by lawmakers.

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cnn.com

Trump Considers Cabinet Officials for Press Briefings After Leavitt's Departure

President Trump is contemplating a plan to have Cabinet officials conduct press briefings after the departure of Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt at the end of August. While several candidates are being discussed, Trump has not indicated a clear timeline or specific qualifications for the role.

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yahoo.com

Trump's Approval Rating Drops to 33%, Lowest of His Presidency

President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 33%, the lowest of his presidency, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. The decline follows military actions in Iran, which have raised concerns about the conflict's duration and its impact on gasoline prices. The poll also indicates a shift in voter preferences towards Democrats for economic management ahead of the midterm elections.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.30
Washington Examiner

Poll Claimed by Karen Bass Found to Be Fake, Says Polling Firm

Median Strategies announced that a poll cited by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, which showed her leading in the mayoral race, was entirely fake and part of a social experiment. The firm has retracted the poll and stated that it was created to study the spread of misinformation in political contexts. Bass has since deleted her post about the poll and called for accountability for those behind it.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10
The Hill

Trump Refutes CNN Report on USS Abraham Lincoln Concerns

President Trump dismissed concerns about the USS Abraham Lincoln as a false report from CNN during a press interaction on August 17, 2026. He criticized a CNN reporter for being disrespectful while addressing the media in the Oval Office.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.10
PBS NewsHour

Wyoming Voters Select Nominees in State Primary

Wyoming held a primary election on August 18, 2026, where voters chose nominees for multiple open-seat races. The retirements of two key Republican officials contributed to the number of contests on the ballot.

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PBS NewsHour

Alaska Midterm Primaries Results

Alaska voters are participating in midterm primaries to choose candidates for a competitive U.S. Senate seat. The outcome is expected to impact the majority party in the Senate next year.

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PBS NewsHour

Florida Voters Select Nominees in Midterm Primaries

Florida voters are set to select nominees in the midterm primaries on August 18, 2026. The elections will determine candidates to succeed term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis and to complete the unexpired Senate term of Marco Rubio.

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New York Times — US

House Panel Investigates Allegations Against Representative Jimmy Gomez

Representative Jimmy Gomez of California has confirmed personal mistakes outside his marriage while denying any rule violations regarding relationships with direct subordinates. A House panel is investigating the allegations against him.

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New York Times — Politics

House Panel Investigates Allegations Against Representative Jimmy Gomez

The House panel is investigating allegations against Representative Jimmy Gomez of California regarding inappropriate contact with a subordinate. Gomez has admitted to personal mistakes but denies any wrongdoing related to the rules governing relationships with direct reports.

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Washington Post — Business

White House responds to CNN reporter's questions during Oval Office meeting

In an Oval Office meeting, President [Name] requested CNN reporter Kristen Holmes to stop speaking during her questioning. Subsequently, a White House account commented on the potential embarrassment her children might feel regarding her behavior.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10