Politics

Al Jazeera English Aug 17

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema Leads in Early Election Results Amid Allegations of Violence

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema is leading in early election results. The opposition has alleged that there have been incidents of violence and that the campaign environment has not been fair.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.10

Deutsche Welle Aug 17

Trump calls for reduction of US-South Korea military exercises

US President Donald Trump has expressed that the annual military exercises with South Korea are perceived as sending a negative signal to North Korea. He has ordered a scaling back of these drills.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10

Deutsche Welle Aug 17

Trump comments on US-South Korea military drills

US President Donald Trump has expressed that the annual military exercises with South Korea are perceived as sending a negative signal to North Korea. His comments reflect ongoing tensions in the region.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10

The Hill Aug 17

Attorney General Todd Blanche expresses support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro

Attorney General Todd Blanche affirmed his support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro on Sunday, despite President Trump's criticisms. Blanche emphasized that his support remains intact, although he acknowledged the president's frustration with a specific case.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Fox News — Latest Aug 17

Todd Blanche Supports Jeanine Pirro Following Dismissal of Lincoln Memorial Vandalism Case

U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche backed U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after her office dismissed a vandalism case against David Hearn, accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Blanche noted that evidence suggested the damage might be due to renovation issues rather than vandalism. He also highlighted Pirro's overall performance in prosecuting vandalism cases involving memorials.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Fox News — Politics Aug 17

Todd Blanche Supports Jeanine Pirro Following Dismissal of Lincoln Memorial Vandalism Case

U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche voiced support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after her office dropped the vandalism case against David Hearn, linked to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Blanche acknowledged the complexities of the case and praised Pirro's overall efforts in prosecuting vandalism against memorials.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Fox News — Latest Aug 17

Attorney General Todd Blanche Discusses DOJ Independence on NBC's Meet the Press

Attorney General Todd Blanche discussed the independence of the Department of Justice during an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press.' He rejected the notion of pledging complete independence from the White House, emphasizing the need for the DOJ to align with presidential policy priorities while maintaining lawful enforcement practices. Blanche also addressed concerns regarding his commitment to ethical standards in his role.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: +0.00

Fox News — Latest Aug 17

Haley Stevens Calls on Abdul El-Sayed to Distance from Hasan Piker After Michigan Primary

Rep. Haley Stevens has called on Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to sever ties with controversial streamer Hasan Piker following El-Sayed's primary victory. Stevens emphasized the importance of focusing on Michigan voters and highlighted her own strong performance with key demographics as the general election approaches.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.00

Al Jazeera English Aug 17

Trump announces reduction of US military drills with South Korea

US President Donald Trump announced plans to significantly reduce military exercises with South Korea. He indicated that his decision is influenced by his positive relationship with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10

Al Jazeera English Aug 17

Hamas Calls for Peace Plan Acceptance Following Meeting with Jared Kushner

Hamas has called for the Board of Peace to encourage Israel to accept a proposed Gaza peace plan following discussions with Jared Kushner in Cairo. This development coincides with the impending expiration of a Tehran-US Memorandum of Understanding.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Fox News — Politics Aug 16

Trump Orders Reduction of US-South Korea Military Drills Amid North Korean Missile Tests

President Trump has ordered a reduction in U.S.-South Korea military exercises, citing their high costs and the potential for hostility towards North Korea. This decision comes as North Korea has increased its missile testing, with two launches occurring recently. The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise is set to begin shortly, involving thousands of South Korean troops.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Fox News — Latest Aug 16

Hakeem Jeffries Discusses Healthcare Priorities, Rejects Medicare for All

Hakeem Jeffries, House Minority Leader, publicly rejected Medicare for All and the DSA's agenda, emphasizing the need for affordable healthcare solutions. In contrast, Rep. Ro Khanna called for a vote on Medicare for All, highlighting its importance. The discussion reflects ongoing divisions within the Democratic Party regarding healthcare policy.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: -0.10

New York Times — Politics Aug 16

Trump Directs Pentagon to Reduce Military Exercises with South Korea

President Trump has ordered the Pentagon to scale back military exercises with South Korea. His directive did not reference the strained relations with North Korea that were evident in 2017.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Washington Post — Politics Aug 16

Trump reduces military exercises with South Korea, citing costs and relations with North Korea

President Trump has decided to reduce military exercises with South Korea, citing the costs associated with the drills. He emphasized the importance of maintaining positive relations with North Korea and criticized South Korea for its lack of assistance on issues related to Iran.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

The Hill Aug 16

Senator Fetterman expresses concerns about socialism in the Democratic Party

Senator John Fetterman has raised alarms about the increasing presence of socialism in the Democratic Party, citing the success of progressive candidates in primaries. He made these remarks on social media in response to a CBS News poll highlighting public concerns.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.10

cbsnews.com Aug 16

CBS News Poll Examines American Views on Socialism and Economic Conditions

A CBS News/YouGov poll shows that while most Americans favor a free market system, they view socialism negatively. Many respondents, particularly younger individuals, express concerns about financial stability and opportunities. The poll reveals differing perceptions of socialism within the Democratic Party, where it is generally viewed more favorably than capitalism, and highlights perceived weaknesses in both major political parties.

Bias: 25 Sentiment: +0.00

Guardian — US Aug 16

Jared Kushner Meets with Hamas Leader in Egypt Ahead of Talks with Netanyahu

Jared Kushner held a meeting with Hamas's political chief in Egypt as part of efforts to progress on a ceasefire in Gaza. He is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a US-backed road map that includes disarmament of Hamas and Israeli withdrawal from affected territories.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

Washington Examiner Aug 16

Jared Kushner Meets with Hamas Leadership Ahead of Netanyahu Meeting

Jared Kushner met with Hamas leadership in Egypt on August 16, 2026, as part of efforts to implement a U.S.-backed peace plan aimed at disarming Hamas in Gaza. The meeting precedes Kushner's scheduled discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has expressed skepticism about Hamas's commitment to disarmament.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00

PBS NewsHour Aug 16

Trump directs Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea

President Trump announced a directive to the Pentagon to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, citing concerns over costs and the message these exercises send to North Korea. He characterized North Korea's behavior as unthreatening during his time in office.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.10

Axios Aug 16

Trump instructs Defense Secretary to reduce U.S.-South Korea military drills

President Trump has directed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to significantly reduce U.S. military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. The announcement comes ahead of scheduled military drills, which North Korea protested with a recent missile test. The U.S., Japan, and South Korea condemned this missile launch.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00