Politics

Al Jazeera English Jun 12

Amnesty International and Oxfam report increase in violence by Israeli settlers in West Bank

Amnesty International and Oxfam have released reports documenting an increase in violence by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. The reports suggest that this violence is backed by state support.

Bias: 59 Sentiment: -1.00

New York Post Jun 12

Spencer Pratt comments on LA mayoral vote count as results continue to be tallied

Spencer Pratt's early lead in the Los Angeles mayoral election has decreased, with Councilwoman Nithya Raman now set to face Karen Bass as the vote count continues. The election results are still being finalized.

Bias: 36 Sentiment: +0.00

Axios Jun 12

Details of Proposed U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding

President Trump has indicated that a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) is set to be signed, which includes provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and sanctions relief for Iran based on compliance. The MOU aims to extend a ceasefire for 60 days while negotiations on Iran's nuclear program are conducted. The agreement is still pending final approval from Iranian leadership.

Bias: 45 Sentiment: +0.00

nbcnews.com Jun 12

House Republicans Face Political Consequences After Epstein Files Release

Four House Republicans who supported the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files are facing political fallout, with one already out of Congress and others at risk of losing their positions. Representative Thomas Massie lost his primary election, while Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned, Nancy Mace failed to advance in her gubernatorial race, and Lauren Boebert faces potential challenges. The White House has defended Trump's involvement in the Epstein issue.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: -0.20

apnews.com Jun 12

Kennedy Center Board Seeks Delay in Ruling on Trump's Name Removal

The Kennedy Center board is seeking a delay in a court ruling that requires the removal of Donald Trump's name from the venue by Friday. This request follows a recent ruling stating that only Congress can change the center's name, and it comes amid criticism from the arts community over Trump's influence at the center.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: -0.10

Washington Examiner Jun 12

Supreme Court upholds stay on Alabama inmate's execution by nitrogen gas

The Supreme Court has upheld a federal judge's order blocking the execution of Alabama inmate Jeffery Lee by nitrogen gas. The court's 6-3 decision maintains a stay on the execution, which was scheduled for Thursday evening. Governor Kay Ivey expressed disappointment, but the ruling allows for the potential rescheduling of Lee's execution.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.00

The Hill Jun 12

Sen. John Cornyn predicts challenging period for Trump after midterms

Senator John Cornyn expressed in a recent interview that he anticipates the two years after the midterm elections will be challenging for President Trump. This statement follows Cornyn's defeat to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who was endorsed by Trump.

Bias: 16 Sentiment: -0.20

New York Times — Politics Jun 12

U.S. Scholar Arrested in China After Meeting Between Leaders

U Min Zin, a graduate student at UC Berkeley, was arrested in China following a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. He is known for his research on Myanmar politics.

Bias: 5 Sentiment: +0.00

The Hill Jun 12

Kennedy Center Board Appeals Order to Remove Trump's Name from Building

The Kennedy Center board of trustees has appealed a federal judge's order to remove President Trump's name from the building. This appeal was filed just before the judge's deadline, and the board had previously voted to stay the order.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jun 12

Tulsi Gabbard retracts findings on Biden-era Havana Syndrome assessments

Tulsi Gabbard has retracted findings related to the Biden-era assessments on Havana Syndrome. Her office criticized the assessments for excluding evidence, mischaracterizing sources, and relying on a flawed medical study.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jun 12

Tulsi Gabbard Rescinds Biden-era Findings on Havana Syndrome

Tulsi Gabbard has retracted the Intelligence Community Assessments on Havana Syndrome, citing issues with evidence exclusion, mischaracterization of sources, and reliance on an ethically flawed medical study. This information was conveyed in a memo to congressional leaders.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Post Jun 12

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticizes The New York Times for article based on former employees

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly criticized The New York Times for publishing an article he claims is biased, citing that it was based on information from former employees. He referred to the article as a 'hit piece'.

Bias: 62 Sentiment: -0.20

Washington Examiner Jun 12

Trump Supports House Resolution to Void First-Term Impeachments

President Donald Trump supports a House Republican resolution to void his first-term impeachments, which would symbolically erase his impeachment record. House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed openness to the resolution, which aligns with discussions that began about a month ago. Trump indicated he would be 'honored' if the resolution is passed.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Times — US Jun 12

Trump Suspends Funding for Los Angeles Homeless Agency

The housing secretary, Scott Turner, has announced the suspension of funding for the Los Angeles homelessness agency, labeling its efforts as ineffective. The decision reflects ongoing concerns regarding the management of homelessness initiatives in the city.

Bias: 56 Sentiment: -0.50

The Hill Jun 12

Federal lawsuit seeks to block New York's Medical Aid in Dying law

A federal lawsuit has been filed by disability rights organizations in New York to challenge the Medical Aid in Dying law. The plaintiffs argue that the law could lead vulnerable individuals to consider suicide instead of receiving appropriate support and medical treatment.

Bias: 62 Sentiment: -0.10

Washington Examiner Jun 12

Kennedy Center board to appeal order for removal of Trump's name

The Kennedy Center's board has decided to appeal a federal judge's order mandating the removal of Donald Trump's name from the building. The judge ruled that the name addition was unlawful, bypassing Congress. As the appeal is prepared, staff have begun removing Trump's name from various platforms, while the board plans to recognize his contributions in a different manner.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: +0.00

New York Times — US Jun 12

Supreme Court Prevents Alabama from Executing Inmate with Nitrogen Gas

The Supreme Court has ruled against Alabama's plan to execute Jeffery Lee using nitrogen gas, which was scheduled for Thursday. This ruling highlights the ongoing debates surrounding execution methods in the state.

Bias: 5 Sentiment: +0.00

nbcnews.com Jun 12

Federal Authorities Investigate Markings on National Mall

Federal authorities are investigating large '8647' markings found on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on June 11, 2026. The incident has been described as vandalism by an Interior Department spokesperson, and it is linked to a criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey. The investigation is ongoing, with grass samples collected for testing.

Bias: 45 Sentiment: -0.10

New York Post Jun 12

California's June 2 Primary Election Included Property Owner Ballot

California's primary election on June 2 included a separate ballot that was exclusive to property owners. This aspect of the election has not received as much attention as the broader primary results in Los Angeles.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: +0.00

Fox News — Latest Jun 12

White House Responds to Ariana Grande's Criticism Over Music Use in ICE Video

The White House addressed Ariana Grande's criticism regarding the use of her song in an ICE-related TikTok video. Grande had requested that her music not be associated with such content, prompting a response from a White House spokesperson. The song has since been removed from the video.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: +0.00