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Washington Examiner

Democrats oppose Trump's proposal to include Iran in Russia sanctions bill

Democrats are resisting President Trump's proposal to include Iran in a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill, complicating its potential passage in the Senate. While some Republicans support the inclusion of Iran, Democrats argue that the issues should remain separate. The bill aims to impose economic penalties on Russia amid ongoing conflicts.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10
Axios

Senate Considers Third Reconciliation Package for Defense Funding

Senate Republicans are contemplating a third reconciliation package to address the Pentagon's weapon stock shortages, viewing it as a backup plan while the House attempts to pass necessary funding measures. Former President Trump is pressuring House Republicans to support the budget resolution, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will testify on funding requests. The Senate is balancing the advancement of appropriations with the potential use of reconciliation if needed.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00
Fox News — Latest

Colorado candidate Melat Kiros advocates for increased immigrant representation in government

Melat Kiros, a Democratic Socialist candidate in Colorado, has called for increased representation of immigrants in government to address what she describes as the exploitative nature of the United States. Kiros recently won a primary election against a long-serving incumbent and spoke at a Denver event about the need for political change and her experiences in law school.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.10
Fox News — Politics

Documents reveal FBI intervention in border inspection of virus researcher linked to Wuhan lab

Senator Rand Paul has released documents showing that the FBI intervened to stop U.S. Customs and Border Protection from questioning Peter Daszak, a researcher linked to the Wuhan Institute of Virology, upon his return to the U.S. from a WHO investigation into COVID-19 origins. The documents detail concerns about Daszak's research and the FBI's request to halt the inspection.

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Fox News — Latest

Documents reveal FBI intervention in border inspection of virus researcher linked to Wuhan lab

Senator Rand Paul released documents showing that the FBI intervened to stop U.S. Customs and Border Protection from questioning Peter Daszak, a researcher linked to the Wuhan Institute of Virology, upon his return from a WHO investigation. The documents highlight concerns over Daszak's research and the FBI's request to halt the inspection.

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Fox News — Latest

House Republicans Advance SAVE America Act Amid Democratic Opposition

The House of Representatives has advanced the SAVE America Act, a proposal aimed at implementing federal voter ID requirements, despite facing opposition from Democrats. The bill is set to be included in a budget reconciliation process to avoid the need for bipartisan support. A chamber-wide vote is expected soon, with Republicans asserting the legislation will improve election security.

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Fox News — Politics

Rep. Buddy Carter Requests FCC Review of Major Networks' Broadcast Decisions

Rep. Buddy Carter has asked the FCC to review ABC, NBC, and CBS's decisions not to air President Trump's primetime address live. He raised concerns about the networks' obligations to serve the public interest and emphasized the importance of allowing the public to hear presidential addresses directly. The request follows Trump's address discussing election vulnerabilities and criticizing the networks.

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PBS NewsHour

Arizona Republicans Select Nominee for Governor in Primary Election

Arizona Republicans conducted a primary election on July 20, 2026, to determine their candidate for the gubernatorial race against incumbent Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November. The results will influence the political landscape in the state.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Plans Meeting with New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham Following Phone Call

President Donald Trump announced plans to meet with new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham following a productive phone call on July 20, 2026. The leaders discussed various topics, including North Sea oil production and trade. This marks a shift in Trump's tone towards Burnham, who had previously criticized him.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.20
Al Jazeera English

Suspect Charged in Death of UK Politician Ann Widdecombe

A suspect has been charged in the death of UK politician Ann Widdecombe, with law enforcement looking into a possible political motive for the incident. Widdecombe was associated with the Reform UK party.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -1.00
The Hill

Hegseth and Caine to Testify on Iran Supplemental Funding Request

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine will testify before the Senate on the White House's supplemental funding request related to the U.S.-Iran conflict. This comes after a recent escalation that led to the deaths of three service members.

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Breitbart

Hasan Piker Critiques Moderate Liberals at CDA Convention

Hasan Piker spoke at the College Democrats of America convention in Washington, DC, where he criticized moderate liberals while dressed in a Mao Zedong-inspired suit. The event highlighted divisions within the Democratic Party.

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Fox News — Politics

Retired Lt. Col. Dave Flippo Campaigns for Congress, Supports Trump's Iran Policy

Retired Lt. Col. Dave Flippo is campaigning for Congress in northern Nevada, supporting Trump's Iran policy and advocating for fiscal responsibility. He positions himself as an outsider against establishment candidates and highlights illegal immigration as a key issue. His opponent is former Assembly Majority Leader Teresa Benitez-Thompson, whom he criticizes for her voting record.

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Al Jazeera English

Andy Burnham Becomes New Prime Minister of Britain

Andy Burnham has been appointed as Britain's new Prime Minister, succeeding the previous leader. His prior experience as Mayor of Manchester positions him to tackle the challenges of uniting a divided nation.

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Washington Examiner

FBI Director Kash Patel Plans Trip to Russia This Fall

FBI Director Kash Patel is set to visit Russia from October 14 to 15, with expected meetings in Moscow and St. Petersburg. The trip comes amid ongoing tensions related to the war in Ukraine and follows scrutiny over Patel's use of taxpayer-funded travel. This marks the first visit by an FBI director to Russia since Robert Mueller in 2013.

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PBS NewsHour

Colombia's President Petro urges supporters to defend economic reforms

Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro, in his last speech, called on supporters to defend his government's social and economic reforms. He highlighted the importance of opposing any changes to labor laws proposed by the incoming administration.

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PBS NewsHour

Andy Burnham becomes Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade

Andy Burnham was appointed as Britain's seventh prime minister on July 20, 2026. Meanwhile, Andrew and Tristan Tate remain in custody as they fight extradition to the UK on serious charges, and protests in New Delhi turned violent during a student-led demonstration for education reforms.

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Washington Examiner

Rep. Kat Cammack Proposes Background Checks for House Staffers Amid Foreign Interference Concerns

Representative Kat Cammack is proposing a resolution to require background checks for House staffers due to concerns about foreign interference. The resolution aims to mandate the disclosure of dual citizenship and employment with foreign governments. While it has bipartisan support, there are concerns regarding the disclosure requirements.

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