Politics
Elections, governments and legislation, and how coverage of them splits across the spectrum.
1210 stories · page 5 of 60
Divergence, source breadth, recency and a broader regional mix.
Politics · United StatesCanada opens national monument for LGBTQ+ purge victims
Canada has officially opened Thunderhead, a new national monument in Ottawa dedicated to victims of the LGBT Purge. Funded by a class-action settlement, the monument serves as a space for remembrance, learning, and celebration.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesFederal Court faces unmanageable workloads due to immigration case surge
The Federal Court is experiencing unmanageable workloads due to a significant rise in immigration cases over the past six years, according to Chief Justice Alan Diner. Staff are working extended hours to cope with the surge, which has also led to processing delays.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20- Politics
Poilievre urges Canada to designate Kata’ib Hezbollah as terrorist group
Canada’s Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has called on Ottawa to designate Kata’ib Hezbollah as a terrorist entity, citing accusations that a member contributed to a synagogue attack and the March shooting at the U.S. consulate in Toronto. Outlets across the political spectrum reported the demand, though details on the government’s response remain limited.
4 min readTrust 62 · Craft 50 · Hype 20 
Politics · United StatesTrump supporters echo leader's criticism of Canada in Dallas
Thousands of Donald Trump supporters gathered in Dallas for a convention where many echoed his criticisms of Canada. One attendee called Canada "communist," while polling data showed a drop in favourable views among Republicans.
United States2 min readTrust 74 · Craft 87 · Hype 28
Politics · United StatesRep. Brandon Gill delivers patriotic land acknowledgment at GOP midterm convention in Dallas
Rep. Brandon Gill, R‑Texas, began the GOP midterm convention in Dallas with a tongue‑in‑cheek land acknowledgment that praised patriots, pioneers and explorers. He later said to Fox News Digital he would not apologise for the remarks, sparking viral attention.
United States3 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesCarney warns of cost as Canada's retaliatory tariffs against US begin
Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Canadians that the country's shift away from the United States will incur costs, though he maintains the alternative would be significantly more detrimental. Canada's retaliatory tariffs against the US took effect on Tuesday.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
PoliticsAustrian speaker Martin Sellner denied entry to Canada for conference
Austrian anti-immigrant speaker Martin Sellner stated he was not granted an electronic travel authorization in time for a planned trip to Hamilton, Canada. He was scheduled to speak at a nationalist conference hosted by the Dominion Society.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesBC Premier Eby tells legislators to be 'election ready'
British Columbia Premier David Eby has instructed his legislators to be prepared for an upcoming election, citing disruption from the trade war with the United States. He has appointed Cheryl Oates to manage the party's campaign.
United States2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 20- Politics · United States
Fan with Palestinian flag runs onto field at Yankee Stadium on 9/11 anniversary
A fan carrying a Palestinian flag ran onto the field at Yankee Stadium during the Yankees-Mets game on September 12, 2026, the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The incident occurred in the seventh inning and was met with chants of 'USA' from the crowd.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 68 
Politics · Middle EastFive Iranian officials sanctioned by Canada over Strait of Hormuz disruption
Canada imposed sanctions on five Iranian officials, including senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps members and a naval commander, for actions disrupting navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The move follows Iran’s blockade of the waterway after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes in February, stranding 1,500 vessels.
Middle East5 min readTrust 80 · Craft 87 · Hype 15
PoliticsQuebec Premier Fréchette to call election amid immigration debate
Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette is expected to call an election campaign this week. Parties have not yet revealed their immigration platforms, a key issue that has strained relations between Quebec and Ottawa.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
PoliticsAnalysts: Trump, referendum talk make Quebec election unpredictable
Analysts suggest that discussions around Donald Trump and potential referendums will make the upcoming Quebec election difficult to predict. This contrasts with the situation four years ago when François Legault's party held a significant lead.
1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesDallas-Fort Worth Airport installs Islamic foot-washing stations in restrooms
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is installing Islamic foot-washing stations in Terminal D restrooms, a privately funded $300,000 project registered with Texas regulators on 31 July 2026. The move has drawn criticism from conservative outlets, while a centre-rated report framed it as a practical safety measure.
United States5 min readTrust 55 · Craft 55 · Hype 65
PoliticsOttawa won't say if refugee sponsorship policy was misused
The Immigration Department has declined to state whether a refugee permanent resident sponsorship policy was misused before its expiration last week. Ottawa cited "potential integrity concerns" as the reason for ending the policy, which allowed refugees to sponsor family members not on their initial application.
1 min readTrust 50 · Craft 52 · Hype 30
PoliticsQuébec solidaire candidates report surge in online hate ahead of provincial election
Québec solidaire and Parti Québécois candidates in Quebec’s upcoming provincial election report a sharp rise in online hate, including threats and slurs. Party leaders describe the volume as “alarming” and say it deters marginalised people from running for office. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
4 min readTrust 56 · Craft 87 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesWhite House X post on Sapporo production move clarified
The White House posted on X about Sapporo Breweries moving production from Canada to the US due to tariffs. The brewery later clarified that only non-alcoholic beer, less than one per cent of its Canadian output, is being considered for the move.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump pressured officials to 'find' votes, loyalist Republicans sought to deny Biden presidency
President Donald Trump pressured state election officials to "find" votes after his 2020 loss, while loyalist Republicans in Congress attempted to deny Joe Biden the presidency during the Electoral College certification. Concerns exist about future attempts to overturn election results.
United States2 min readTrust 33 · Craft 69 · Hype 55
PoliticsDemolition begins at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School after February mass shooting
Demolition of Tumbler Ridge Secondary School began on 17 August 2026, following a mass shooting on 10 February that killed nine people. The federal and provincial governments have pledged $200 million for a new school and health centre upgrades. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
5 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesTrump Signs Order to Speed Veterans' Access to Benefits
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order designed to expedite veterans' access to federal benefits and employment opportunities. The order mandates modernization of data sharing between the Departments of War and Veterans Affairs, incorporating new digital tools, including AI, to streamline the process.
United States3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 58 · Hype 41
PoliticsSenate report finds mifepristone makers fail safety oversight
A Senate investigation into mifepristone manufacturers has concluded that companies are not upholding risk evaluation and mitigation strategies, particularly concerning online sales. The report calls for regulatory action regarding oversight of abortion pill producers.
4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
