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CNN
MediaBias News has published 24 stories involving CNN, from August 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesUS judge orders White House to restore press access
US television networks are resuming coverage of President Donald Trump's events following a federal judge's order to reinstate access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico. The outlets had been blocked from the White House by the Trump administration.
United States4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 45 · Hype 20- Politics · United States
Rubio Defends Trump White House Press Ban
Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Donald Trump's decision to ban CNN, MS NOW, and POLITICO from the White House. The outlets have filed a federal lawsuit, arguing the ban violates their First and Fifth Amendment rights.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Politics · United StatesTrump's speech broadcast without sound amid media boycott
Donald Trump's remarks at a White House event were broadcast without sound by US television channels. This followed a boycott by major broadcasters in protest against the White House barring several news outlets from access.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 68- Media · United States
Trump vetoes CNN, Politico, MS NOW; networks boycott coverage
President Donald Trump vetoed CNN, Politico, and MS NOW, impacting audiovisual coverage of his UN trip. In response, CBS, NBC, ABC, and Fox halted their joint television coverage of Trump, citing solidarity with the banned outlets.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 
Politics · United StatesNews Outlets Sue White House Over Press Credential Revocation
Three major news organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging a violation of First Amendment rights after their White House press credentials were revoked. The outlets seek immediate restoration of access.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS envoy suggests Iran war could last through Trump's term
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz suggested the Iran war could last through President Trump's term, a prospect reportedly raised privately by White House advisers. Trump has claimed the conflict ended months ago and will conclude after the midterms.
Middle East2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 68
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS war with Iran cost $45.1 billion, Pentagon reports
The US war with Iran has cost an estimated $45.1 billion, according to a Pentagon report to Congress. This figure surpasses earlier projections and includes significant spending on war-related costs and fuel.
Middle East3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 85 · Hype 12
Politics · United StatesRussian deepfake campaign targets US midterms with celebrity videos
A Russian disinformation campaign is using doctored celebrity videos with AI-cloned voices to target US midterm elections, aiming to discredit Democratic candidates. Researchers attribute the operation to a Kremlin-backed group known as Matryoshka, or Storm-1679.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesDonald Trump says he uses AI but will not say how
Donald Trump confirmed he uses artificial intelligence but declined to specify how, stating only that it can be used for "a lot of things." He also commented on the technology's future, saying "whoever wins in artificial intelligence wins."
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41- Politics
Hegseth Accused of Pressuring Rescued Airmen for '60 Minutes' Interview
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly pressured two airmen, rescued after an F-15 was shot down over Iran, to appear on '60 Minutes'. Military officials allegedly raised concerns about classified information, which Hegseth's office is said to have ignored. The Pentagon has denied the claims.
4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS military personnel assist Saudi Arabia in targeting Houthis
Over 100 US military personnel are on the ground in Saudi Arabia, providing intelligence and targeting support for the kingdom's campaign against the Houthis. The US is sharing intelligence but not participating directly in strikes, operating within a newly established joint command.
Middle East3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 40
Politics · United StatesMcConnell's absence from Senate prompts calls for return or resignation
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for over 80 days since his June hospitalization. Fox News commentator Joe Concha has publicly demanded that McConnell return to Senate duties by September or resign, stating "Enough of this already."
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesTexas Senate candidate James Talarico called capitalism an 'oppressive system' in 2020
James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Texas’ US Senate seat, described capitalism as an 'oppressive system' in a 2020 Sierra Club forum, grouping it with white supremacy and climate change. The remarks resurfaced as Talarico faces Republican Ken Paxton in a tight race.
United States5 min readTrust 65 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesTrump allies reportedly consider election interference measures
Speculation is mounting over extreme measures President Donald Trump and his allies may consider to influence the 2026 midterm elections. These potential actions reportedly include declaring a national emergency and deploying immigration agents to polling stations.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesJasmine Crockett will not campaign with James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett announced she will not campaign with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas U.S. Senate race. Crockett stated her focus will be on supporting other candidates in lower-profile races.
United States2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 69 · Hype 55
Politics · United StatesPoll: Trump Most Admired Republican President by GOP Voters
A CNN poll indicates that 53% of Republicans consider Donald Trump the most admired Republican president. The results place him significantly ahead of Ronald Reagan and Abraham Lincoln, with Trump also linked to a recent primary victory.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 68
Politics · United StatesTrump tells CNN reporter to be quiet during North Korea briefing
Donald Trump interrupted CNN White House correspondent Kristen Holmes during an Oval Office briefing, calling her "a loud, boisterous person" and telling her to be quiet. The exchange followed her question about whether Kim Jong Un had asked Trump to reduce U.S.-South Korea military exercises.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed’s deleted videos resurface ahead of Michigan Senate race
More than 100 of Abdul El-Sayed’s YouTube videos were removed or made private before his 2026 Senate campaign. CNN reported that some criticised Fourth of July fireworks, the Second Amendment and American football, prompting backlash from Republican opponents and scrutiny from Democrats.
United States5 min readTrust 58 · Craft 95 · Hype 55
Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS intelligence says Iran shifted focus from nuclear programme to Strait of Hormuz
A US military intelligence assessment concludes Iran has moved its strategic priority from its nuclear programme to the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil and gas shipping route. Outlets diverge on whether the shift signals military escalation or economic pressure as the main US response.
Middle East4 min readTrust 41 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesNancy Mace warns of burkas in schools if Abdul El-Sayed elected
US Representative Nancy Mace said on CNN that 'our granddaughters will be wearing burkas to school' if Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s Senate race, calling Muslim officeholders a threat. CNN’s Omar Jimenez challenged her on First Amendment protections during the exchange.
United States5 min readTrust 54 · Craft 81 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesAbdul El-Sayed calls Trump marriage 'rocky' after Truth Social post
Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed described Donald and Melania Trump’s marriage as 'rocky' during a CNN interview, days after Trump shared a photo comparing the couples on Truth Social. The remark drew criticism from right-rated outlets, while left-rated coverage framed it as a response to Trump’s attacks.
United States4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 68 · Hype 32
Politics · United StatesFrancesca Hong revises stance on Thanksgiving after 2021 call to cancel it
Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist running for governor of Wisconsin, has walked back a 2021 social media post urging people to "cancel Thanksgiving" over its colonial history. In a recent interview, she called it her "favourite holiday" but did not directly answer whether she still believes it should be scrapped.
United States4 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 48
Media · United StatesRobert F. Kennedy Jr. CNN interview called a 'Gish gallop' by experts
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s CNN interview with Dana Bash drew criticism from experts who described his rapid succession of claims as a 'Gish gallop', a tactic to overwhelm opponents with unverifiable points. HuffPost reported Kennedy disputed vaccine efficacy and ICU capacity during COVID-19, while experts analysed the strategy's intent and effect.
United States4 min readTrust 55 · Craft 60 · Hype 70- Politics · United States
RFK Jr. clashes with CNN’s Dana Bash over pandemic response
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and CNN’s Dana Bash traded sharp remarks during an interview about pandemic preparedness, with Bash rejecting his claim of press malpractice and correcting his assertion that she lacked scientific expertise. The exchange went viral for its confrontational tone.
United States4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
