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Congress
MediaBias News has published 25 stories involving Congress, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Conflict & Security · United StatesArmy report cites systemic failures in deadly midair collision
A U.S. Army report has identified systemic breakdowns that led to the midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a Black Hawk helicopter near Washington D.C. The report, which has not been publicly released, largely reinforces previous findings and calls for aviation safety reforms.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesTrump considering federal gas tax suspension
President Trump announced he is considering suspending the federal gas tax, a move that would require congressional approval. This comes as four states have already suspended their own gas taxes and G-7 nations agreed to release oil reserves to combat high prices.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Business & Economy · United StatesUS Regulator Proposes New Rules for Leveraged Crypto Exchanges
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has proposed a new federal framework for cryptocurrency exchanges that offer leveraged digital asset trading. The proposal creates a new registration category called 'crypto asset market' and opens a 60-day public comment period.
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 12
Business & Economy · United StatesCongress votes to close hemp THC loophole, impacting $28B market
Congress has voted to close a federal loophole that allowed a multibillion-dollar market for intoxicating hemp products to flourish. The ban, delayed to December 11, threatens billions in revenue and thousands of jobs, with the industry seeking to mitigate the impact.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
PoliticsBrazil's next president to inherit many institutional vacancies
Brazil's incoming president will inherit a large number of appointments to powerful institutions, including the Supreme Court and central bank. This situation grants significant influence over monetary policy, financial markets, and constitutional interpretation, as Congress increasingly uses confirmations for political leverage.
3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 20
Politics · Latin AmericaTrump administration redirects $52 million in military aid to Latin America
The Trump administration is redirecting $52 million in military aid from Europe and the Middle East to Latin American countries. This move defies congressional Democrats, some of whom had earmarked portions of the funding for Ukraine.
Latin America3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · UkraineUkraine to seek new US sanctions on Russian firms
Ukraine is preparing to submit a list of Russian entities to the US administration and Congress for sanctions. The list, to be presented this week, focuses on companies involved in Russia's satellite internet system and its "ghost fleet" of oil tankers.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
PoliticsPSOE and Sumar Advance 'Grandchildren Law' Amendment Despite Legal Warnings
Spain's PSOE and Sumar parties have processed an amendment to an education reform bill that aims to shield the 'Grandchildren Law' from Supreme Court suspension. Congressional lawyers warned the amendment was incongruent and potentially unconstitutional, but the parties proceeded with a majority vote.
3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 71 · Hype 48
Politics · United StatesKennedy Center Whistleblowers Allege Repairs Were Halted
Whistleblowers allege Kennedy Center officials halted planned repairs for building leaks earlier this year. These same leaks are now being cited by the Trump administration as a reason to close the arts institution, which will temporarily shut down until September 30.
United States3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 95 · Hype 25
Politics · United StatesTrump administration cancels nearly $1 billion in federal spending
The Trump administration is cancelling nearly $1 billion in federal spending approved by Congress. The White House announced the move on Friday, citing a rare and contested authority to cut funding for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives.
United States2 min readTrust 36 · Craft 67 · Hype 12
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 StatesDC official urges Trump to scrap arch for columns
A Washington DC preservation official has urged the Trump administration to abandon plans for a 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery. C. Andrew Lewis proposed building slender columns instead, citing original designs from 1924.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Business & Economy · United StatesFederal film tax credit could add $125bn, 143,000 jobs
A new study commissioned by the Motion Picture Association suggests a federal film and television tax credit could significantly increase U.S. production spending and create over 143,000 jobs by 2035. The proposal is gaining bipartisan support.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesCongress returns for pre-midterm session
Both chambers of Congress are returning to Capitol Hill for a brief session before the midterm elections. The House will meet for one week, while the Senate will be in session for three weeks, leaving limited time for legislative action.
United States2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61
Politics · IndiaCongress Questions Modi on China Policy After Xi Meeting
The Congress party has posed four questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The party accused the government of "calibrated capitulation" and raised concerns over border transgressions, China's support for Pakistan, and the trade deficit.
India3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · 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
Politics · United StatesUS Rabbis Report Unease Over Antisemitism Ahead of High Holy Days
Rabbis across the U.S. report that their congregations are feeling unsettled by antisemitic threats and internal divisions as the High Holy Days approach. Security training is being offered, and major Jewish organizations are seeking increased government funding for nonprofit security.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesTrump's approval rating threatens Republican control of Congress
President Donald Trump's approval ratings are near historic lows, impacting Republican chances in the upcoming midterm elections. Voters express dissatisfaction with the economy and the war with Iran, while historical patterns suggest the president's party often loses seats in midterms.
United States4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesUS to spend $4 million on right-wing media in Europe
The Trump administration plans to allocate $4 million to bolster right-wing media outlets in Europe. This funding is part of a broader initiative supporting conservative civil society groups in the region, with a total package of at least $25 million.
United States2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesJudge Weighs Challenge to Trump's Name on Kennedy Center
A federal judge is considering a legal challenge to block President Donald Trump's name from being inscribed on the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The dispute centers on whether the center's board can add the name after a judge ruled only Congress has that authority.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 68
Politics · IndiaGurugram waterlogging: BJP MP blames Congress, suggests tunnels
Gurugram MP Rao Inderjit Singh attributed the city's waterlogging to development during the Congress era and proposed underground tunnels as a solution. The Congress party responded by highlighting Singh's own tenure as MP.
India3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 50 · Hype 40
Politics · United StatesFlorida ACA Enrollment Drops Amid Premium Hikes
Florida has seen a significant drop in Affordable Care Act enrollment, with around 440,000 residents losing coverage. This comes after enhanced federal subsidies expired in January, leading to premium increases and forcing many to forgo insurance.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesCourts block Trump's White House ballroom until Congress approves it
An appellate court ordered construction halted on Donald Trump’s White House ballroom, ruling Congress must authorise it. Trump now calls the $400m project a 'military complex' and has asked the Supreme Court to intervene, citing security threats.
United States5 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 35
Politics · United StatesUS advocates seek Republican support to end child marriage
Organisations advocating to end child marriage in the United States are targeting Republican lawmakers at state and federal levels, framing it as a nonpartisan issue affecting children. Some states are advancing laws to set the minimum marriage age at 18, while California legislators face lobbying to remove exceptions.
United States3 min readTrust 27 · Craft 62 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesTrump administration to close five US diplomatic posts, reopen others
The US State Department will close five diplomatic missions, including the embassy in Grenada and consulates in Japan and Indonesia, while reopening posts in Libya, Syria and Venezuela. The moves were communicated to Congress by the Trump administration.
United States4 min read