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White House
MediaBias News has published 95 stories involving White House, from September 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesFlávio Bolsonaro claims solo exit from Brazil, US sources cite Trump
Senator Flávio Bolsonaro said he organized his own departure from Brazil to the United States, vowing to keep the details secret. However, US authorities told The New York Times that a White House employee arranged his jet, and President Trump authorized his entry.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesRubio Considering Resignation, State Department Denies
Anonymous sources claimed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was considering resignation after Republican midterm losses, with some suggesting a 2028 presidential run. The State Department and White House have strongly denied these reports, calling them 'fake news'.
United States3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesJD Vance Blames Iran War for Midterm Losses, Splits with Trump
Vice President JD Vance stated the war with Iran was the reason for the Republican Party's midterm election defeat. The comments, made on X, suggest a divergence from President Trump's stance and have fueled speculation about Vance's 2028 presidential ambitions.
United States4 min readTrust 78 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesTrump Declares 'Anti-Communism Week' on Election Day
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation designating November 1-7 as 'Anti-Communism Week'. The declaration, made on November 3, 2026, coinciding with the US midterm elections, frames communism and socialism as threats to American ideals and individual liberty. This is the second consecutive year Trump has declared such a week.
United States3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 60 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesWashington DC power outage hits Foggy Bottom before elections
A power outage affected over 1,100 Pepco customers in Washington D.C.'s Foggy Bottom and downtown areas on November 2. The disruption was attributed to a substation failure and occurred the day before the US midterm elections, leading to class cancellations at George Washington University.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesTrump Issues Reformation Day Statement on Faith
President Donald Trump issued a statement on Reformation Day, October 31, 2026, referencing the historical role of faith in the US and pledging to defend believers' place in public life. The White House also paid a Christian wire service to publicize the message.
United States2 min readTrust 78 · Craft 54 · Hype 25
Politics · United StatesBeatrice Keul alleges Donald Trump raped her in 1993
A report by House Democrats includes a new allegation from Beatrice Keul, who claims Donald Trump raped her in 1993. The report also alleges Trump was an active participant in Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse. The White House denies the claims.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 68
Politics · United StatesBarack Obama mocks Trump’s White House renovation, cites $900 million cost
Former President Barack Obama ridiculed President Donald Trump’s White House renovation as resembling a Saddam Hussein‑opened Cheesecake Factory during Ohio and Michigan campaign events nine days before the 2026 U.S. midterms. Digests reported two cost estimates, $900 million and over a billion dollars, and varied in what they highlighted.
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 55
Politics · United StatesWhite House Weighs Mass Pardons for Junior Staffers
The White House is reportedly evaluating the possibility of issuing mass pardons to junior staffers. Conservative groups have urged the administration to grant preemptive clemency, though one source suggests a blanket pardon for all junior officials is unlikely.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 65
Politics · United StatesTrump says he may move White House press corps
US President Donald Trump confirmed he may move the White House press corps to a different location. He dismissed reports that he planned to remove the press room and restore a historic swimming pool, calling such an idea 'stupid'.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 48
Politics · United StatesTrump invokes Defense Production Act for oil sector
President Donald Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act of 1950, designating domestic petroleum production, refining, and logistics as essential to national defense. This action could enable U.S. funding for fossil fuel projects.
United States3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · UkraineKushner and Witkoff to Travel to Norway for Ukraine Peace Talks
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are reportedly travelling to Norway this week for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is also expected to attend the tentative meetings, which come as tensions rise between Washington and Kyiv.
Ukraine3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20
PoliticsTrump signs executive order for women's health division
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to promote women's health, establishing a new division within the National Institutes of Health and a specialized task force. Melania Trump spearheaded the initiative, which observers noted was accompanied by an apparent attempt to avoid a kiss from the President.
4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 68
Politics · United StatesDHS Appointees Asked CISA to Hack Voting Machine
Political appointees at the Department of Homeland Security asked the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to secretly acquire and hack a voting machine. Career staff raised concerns, and the operation did not proceed.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · UkraineUS Lawmakers Seek Probe into Ukraine Starlink Disruptions
US lawmakers are seeking a congressional investigation into disruptions affecting satellite communications used by Ukrainian forces. Republican representatives have warned that unexplained restrictions on the American-supported system could endanger lives and undermine Ukraine’s defence capabilities.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41- Politics · United States
Katie Zacharia fired as White House press secretary after four days
Katie Zacharia was fired as White House press secretary on Friday after serving only four days. Conservative commentator Laura Loomer announced on X that she wants the job, stating, 'Hear me out: Press Secretary Laura Loomer.'
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 45 
Politics · United StatesTrump ballroom project raised $333 million from private donors
Private donations for Donald Trump's White House ballroom project have reached $333 million, according to internal documents. Tech giants Nvidia and Apple each contributed $25 million, among other significant corporate and individual pledges.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesLisa Cook's lawyers call White House committee 'demonstrably biased'
Lawyers for Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook have stated that a White House committee investigating her is 'demonstrably biased.' They also announced she would be unable to attend a hearing scheduled for November 5 due to policy meetings in Europe.
United States1 min readTrust 48 · Craft 52 · Hype 15
Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump and Netanyahu Discussed New Iran Operation
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the possibility of a new large-scale military operation against Iran last week. Trump publicly stated on October 8 that the US would not attack Iran before the November 3 midterm elections.
Middle East4 min readTrust 58 · Craft 95 · Hype 50
Politics · United StatesHochul office posts Aaron Rodgers injury photo after Katie Zacharia's debut
On October 13, 2026 Katie Zacharia began as White House press secretary. That same day New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s press office posted a photo of Aaron Rodgers’ Jets injury, which many interpreted as a jab at the newcomer. The incident revived discussion of Zacharia’s earlier resignation amid a harassment probe.
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 59 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesKatie Zacharia makes brief first appearance as White House press secretary
Katie Zacharia, the new White House press secretary, held her first press conference, which was significantly shorter than her predecessor's. She made a verbal gaffe and faced criticism from an unnamed administration official.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesUS asks Greece ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign
Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle has been asked to resign from her post as US ambassador to Greece. White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia confirmed the request during her inaugural press briefing. The State Department had been investigating complaints about Guilfoyle's management style and use of benefits.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41- Politics · United States
Three AI officials to move to White House from Commerce Department unit
The Trump administration is planning to move three senior officials from the Center for Advancing Innovation and Standards for Super Intelligence to the White House. The move aims to improve coordination and bring AI decision-making closer to the presidency.
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 85 · Hype 15 
Politics · UkraineCarney criticises US-Russia diesel deal with Zelenskyy
Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about a new diesel supply agreement between the U.S. and Russia. Carney's office stated the deal runs counter to allied efforts to end the war by cutting off Russian revenue.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 20- Politics · United States
Donald Trump brings Mike Tyson on stage at New York rally
Donald Trump brought boxing legend Mike Tyson on stage at a rally in Syracuse, New York. Tyson was also photographed in the White House press briefing room.
United States2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41 
Conflict & Security · United StatesArizona Man Arrested for Alleged White House Bomb Threats
Jacob Aaron Hicks, 46, of Tucson, Arizona, was arrested and charged with making an interstate threat. He is accused of emailing a local news station with threats of mass bombings targeting the White House and other Washington, D.C. locations.
United States3 min readTrust 78 · Craft 85 · Hype 22
Conflict & Security · RussiaUS Monitors Suspected Plague Outbreak in Russia
The White House is monitoring reports of a suspected plague outbreak and related quarantine measures in Russia. A 27-year-old researcher died, with some reports suggesting a lab accident, though Russian authorities have not officially confirmed plague as the cause of death.
Russia3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesWhite House forms AI task force led by Jay Clayton
The White House has established a new task force, named the ‘Super Intelligence Force’, to evaluate the risks associated with artificial intelligence. Led by Jay Clayton, director of national intelligence, the group has 120 days to produce its findings on government responsibility over the technology.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump rejected Secret Service plan to demolish Oval Office
President Donald Trump stated that Secret Service officials proposed demolishing and rebuilding the Oval Office. He rejected the suggestion, calling the room a "special place" and is now considering designating it a federal landmark.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump defends taxpayer-funded ads promoting country, not candidate
President Trump stated that taxpayer-funded advertisements are promoting the United States, not a political candidate. The White House has spent more than $1 million on these ads, which have drawn criticism from some Republicans and a watchdog group.
United States3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 58 · Hype 41
Media · United StatesWhite House Excludes CNN From Press Pool Despite Court Order
The White House has again excluded CNN from a presidential travel assignment, this time for President Trump's trip to Texas and Oklahoma. The removal occurred despite a federal judge's order that had previously restored CNN's access to the presidential press pool.
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesTrump jokes only a Hispanic could survive fall from ballroom site
Donald Trump told attendees at a White House Hispanic Heritage Month event that the construction site for his planned ballroom had holes so large that only a Hispanic person could survive a fall into them. He also touted his administration's economic record and border security.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · ChinaTrump says he discussed political prisoners with China's Xi
Donald Trump stated he raised the issue of political prisoners with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their recent meeting. He specifically mentioned the cases of Jimmy Lai and Min Zin when questioned by reporters.
China3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20![Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr departs an event in the East Room of the White House, on March 20, 2026, in Washington [Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP]](https://www.aljazeera.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ap_6abd508ae4c06-1790791818.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440)
Politics · United StatesFCC Chair Says Trump Ads Don't Need Review
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr stated that taxpayer-funded advertisements featuring Donald Trump do not warrant FCC review, likening them to public service announcements. The White House defended the ads, while Democratic senators have asked the Department of Homeland Security to stop spending funds on them.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20
Business & Economy · European UnionUS urges EU to release oil reserves to lower global prices
The White House is pressuring European countries to release emergency oil and diesel reserves to combat rising global prices. The US is also considering a ban on diesel exports to control domestic fuel costs before the November midterm elections.
European Union4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Politics · United States
Trump calls Google CEO Pichai 'monster' at AI meeting
Donald Trump referred to Google CEO Sundar Pichai as a "monster" during a White House meeting with AI executives. Pichai responded with a joke, and the exchange occurred during discussions on artificial intelligence.
United States2 min readTrust 68 · Craft 87 · Hype 30 
Politics · United StatesMusician Sends Cease-and-Desist Over Trump Ad Using His Song
Musician JMSN, whose real name is Christian Berishaj, has sent a cease-and-desist letter to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. The letter objects to the use of his song 'Love Me' in a promotional ad featuring Donald Trump, which was paid for using tax dollars and is alleged to violate federal copyright law.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesTrump considers US diesel export ban amid high prices
President Donald Trump is seriously considering a ban on U.S. diesel exports as fuel prices climb ahead of the November midterm elections. Analysts warn such a move could increase global prices and impact allies reliant on U.S. supply.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 40- Politics · United States
Massie, Kennedy Criticize Trump's Taxpayer-Funded TV Ads
Rep. Thomas Massie and Sen. John Kennedy have publicly criticized President Donald Trump's use of taxpayer money for TV advertisements. The ads feature the president with patriotic imagery and audio clips, which the White House describes as educational.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41 - Politics · United States
Trump asked Xi about buying US weapons, ambassador claims
US Ambassador to China David Perdue claimed President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping if he wanted to buy American weapons. The White House has denied any plans to sell arms to China, stating that US law prohibits such sales.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 
Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Considered Baseball Stadium in Grand Teton National Park
The Trump administration considered building a baseball stadium in Grand Teton National Park after Major League Baseball inquired about hosting a game in a national park. Officials scouted locations, sparking debate about the use of protected federal lands.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
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
Politics · United KingdomUS asks AI firms to delay model sharing with UK
The White House has requested that AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic withhold their latest models from the UK's AI Security Institute. This is until the US government has conducted its own tests and reviews.
United Kingdom2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump White House state dinner menu for Xi Jinping revealed
The White House has announced the menu for the state dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meal features American ingredients with subtle Chinese influences and includes a toast referencing a historic 1972 event between the US and China.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 20
Politics · Middle EastUS drafted memo condemning UK over West Bank sanctions, but shelved it
US officials prepared a draft statement in early September that would have condemned the UK, France, and Canada for plans to block imports from Israeli settlements. The statement was not released, with sources indicating a lack of support from the White House and senior State Department leadership.
Middle East3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesWhite House drops NIH grant control plan after bipartisan opposition
The White House has abandoned plans for an executive order that would have given political appointees more control over National Institutes of Health research grants. Bipartisan opposition, led by Senator Susan Collins, appears to have halted the initiative.
United States2 min readTrust 76 · Craft 75 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesTrump plans White House drone port; Secret Service has nearby facility
President Donald Trump has announced plans for an AI-fueled drone port atop a new White House ballroom, intended for missile-bearing UAVs and armed troops. This comes as the U.S. Secret Service already operates a drone port nearby, using unarmed drones for surveillance.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · ChinaElon Musk calls Xi Jinping a 'great leader' in China interview
Elon Musk described Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "great leader" in an interview with state television CCTV. He also stated that China has prospered immensely under Xi's leadership and praised Tesla's Shanghai factory and its team. Musk is expected to attend a White House dinner honouring Xi.
China3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
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
Politics · United StatesTrump seeks control over US health research funding
Donald Trump is reportedly seeking to exert greater control over US health research funding. The White House is considering an external commission to validate grants, a move seen as part of a broader crackdown on 'woke' programs.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump returns to White House amid Middle East tensions
President Donald Trump cut short his weekend at Camp David to return to the White House on Saturday. The move coincided with a US security alert warning of potential rapid escalation in the Middle East due to the Saudi-Houthi conflict.
Middle East3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 77 · Hype 30
Politics · United StatesMelania Trump faces backlash over state dinner video
Melania Trump shared a video of preparations for an upcoming White House state dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping. The post drew criticism on social media, with some users calling the display out of touch with Americans struggling with rising costs.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 61
Politics · United StatesTrump to Host Xi Jinping for White House Talks on Trade, AI
US President Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a summit at the White House on September 24. The leaders are expected to discuss trade, rare earth supplies, and artificial intelligence. Xi's visit marks the first by a Chinese leader to the US presidential residence in over a decade.
United States4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump extends $100,000 H-1B visa fee to September 2027
President Donald Trump renewed an executive order that imposes a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas until 21 September 2027. A Boston appeals court is reviewing a June decision that declared the fee illegal, and the White House says the renewal targets employers that have laid off American workers.
United States3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 85 · Hype 12
Politics · United StatesWhite House removes Zara Larsson's song after TikTok ICE video sparks backlash
The White House posted a TikTok showing ICE arrests set to Zara Larsson's "Midnight Sun". Larsson replied on the platform, calling the video dehumanising and the administration "losers". The White House subsequently removed the song from the reel.
United States2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 95 · Hype 25
Politics · United StatesTrump to Host Hunters, Sign Orders on Outdoor Access
President Donald Trump is hosting over 100 hunters and outdoor industry leaders for a White House dinner where he is expected to sign executive orders aimed at expanding access to public lands and waterways. The orders will also reverse certain Biden-era restrictions, including those on lead ammunition.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 40
Politics · United StatesTrump to greet Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews
US President Donald Trump will personally greet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews on September 23. This rare airport reception precedes bilateral meetings and a state dinner.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesNvidia CEO Jensen Huang to attend Trump state dinner for Xi
Nvidia chief Jensen Huang is expected to join President Donald Trump at a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping on 24 September. An anonymous source confirmed his attendance, and a White House official said the event will feature leading U.S. business figures to pursue deals.
United States3 min readTrust 33 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
PoliticsGold Coast Mayor Tom Tate Swears at Journalist Over Trump Dinner Claim
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate swore at a journalist and left a press conference after being asked about a claimed dinner with Donald Trump. The White House has contradicted Tate's assertion that he dined with the former US president.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesTrump announces completion of White House granite heliport
President Trump announced the completion of a new granite heliport on the White House South Lawn, describing it as a "work of art" and "essentially indestructible." He stated the project was finished ahead of schedule and under budget.
United States2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
