| Total Responses: | 56 |
| Average Quality Score: | 81.7 |
| Average Bias Score: | 4.2 |
| gen: 2026/09/10:16:43 in 32.4 sec (old)bias: 4 (Center-Left) |
| type: newsquality: 78 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Lawrence Hurley | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | NBC News reports the U.S. Supreme Court issued a brief, unsigned emergency order blocking Missouri’s secretary of state from using a newly enacted Republican-drawn congressional map for the 2026 elections, likely forcing use of the prior 2022 map (6 GOP seats, 2 Democratic). The order granted relief sought by the group People Not Politicians. The piece describes parallel state and federal court rulings, looming ballot deadlines, and possible contempt proceedings in Missouri state court over compliance. | ||||
| deeper: | The reporting is largely straight news with concrete procedural facts (who filed, what courts did, deadlines, and seat counts) and includes quotes from both sides (activist and state official’s lawyers). Bias shows up mainly in framing and emphasis: the headline labels the map “Republican,” notes it aimed to eliminate a Democratic-held seat, and characterizes events with slightly loaded phrasing (“cool reception,” “nationwide…push led by Trump”) without equivalent descriptive context for the opposing side’s political goals. Quality is solid but limited by the excerpt’s lack of direct citation/link to the Supreme Court order, minimal legal reasoning, and little detail on the underlying constitutional/statutory arguments. | ||||
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| gen: 2026/08/19:16:22 in 39.6 sec (old)bias: 2 (Center) |
| type: newsquality: 84 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Denise Chow | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | NBC News reports that NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter photographed a new lunar crater formed when a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper-stage rocket impacted the moon on Aug. 4. The story explains how researchers identified the impact site using before/after imagery, estimates crater size and ejecta patterns, and notes the challenges of precisely tracking spent rocket stages in deep space. It also situates the event in broader concerns about orbital debris and responsible disposal practices. | ||||
| deeper: | The piece is largely straight, evidence-led reporting: it cites NASA imaging, gives dates, measurements, and methodological context (before/after photos, tracking uncertainty). It includes some interpretive framing around “sustainability” and debris management, but it also provides SpaceX’s statement and avoids sensational language. Quality is solid: clear structure, concrete details, and relevant historical context (prior misattribution of a lunar impact). Minor limits: it relies heavily on NASA/SpaceX sources and doesn’t deeply probe independent verification or accountability beyond brief discussion. | ||||
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| gen: 2026/07/09:23:01 in 59.2 sec (old)bias: 5 (Center) |
| type: newsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Josh Meyer | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The article outlines recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran following Iran's attacks on Gulf Arab states. The escalation marks a significant increase in regional tension. The U.S. claims these actions aim to stabilize the situation and protect American interests, particularly oil flow and allied nations. Meanwhile, Trump reassures that America will not seek war unless provoked. | ||||
| deeper: | The article provides a balanced view, detailing actions of both the U.S. and Iran without clearly aligning with a particular side. It includes various perspectives and statements from different stakeholders. Some bias might be inferred from the emphasis on U.S. actions being defensive, but overall, the piece is fairly neutral. The quality is high, with comprehensive coverage and well-sourced information. | ||||
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| gen: 2026/07/06:21:09 in 1 min 3.2 sec (old)bias: 7 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | April Glaser | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | A man is suing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after being tracked down by agents for sending a critical email about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies. The article details the man's claim that his First Amendment rights were violated, and describes the tactics allegedly used by DHS to locate him and deliver a warning. The incident has raised concerns about government overreach and surveillance. | ||||
| deeper: | The article portrays the government in a negative light, focusing on concerns about civil liberties and surveillance, which is often a perspective associated with the political left. It provides detailed accounts and references to legal implications, making it a well-researched piece. However, it primarily highlights the plaintiff's side of the story, lacking a comprehensive response from the government, thus indicating a moderate bias. | ||||
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| gen: 2026/07/06:17:01 in 2 min 30.0 sec (old)bias: 6 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Unknown | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The article discusses the impact of Trump administration's immigration policies on the spouses of U.S. citizens, detailing delays and challenges in obtaining legal status. Changes in policy, such as increased scrutiny and delays, have significantly affected families. The article highlights specific cases to illustrate the human impact of these policies. | ||||
| deeper: | The article appears to lean left by focusing on the negative consequences and personal stories of those affected by the Trump administration's immigration policies, suggesting a critical perspective on these policies. The quality is high due to in-depth reporting, use of personal testimonies, and detailed analysis of policy changes. | ||||
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| gen: 2026/06/11:14:34 in 1 min 13.9 sec (old)bias: 6 (Right) |
| type: newsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Reynald Ottenhoff and Tom Prindiville | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Vice President Mike Pence referred Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison to the DOJ for a fraud investigation based on a Republican-led report. The allegations involve abuse of federal funds for social services programs. Walz and Ellison have dismissed the claims as unfounded and politically motivated. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents viewpoints from both parties but emphasizes Republican accusations and the reactions from Pence and Trump, suggesting a slight right-leaning bias in highlighting these perspectives. The report is well-sourced and informative, leading to a high-quality score. | ||||
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| gen: 2025/05/11:04:17 in 1 min 9.6 sec (old)bias: 6 (Center-Left) |
| type: lolsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Abigail Williams and Gabe Gutierrez | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The article discusses the Trump administration's decision to charter a plane to bring white South African refugees to the U.S., despite a general suspension of the refugee admissions program. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents the information with a critical tone towards the Trump administration's decision, highlighting contradictions with the general refugee policy. It maintains journalistic standards with references to statements and the New York Times report, though it leans slightly left in its focus. Quality is high due to credible sources and clear presentation. | ||||
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| gen: 2025/05/02:14:45 in 1 min 7.2 sec (old)bias: 6 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Patrick Smith and Gary Grumbach | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | President Trump signed an executive order to end federal funding for NPR and PBS, citing biased reporting. The decision was controversial and could be legally challenged. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents Trump's decision critically, reflecting a left-leaning bias due to its framing and choice of language. It focuses on opposition to the decision, mentioning allegations of bias by NPR and PBS. The article is well-structured and informative, contributing to a high quality score. | ||||
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| gen: 2025/04/25:18:54 in 1 min 2.8 sec (old)bias: 5 (Center) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Ryan J. Reilly and Michael Kosnar | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The article reports on the FBI's arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan for allegedly obstructing the detention of an undocumented immigrant. The arrest is seen as part of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. | ||||
| deeper: | The article covers a legal incident involving immigration, sticking closely to reporting facts without dramatic language. However, mentioning the arrest as part of a broader political context could lean slightly left, emphasizing the aggressive nature of immigration policies. The quality is high due to clear writing and a balanced presentation of facts. | ||||
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| gen: 2025/04/24:06:17 in 1 min 8.3 sec (old)bias: 4 (Center) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 2 |

| author: | Sarah Min | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Apollo Global Management's chief economist, Torsten Slok, warns of a definite recession in 2025 if high tariffs imposed earlier continue, with a probable two-quarter economic contraction. | ||||
| deeper: | The article provides a balanced economic analysis by presenting the views of an expert economist on the potential impact of tariffs. While it reports negatively on current economic policy, it relies on specific expert opinions and data, maintaining journalistic standards. The article uses clear language and cites reputable sources like CNBC. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/11/15:19:58 in 59.7 sec (old)bias: 3 (Center-Left) |
| type: lolsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Julie Tsirkin and Rebecca Shabad | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | House Speaker Mike Johnson requests the Ethics Committee to withhold a report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, arguing it would break protocol since Gaetz is no longer a member of Congress. The Ethics panel was investigating Gaetz for alleged misconduct, but plans to release the report were canceled after Gaetz's resignation. | ||||
| deeper: | The article is reported by NBC News, a mainstream media outlet generally perceived as center-left. However, the report maintains objectivity by quoting both Republican and Democratic perspectives and details the procedural aspects of congressional rules, resulting in a lower bias score. The article is well-structured, informative, and includes background information, contributing to a high-quality score. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/11/11:00:42 in 29.4 sec (old)bias: 4 (Center) |
| type: lolsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Freddie Clayton | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began in 2022, causing airport disruptions and injuring one person. Russia responded by deploying 145 drones against Ukraine. | ||||
| deeper: | The article provides factual information about the drone attacks between Ukraine and Russia. It uses language that reports on actions taken by both sides, which maintains a relatively balanced perspective. However, it could delve deeper into the broader context or motivations behind these actions. The quality is high due to the clarity of reporting and inclusion of relevant details. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/11/07:23:06 in 27.3 sec (old)bias: 5 (Center) |
| type: lolsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Mike Hixenbaugh | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Evangelical leaders view Trump's presidential victory as a divine prophecy fulfilled, seeing it as part of God's plan. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents evangelical leaders' perspectives on Trump's victory without overt editorializing, implying a moderate bias. It appears to stick to reporting significant religious reactions rather than pushing a specific agenda, hence the center bias direction. The writing is well-sourced and focuses on relevant figures and statements, indicating good quality journalism. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/09/23:19:28 in 29.4 sec (old)bias: 4 (Center-Left) |
| type: newsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Raf Sanchez and Mithil Aggarwal | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Israel's recent airstrikes on Lebanon have resulted in 274 deaths and over 1,000 injuries. Israeli officials state the strikes targeted terrorist infrastructure linked to Hezbollah, following regular rocket attacks from the group. This escalation marks the deadliest day of conflict since the 2006 war between the two countries. | ||||
| deeper: | The article, while delivering factual information on casualties and the conflict, tends to focus more on the impact of the Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon and the quotes from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The use of terms like 'terrorist targets' is in line with the language often used by the Israeli government, which might influence readers' perception. The bias isn't extreme, but it leans slightly towards presenting the Israeli perspective. The quality is high due to comprehensive reporting and credible sources, such as quotations from officials and context about the historical conflict. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/09/16:14:36 in 38.2 sec (old)bias: 5 (Center) |
| type: lolsquality: 75 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | David Ingram | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The NBC News article discusses the ongoing debate over whether TikTok is being used to spread Chinese propaganda. TikTok denies the allegations, while U.S. officials remain concerned about potential risks and the influence of the Chinese government. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents viewpoints from both TikTok and U.S. officials, aiming for a balanced perspective. It discusses the concerns raised by U.S. authorities about the potential for Chinese propaganda and TikTok's denial of these allegations. The quality is solid with well-sourced information and a thorough explanation of the issue. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/09/13:17:26 in 40.5 sec (old)bias: 6 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Alicia Victoria Lozano and David K. Li | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Bomb threats in Springfield, Ohio, have caused school and municipal building closures for the second consecutive day. The threats are linked to baseless claims against Haitian immigrants, recently repeated by former President Donald Trump. | ||||
| deeper: | The article reports on a serious local event but ties it to broader national political issues by mentioning former President Trump and baseless claims against Haitian immigrants. This introduces an element of political bias, leaning to the left. The quality of the reporting is high, providing detailed information on the event, sources, and responses from local authorities. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/09/07:14:16 in 30.1 sec (old)bias: 7 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Kat Tenbarge and Brandy Zadrozny | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The article discusses how the Russia-funded media outlet RT has been targeted with sanctions and allegations of conducting a large-scale influence operation in the U.S. It covers RT's history, its expansion into other languages and markets, and how it gained a significant following through divisive news coverage and social media platforms. | ||||
| deeper: | The article from NBC News details the sanctions and allegations against RT, highlighting its influence operations in the U.S. It is well-researched with historical context and sources; however, it does focus heavily on RT's negative aspects and potential impact on U.S. politics, which indicates a left-leaning bias due to the scrutiny of a foreign state-funded media outlet often associated with right-wing narratives in the U.S. The quality is high due to thorough coverage and multiple sources. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/09/04:17:40 in 28.8 sec (old)bias: 6 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Ken Dilanian, Tom Winter, Jonathan Dienst, and Rebecca Shabad | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | The Biden administration is preparing to impose sanctions on Russia for its efforts to manipulate U.S. public opinion ahead of the upcoming election. These measures target Russian government-sponsored attempts to interfere, particularly through media like RT and Sputnik, and include actions from the Treasury Department and the Department of Justice. Intelligence sources confirm Russia's continuous efforts to influence U.S. elections since 2016. | ||||
| deeper: | The article from NBC News covers the Biden administration's planned sanctions against Russia for election interference. The bias score of 6 is given because it portrays the Biden administration's actions in a positive light and cites sources that support their stance on Russian interference. The article largely focuses on the official statements and past investigations that confirm Russian efforts to manipulate U.S. elections. The quality score of 85 reflects the detailed reporting, multiple sources, and context provided, making it a thorough and informative read. However, the article does not delve deeply into counter-arguments or Russian perspectives, which contributes to a left-leaning bias. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/08/27:05:41 in 39.4 sec (old)bias: 6 (Left) |
| type: newsquality: 80 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Lisa Rubin, Charlie Gile, Raquel Coronell Uribe | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | Democrats, including the Democratic National Committee and Georgia plaintiffs, are suing over new election rules in Georgia. They argue that the rules could prevent legitimate certification of election results. The lawsuit targets two specific rules recently passed, claiming they conflict with existing laws and procedures. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents a perspective that is critical of the new election rules and emphasizes the views of the Democratic plaintiffs. It includes quotes and positions from Democratic representatives and leans towards highlighting the potential issues the rules could cause. The quality of reporting is high, with clear information and context provided, but it lacks significant representation of counterarguments from the opposing side. | ||||
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| gen: 2024/08/26:03:38 in 1 min 35.5 secbias: 3 (Center) |
| type: emojiquality: 85 |
| pts: 0 |

| author: | Denise Chow | institution: | NBC News | ¿porque no los dos? | |
| tl;dr | NASA has decided not to use Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft to bring back stranded astronauts. Instead, they will rely on a SpaceX capsule for the return journey due to safety concerns. The decision follows a series of technical and safety issues with Boeing's spacecraft. | ||||
| deeper: | The article presents factual information about NASA's decision without exhibiting clear bias towards any political or corporate interest. It does critique Boeing's spacecraft due to safety concerns, but this is grounded in reported facts and statements from NASA officials, not unsupported opinions. The article is well-structured, provides necessary context, and includes statements from relevant stakeholders, enhancing its credibility and quality. | ||||
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