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Clad has been grading ABC News segments since Jun 2026 — 182 reports so far, published several times a week. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Courts & Law, Trump. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how ABC News's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Mullen discusses USS Lincoln's 200-day no-port deployment amid Iran war

Aug 16, 2026

ABC News interviewed former Joint Chiefs Chairman Adm. Mike Mullen on the USS Abraham Lincoln's extended deployment supporting operations in the Iran war. Mullen addressed the difficulty of 200+ days without a port call due to unsafe regional bases, early morale and supply issues that he said were largely resolved, and the positive impact of announcing relief by USS George Washington. The segment referenced President Trump's statement downplaying concerns over deployment length and mental health. Mullen also discussed broader Navy readiness and historical deployment strains.

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Cassidy criticizes Trump EO calling for separate MMR shots and fewer childhood vaccines

Aug 16, 2026

ABC News interviewed Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), a physician, on President Trump's Aug. 10, 2026 executive order recommending the MMR vaccine be split into three separate shots once available, fewer core childhood vaccines overall, and administration at separate visits. Cassidy called the change inconvenient, costly, and unsupported by evidence, arguing it would require six shots and visits instead of two and diverts focus from real autism causes. The segment covered Trump's and RFK Jr.'s statements linking vaccine timing to autism, Cassidy's prior vote for RFK Jr. based on assurances about the ACIP schedule, and his advice that parents consult pediatricians. It referenced the administration's focus on ultra-processed foods alongside vaccine policy.

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Tropical Storm Lala nears Category 1 strength off Hawaii Big Island with hurricane warning active

Aug 15, 2026

ABC News opened with a triple weather threat segment covering Tropical Storm Lala approaching Hawaii's Big Island under an active hurricane warning, flash flooding across the Midwest from Iowa to West Virginia, and extreme heat in the South. Reporter Melissa Adon reported live from Hilo on wind gusts and rain impacts, while meteorologist Leslie Lopez detailed rainfall totals up to 24 inches and ongoing severe weather risks.

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Virginia State University reports five shot near residence halls, lockdown lifted

Aug 15, 2026

ABC News segment covers a breaking incident at Virginia State University where five people were shot outside residence halls early Saturday morning. Officials reported a campus lockdown that was later lifted, with victims transported to hospitals and an ongoing investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies. The segment features an on-site reporter providing details on timing, victim conditions, lack of suspect information, and calls for vigilance. Sourcing relies on university and police statements; no named experts or graphics are referenced beyond official updates.

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FDA launches onsite inspections at Taylor Farms de Mexico over cyclospora-linked lettuce

Aug 15, 2026

ABC News reported that the FDA is now conducting inspections and sampling at Taylor Farms de Mexico in coordination with Mexican officials, more than a month after the cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce began. The segment noted over 9,000 illnesses across 17 states, with most cases reported before the July 17 recall. The report draws from FDA statements on the ongoing multistate investigation. No guests or additional graphics are referenced in the transcript; sourcing centers on agency announcements and the company's recall action.

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Trump vows to declare Strait of Hormuz US territory after defeating Iran

Aug 15, 2026

The segment covers President Trump's remarks at a Long Island police academy event asserting US control over the Strait of Hormuz and plans to declare it US territory after defeating Iran. It includes Iran's counter-claim of control, UAE allegations of Iranian drone attacks on two tankers, rising US gas prices at $4.07 per gallon, extended USS Abraham Lincoln deployment amid crew concerns denied by the Pentagon, and a new carrier deployment. The report also notes Treasury pressure on Iran and the administration's Supreme Court filing on the White House ballroom project.

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Mangione expected to plead guilty in federal stalking case Friday

Aug 13, 2026

The ABC News segment reports that sources say Luigi Mangione is expected to have a guilty plea announced Friday in his federal case tied to the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. It notes the information is not finalized, that prosecutors and defense attorneys have no comment, and that Mangione has pleaded not guilty to both federal and state charges. Chief legal analyst Brian Buckmir discusses the implications, expressing skepticism that a finalized deal exists and questioning whether a federal resolution would successfully invoke double jeopardy to block the state murder trial. The state trial is scheduled for September, with the federal trial delayed to 2027. Sourcing is anonymous "sources familiar with the matter" with no on-camera officials or named experts beyond the in-house analyst.

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Colombia earthquake death toll rises to 132 as rescue efforts continue

Aug 11, 2026

The segment detailed the aftermath of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, with its epicenter near populated areas in Chocó province. It focused on destruction in cities including Pereira, Cali, and Manizales, showing video of collapsing buildings, residents fleeing, violent shaking of vehicles and cable cars, and parts of a historic cathedral falling. Rescue operations featured dramatic saves, such as a six-month-old baby and a woman extracted from a partially collapsed hospital; damage included impacts to homes, health centers, roads, and an airport. The report noted President Abelardo de la Espriella declared a national emergency, with the death toll at 132 and injuries at 572, both expected to rise. Sourcing drew from on-the-ground video footage, an eyewitness account from American Alyssa Aroyavi in Medellín, official statements from the Colombian government and geological service, and confirmation of US aid. No anonymous sources were used; the anchor emphasized the need for resources in rescue and recovery.

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Trump secretly exited Air Force One via catering truck amid Iran threat after NATO summit

Aug 11, 2026

ABC News reported on a Washington Post story revealing that during President Trump's departure from the July 2026 NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, he publicly boarded the older Air Force One before secretly exiting via a side door into an airport catering truck that drove him to a smaller military jet (C-32A). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly flew with him on the alternate aircraft; the decoy plane carried reporters who were told to close window shades and had tracking systems disabled. The operation followed a credible Iranian assassination threat against Trump, which he referenced publicly at the summit. The segment noted historical precedents like Clinton's unmarked flight into Pakistan and included the White House statement acknowledging ongoing threats and use of all available tools. Sourcing relied primarily on the Washington Post investigation (including visual tracking of the truck) and New York Times confirmation via a senior U.S. official; no on-camera administration guests appeared, but a Secret Service expert provided context on protective tactics.

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Mattel Unveils Whitney Houston Barbie on What Would Be Her 63rd Birthday

Aug 10, 2026

The ABC News segment reports Mattel’s release of a new Barbie doll honoring Whitney Houston. It describes the doll’s appearance modeled on her look in the "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" music video, including a lilac tank dress, colorful earrings, 80s curls, and a microphone stand. The release is timed to what would have been Houston’s 63rd birthday on August 9, 2026, and was developed in collaboration with her sister-in-law and estate executive Pat Houston. Mattel’s tagline that she is "ready to chase your blues away" is quoted. The short clip is largely a visual reveal with music from the song. Sourcing relies on Mattel’s official announcement and estate approval; no anonymous sources or external experts appear. The segment functions as a straightforward product-launch news item without deeper analysis.

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FDA links Salmonella outbreak to jalapeños from Sinaloa served at Chipotle and Qdoba

Aug 8, 2026

The ABC News segment reports on a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh jalapeños served at Chipotle and Qdoba restaurants. It states nearly 345 people have been sickened across 27 states, with 36 hospitalizations, after many reported eating the peppers at those chains. Both restaurants removed jalapeños from their menus and are cooperating; the supplier issued a voluntary recall. Officials believe there is no ongoing risk to consumers. The report explains Salmonella symptoms (diarrhea, fever, cramps appearing 6 hours to 6 days after exposure), notes higher-risk groups, and offers practical advice on when to seek medical care, checking for recalled items, cooking to proper temperatures, washing produce, and hand hygiene. It also references a recent parasite outbreak tied to lettuce at Taco Bell.

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ABC News spotlights 'Betrayal' Season 4 on ex-officer's affairs and police pension

Aug 8, 2026

The ABC News segment promotes Season 4 of Hulu's 'Betrayal: Dirty Secrets,' focusing on Karoline Borega's (also spelled Caroline Berga or Karoline Borega) account of discovering her husband Joel Kern, a longtime Colorado Springs Police Department officer, had engaged in multiple extramarital affairs. It details the 2022 internal affairs investigation triggered by Kern receiving oral sex in his patrol car, his admission of lying to investigators, the confrontation by one woman's husband, and affairs with a tenant, a fellow employee's wife, a classmate's mother, and a department worker. Borega and her children describe the emotional toll; Kern entered rehab, retired with his pension while the probe was pending, and faced no criminal charges.

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