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The Hill

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Clad has been grading The Hill segments since Jun 2026 — 76 reports so far, published most weeks. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Iran, Elections, Congress. 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 The Hill's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Hochul Appoints Letitia James Special Prosecutor in Cornell Fraternity Rape Case

Oct 10, 2026

The segment opens with host Robby Soave's extended "radar" on the Cornell 7 case, arguing the seven Chi Phi members deserve due process amid public harassment and that AG Letitia James cannot fairly investigate after calling the accuser a "survivor." It details conflicting accounts: Jane Doe's initial texts/text messages saying she had a "good time" and nothing illegal occurred, versus her later lawsuit alleging incapacitation via alcohol and ketamine, and her police statement asserting she was raped with "100% confidence" (omitted from the summary to the DA). Co-host Nile Stannage pushes back on some points, noting possible investigative failures by campus police. The discussion then shifts to Sam Altman's Politico comments on accepting "some bad things" for AI progress, defending his pro-innovation stance against stricter regulation, and ends with a debate on Social Security funding, generational equity, and elderly poverty. Sourcing relies on the New York Times reporting of texts/transcripts, public statements from James/Hochul/AOC, and Census data. Guests are the two co-hosts; no external experts. Throughline emphasizes skepticism of #MeToo-style rushes to judgment and government overreach in both campus justice and tech policy.

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Rising hosts debate over naming Cornell 7 amid reopened gang-rape probe

Oct 8, 2026

The segment reviews Glenn Greenwald's appearance on Piers Morgan arguing it is unfair to publicly name and shame the "Cornell 7"—seven Chi Phi members named in a September 2026 civil lawsuit by Jane Doe alleging she was drugged and gang-raped over seven hours in October 2024—while the accuser remains anonymous. Hosts debate Michael Tracey's now-deleted post revealing her identity, a seven-hour student sit-in demanding transparency, discrepancies between Jane Doe's initial police interview and the lawsuit, Cornell's Title IX sanctions (two expulsions, suspensions, fraternity closure), and why the Tompkins County DA initially declined charges but reopened the case after the suit. The second half focuses on institutional failures, with one host defending Cornell's privacy obligations under FERPA and Title IX while the other insists the reopened probe and omitted "rape" statement show a lack of accountability.

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Netanyahu denounces UN walkouts as 'moral cowards,' defends Iran strikes and October 7 response

Sep 24, 2026

The Hill's coverage of Netanyahu's September 24, 2026 UN General Assembly address focused on his opening rebuke of dozens of delegates who walked out, calling them 'moral cowards.' He defended Israel's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities as essential for survival, described the October 7 Hamas attack in graphic detail, portrayed Israel as fighting a seven-front war, minimized settler violence in the West Bank, praised President Trump, and sharply criticized Qatar, Turkey's Erdogan, and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani for alleged antisemitism and support for Hamas. The segment presented Netanyahu's full remarks with minimal interruption, relying on the live speech itself, on-screen text of key quotes, and brief contextual graphics on casualty comparisons. No independent experts or opposing voices were featured; the broadcast treated the prime minister's statements as authoritative, highlighting his claims of private gratitude from other leaders and Israel's moral superiority while framing criticism as hypocrisy or lies.

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Abbas warns of 'genocide' in Gaza, demands end to Israeli occupation at UNGA

Sep 24, 2026

The pre-recorded speech by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to the 81st UN General Assembly focused on the second consecutive US denial of visas to the Palestinian delegation, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza described as destruction, starvation, and attempted genocide, accelerating settlement expansion and alleged racial discrimination in the West Bank, and risks to the two-state solution. Abbas warned against another 'Nakba,' urged implementation of Security Council Resolution 2803 and a transitional administration leading to Palestinian reunification under 'one state, one government, one law, one weapon,' highlighted attacks on holy sites, UNRWA funding limits, withheld Palestinian funds exceeding $6 billion, and PA reforms including planned legislative elections in November 2026. He reaffirmed commitment to international law, rejection of violence and antisemitism, called for recognition of Palestine by more states and full UN membership, and ended by affirming Palestinians will not accept displacement.

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Networks suspend White House pool coverage after Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico

Sep 22, 2026

The broadcast reported on President Trump's Friday announcement banning reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds, citing their 'fake news' coverage as a national security risk. It detailed the resulting solidarity from the five major TV networks (ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News, CNN), which suspended White House pool camera coverage, leading to no audible audio at Monday's South Lawn helipad ribbon-cutting ceremony as Marine One noise drowned out remarks. The segment reviewed past Trump-media clashes, including the ongoing AP dispute over 'Gulf of Mexico' vs. 'Gulf of America' naming and the 2018 Jim Acosta case, and noted reactions from Joe Kernan, Sean Spicer, and JD Vance. It closed with the outlets' lawsuit, a Wednesday federal court hearing before a Trump-appointed judge, and predictions of likely success for the media organizations. Sourcing relied on the networks' joint statement, named commentators, Trump's Truth Social posts, and legal observers. Guests and analysts highlighted bipartisan media pushback and potential self-inflicted damage to Trump's messaging on issues like prescription drug pricing announced the same week.

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Jeffries slams Trump Iran war, tariffs and data center rules as House returns

Aug 31, 2026

The Hill aired House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' Aug. 31 press conference upon the House's return for key votes including a spending bill. Jeffries criticized the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran, rising costs from tariffs, data center regulations, and called for accountability on corruption while previewing Democratic priorities on affordability and reversing Medicaid cuts. He answered questions on the Kushner meeting, a Venezuela oil deal, Russia sanctions, a House Intel report, and the Lake Ontario renaming. The segment used direct clips and live Q&A with no additional guests or graphics referenced beyond the event itself.

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NYT reports Steyer and Porter campaigns paid influencers without disclosure

Aug 31, 2026

The segment discusses a New York Times investigation into political campaigns paying social media influencers for endorsements, often without clear disclosure to audiences. It highlights payments by Tom Steyer and Katie Porter to TikTok and other creators, notes the absence of federal disclosure requirements, and debates free speech versus transparency needs. The panel covers routing payments through organizations, platform policies, and comparisons to past campaigns including Kamala Harris. Sourcing relies on the NYT article's campaign finance record review plus panel commentary; guests analyze implications for authenticity and voter trust ahead of midterms.

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Kirkwood Wins Inaugural IndyCar Freedom 250 on DC Streets

Aug 23, 2026

The segment recaps the inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix, the first IndyCar race on streets through Washington DC's National Mall past iconic buildings. Kyle Kirkwood won after dominating most of the race; an interview with spectator Craig from Indianapolis discusses the close final lap, crashes near the end, the venue's iconic status, and how it compares to the Indy 500. It notes the hot conditions for drivers over 147 laps and 250 miles, linking the event to the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations that included a UFC fight on the White House South Lawn and July 4th events. Sourcing relies on on-site reporting and a fan interview with no named experts or detailed graphics beyond basic race facts; the throughline emphasizes the historic and patriotic nature of the DC race capping off summer events.

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Mike Collins endorses compensation principle for Americans harmed by federal government

Aug 18, 2026

The segment features Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) at a Savannah campaign event responding to a question from Dominic Box, a pardoned Jan. 6 defendant and local business owner. Box describes losing his home, car, and savings and asks about support for a victims of political weaponization compensation fund applicable to J6 participants and others across the political spectrum. Collins affirms that the government has liability when it harms citizens. The clip has fueled debate in Collins' Senate race against Sen. Jon Ossoff. The broadcast draws from the event video and subsequent statements, including Ossoff's rebuke and a Collins campaign clarification rejecting a blank-check fund for J6 defendants specifically.

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Byron Donalds leads Florida GOP governor primary ahead of August 18 vote

Aug 17, 2026

The segment previews Florida's August 18, 2026 primary for governor, Senate, and House seats. It covers the Republican governor race with Byron Donalds as frontrunner, Democratic nominee David Jolly, competitive congressional primaries including Cory Mills in the 7th, Jared Moskowitz in the 25th, and Debbie Wasserman Schultz in the 20th, plus the open 19th district.

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Netanyahu rejects Trump Gaza plan as Farage faces Binface in UK by-election

Aug 15, 2026

The segment opens with analysis of Netanyahu rejecting Trump's recent 15-point Gaza deal involving staged Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal. Stanage criticizes Netanyahu's opposition to a two-state solution and cites post-ceasefire casualties in Gaza and Lebanon. It then covers Republican statements on Muslim candidates like Abdul El-Sayed, followed by the Farage vs Count Binface Clacton by-election tied to a £5M donation controversy. Discussion shifts to the one-year mark of Trump's DC National Guard deployment, its costs and crime impact, and closes with AOC's rising 2028 prospects and egg-freezing announcement.

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Laura Loomer interviews Zelensky in Kyiv after reversing Ukraine stance

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers right-wing activist Laura Loomer’s recent visit to Kyiv, where she interviewed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and publicly reversed her long-standing opposition to US aid for Ukraine. Hosts play clips of Loomer admitting she fell for Russian propaganda and now supports supplying weapons, citing a direct quote from her social media post. They discuss how Trump’s failed peace push, Russia’s continued aggression, and Ukraine’s defensive efforts influenced similar shifts among some conservatives. The second half addresses casualty rates, the role of European allies, and the absence of ground troops. Sourcing relies on Loomer’s public statements, her interview footage, and hosts’ analysis; no independent experts or data graphics appear.

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