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Graded F

A F on Clad means pervasive misinformation or propaganda-level distortion of the story being covered. The full rubric lives on the methodology page.

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NYPD identifies Pamela Cisneros in Times Square stabbing that kills one victim and suspect

Aug 31, 2026

The AP report describes an afternoon stabbing on 7th Avenue in Times Square in which a woman with multiple knives attacked two people. NYPD officers responded with a taser and firearms; both victims and the suspect were transported to Bellevue Hospital. One victim and the suspect were pronounced dead; the second victim was listed in stable condition. The perpetrator was named as 49-year-old Pamela Cisneros of Queens with documented NYPD mental-health contacts in 2018 and 2019 but no prior arrests. Officials stated the attack was not terrorism-related.

▶ Source: Associated Press

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GBNews reports police boat crash with armed officers near Westminster Bridge

Jul 24, 2026

The segment reports a breaking incident of a police boat carrying armed officers crashing near Westminster Bridge in central London. It describes casualties being treated by paramedics on a black rigid inflatable boat, with ambulances, fire crews, police vehicles, and a helicopter on scene.

▶ Source: GBNews

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Jordan questions Patel on note in September 2025 FBI hearing

Jul 22, 2026

The video opens with footage and audio from a House Judiciary Committee FBI oversight hearing shortly after Charlie Kirk's September 2025 assassination. Jordan delivers an opening statement highlighting whistleblowers, historical intelligence assessments, Patel's arrest statistics (21,000 violent criminals, 4,000 kids rescued), and reforms. The bulk is dramatic narration claiming Jordan confronted Patel live over a photographed 'Hold' note from eight months earlier, leading to a 47-second exchange that ended their alliance. No actual committee transcript or footage of this exchange is shown.

▶ Source: Final Brief

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Fox News reports FBI claim of incendiary device at 26 Federal Plaza

Jul 20, 2026

The segment reports breaking news from lower Manhattan at 26 Federal Plaza, stating the FBI confirmed deployment of an incendiary device visible via smoke. It notes a person was apprehended, identifies the building as housing the FBI New York field office and New York Immigration Court, and says the New York Joint Terrorism Task Force will investigate.

▶ Source: Fox News

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Hyde-Smith defends NDAA as Senate Democrats block bill over Iran war and Israel ties

Jul 19, 2026

The video shows commentator Mr. Cox reacting to a Facebook post by Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) criticizing Senate Democrats for blocking the NDAA. Hyde-Smith highlights the bill's bipartisan history, military funding, and benefits like pay raises and troop support programs. Mr. Cox dismisses those points and accuses the legislation of serving as an Israeli 'Trojan horse' to merge militaries and extract U.S. funds, labeling supporters traitors deserving investigation or removal from office. The segment draws from Hyde-Smith's July 14, 2026 post and contemporaneous Senate floor debate.

▶ Source: Occupied with Mr. Cox

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Rick Scott op-ed urges longer Senate workweek, citing five-day norm

Jul 19, 2026

The segment features a monologue criticizing Sen. Rick Scott over a recent quote on work habits. The host plays an audio clip and accuses Scott of wanting to abolish weekends for American workers. It attacks his background as a businessman, time in politics, and past corporate role. The video urges viewers to amplify the story before it fades. No guests or additional reporting appear.

▶ Source: Farron Balanced

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TalkTV Speculates on Royal Family Meeting and Meghan Markle Projects

Jul 14, 2026

Two hosts on TalkTV discuss an alleged private visit by Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and their children to King Charles at Highgrove House, presented as occurring under the cover of a tour group. They speculate on its duration, William's reaction, Meghan's demands and fury, and the implications for the Sussexes' public image. The segment also covers Harry's supposed recent court defeat involving millions in legal costs potentially covered by Elton John, emotional pressure for titles, and plans for a documentary on Princess Diana. All commentary relies on anonymous speculation without named sources, documents or on-record statements.

▶ Source: TalkTV

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