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The Economic Times

12 graded reports on Clad. Volume is public; the outlet's average grade, lean & social sentiment unlock with a free account.

Clad has been grading The Economic Times segments since Jun 2026 — 12 reports so far, published most weeks. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Congress, Iran, Smithsonian. 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 Economic Times's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

Latest reports

B- Grade

Political Lean 55% Right-leaning

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Trump attacks Ilhan Omar at rescheduled White House correspondents dinner

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covered President Trump's insult-laden speech at the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner on July 24-25, 2026, focusing on his attacks on Rep. Ilhan Omar. It highlighted his mockery of her 'World War 11' gaffe, personal allegations, and calls for her to leave the country, followed by Omar's X reply and Elon Musk's sarcastic comments. The broadcast also touched on Trump's jabs at other Democrats like Gavin Newsom and Elizabeth Warren. It drew from the live speech, referenced Omar's past financial disclosures and reported investigations, and noted Musk's X posts without additional guests or on-screen experts.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

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Cortez-Masto, Welch cite 2025 tourism deficit and Vermont business impacts in hearing on tariffs, Section 232

Jul 24, 2026

The clip shows a Senate hearing exchange with Sen. Catherine Cortez-Masto questioning USTR Ambassador Greer on a Section 232 investigation into aircraft imports, a 2025 US tourism trade deficit of $14 billion, and Indonesia critical minerals export commitments. Sen. Welch then details Vermont tourism and business harms from tariffs and presidential rhetoric toward Canada.

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C+ Grade

Political Lean 78% Left-leaning

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Duckworth accuses Trump of breaking 2024 IVF pledge as GOP blocks military coverage

Jul 23, 2026

The segment features Sen. Tammy Duckworth criticizing Republicans for blocking IVF coverage for service members and accusing President Trump of failing to deliver on his 2024 campaign promise of government-paid or mandated insurance coverage for IVF. She highlights her personal experience and reintroduces the Right to IVF Act. It then cuts to Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer pushing a war-powers resolution to end U.S. military involvement in Iran, citing high gas prices, low public support, and Republican reluctance to oppose Trump.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 35% Right-leaning

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Burlison questions Smithsonian history museum director on mission shift and America First views

Jul 23, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) questioning Dr. Anthea Hartig, director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing on July 21, 2026. Topics include the museum's mission statement change, statements on an 'America First' mentality, expressions of patriotism, and broader views on presenting U.S. history. Other members, including Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) and Rep. Mike Gonzalez, also speak. Hartig affirms her love for the country and defends the museum's scholarly approach.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 55% Right-leaning

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Rep. Brian Jack questions Smithsonian's Anthea Hartig on museum exhibits and leadership

Jul 23, 2026

The clip covers a House Oversight subcommittee hearing on Smithsonian exhibits at the National Museum of American History. Rep. Brian Jack (R-Ga.) questions Director Anthea Hartig about regrets, specific displays, and the SD 603 review process while witness Mike Gonzalez criticizes staff training and content.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 62% Right-leaning

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Sen. Ernst highlights Nick Shirley video on Minnesota child care center at Senate hearing

Jul 16, 2026

The clip shows Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) speaking at a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing. She praises YouTuber Nick Shirley's viral video exposing Minnesota child care centers, including the Quality Learning Center, which received about $10 million in taxpayer funds despite footage showing no children present. Ernst notes whistleblower retaliation, responses from Gov. Tim Walz and California's Gov. Gavin Newsom, and broader federal fraud estimates. Shirley testifies briefly on political pushback and resource constraints.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 78% Left-leaning

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Rep. Lateefah Simon challenges witnesses on DEI in House Oversight hearing on institutional policies

Jul 15, 2026

The segment covers a House Oversight Task Force hearing on combatting DEI in American institutions. Rep. Lateefah Simon (D-CA) repeatedly questions witnesses including Heritage's Mike Gonzalez on whether DEI caused rises in grocery, housing, and gasoline prices, asserting instead that the current administration bears responsibility and that the focus distracts from real struggles. Witnesses attribute issues elsewhere; Simon cites BLS data on >4% price rises, a $310 grocery increase in 2025, and 50% gasoline hikes since a war, then pivots to broader attacks on Republican priorities as anti-equity. The clip includes her calls for gender equality legislation and criticism of DEIA bans.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

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Ruiz Questions NTIA on California BEAD Delays; Griffith Highlights Satellite Reforms

Jul 13, 2026

The segment is a clip from a House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology hearing featuring Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) pressing NTIA Assistant Secretary Arielle Roth on delays for California's BEAD final proposal approval. Ruiz highlights rural and tribal connectivity needs and seeks commitments on statutory compliance over policy disputes. Roth responds that changes are needed for compliance and the ball is in California's court. Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) follows, crediting updates that allow LEO satellite, discussing redundancy for disaster resilience, pole attachments, and limits on rate regulation. The exchange draws from direct testimony and references prior Biden-era delays.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

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Scanlon cites Iran war costs as alternative to veterans bill offsets in Rules hearing

Jun 29, 2026

The segment covers a House Rules Committee hearing on the Take Care of America's Veterans Act (H.R. 9237), which includes elements of the Major Richard Star Act but funds them partly through offsets to other VA benefits. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and Democrats highlight opposition from VFW, DAV, IAVA and other groups, criticize fee increases on veteran home loans, and note VA staffing concerns. Scanlon contrasts the bill's offsets with estimated daily costs of U.S. operations in Iran and unused DoD funds. The clip also includes remarks on a separate bill restricting merchant category codes for gun and ammunition purchases.

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C+ Grade

Political Lean 68% Left-leaning

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Rep. Trahan questions witnesses on HR 1 Medicaid admin costs for Minnesota and New York

Jun 29, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Lori Trahan (D-MA) questioning witnesses during a House hearing on Medicaid. She highlights increased administrative burdens and costs from HR 1, a Republican bill, citing examples from New York and Minnesota, and criticizes CMS payment deferrals. Witnesses from Minnesota and other states respond on implementation costs and fraud processes. The segment ends with Rep. Harshbarger (R-TN) questioning witnesses on fraud investigation procedures.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 65% Right-leaning

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Rep. Young Kim leads June 2026 hearing on China's role in fentanyl precursor supply chain

Jun 23, 2026

The segment covers a June 4, 2026 East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee hearing chaired by Rep. Young Kim titled 'Beijing's Poison Pipeline, the CCP's Role in the Fentanyl Crisis.' Kim and witnesses describe China as the source of fentanyl precursors manufactured by legitimate firms, shipped to Mexican cartels, with PRC subsidies, state ownership in some cases, money laundering facilitation, and pivots around chemical restrictions.

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A- Grade

Political Lean Centered

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UFC fighter's Michelle Obama remark at White House event draws backlash

Jun 15, 2026

The segment covers UFC Freedom 250, held June 14, 2026, on the White House South Lawn as the first professional sporting event there. Heavyweight Josh Hokit defeated Derrick Lewis by KO/TKO in round 2, then during a Joe Rogan post-fight interview declared 'Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?' The clip notes mixed crowd reactions, social media spread, and Trump's praise of the event on Truth Social. Attendees included Trump, Dana White, JD Vance, Mark Zuckerberg, Tyson Fury, and Shane Gillis.

▶ Source: The Economic Times