The New Republic
The rating
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- Right
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Far Left: Voices that strongly advocate for progressive policies and systemic change.
Progressive magazine; largely commentary. Mantle v1 rating based on story selection, framing and sourcing in recent news coverage, cross-checked against independent public ratings. Under review; see the methodology page.
The rating covers The New Republic’s news reporting, not its opinion pages. It is Mantle’s editorial judgement, last reviewed Sep 27, 2026. How outlets are rated. Disagree with this rating?
Rating history
Rated Far LeftSep 27, 2026
Opening rating on the five-point spectrum
Recent coverage
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Part of: Russia releases American Stephen Hubbard after years in custody
FCC Threatens News Networks as Every Poll Predicts Disaster for GOP
Part of: FCC chairman warns broadcasters against airing fake election polls
72-Year-Old Man Arrested in Trump’s Voter Fraud Crackdown Speaks Out
Part of: LA County says it cannot verify voter citizenship beyond voters’ own attestations
Armed Federal Agents Go Door to Door to Hunt for Noncitizen Voters
Part of: Federal agents visit homes in states asking residents about citizenship and voting
Opinion
Trump Tries to Bribe Voters With Promise to Fulfill Basic Human Needs
Part of: Trump says remaining Camp Lejeune claims will be settled if Republicans keep Congress
DOJ’s “Noncitizen Voters” List Filled With People Born in America
Part of: LA County says it cannot verify voter citizenship beyond voters’ own attestations
Trump Forced to Admit He Screwed Up With MAGA Senate Candidate
Part of: Trump rallies in North Carolina for Republican Senate nominee Michael Whatley
Opinion
Republican Candidate Publishes AI Prompt About Trump’s Unpopularity
Part of: Minnesota Republican candidate removes website text that read like an AI prompt
Opinion
Vivek Ramaswamy’s Disgusting Amy Acton Ad Blows Up in His Face
Part of: Ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother draws criticism in Ohio governor race
Opinion
Witkoff Calls Putin “Humanitarian” After Russia Frees Jailed American
Part of: Russia releases American Stephen Hubbard after years in custody
Israel Detains Democratic Congressional Candidate Brad Lander
Part of: Israeli forces detain US congressional candidate Brad Lander at West Bank olive harvest
Opinion
Trump Falls Asleep After Declaring He’s Going to Crack Down on Fraud
Part of: Trump and Vance announce $25 million fraud whistleblower program
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Part of: Trump calls Independent reporter a ‘sick person’ during Oval Office exchange
Vivek Ramaswamy Defends Disgusting Ad With Opponent’s Abusive Mom
Part of: Ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother draws criticism in Ohio governor race
Mystery Flyers Sow Mass Confusion Ahead of Texas Election
Part of: Mailers Offering Resources to Transgender Students Arrive at Texas Homes
Opinion
How to Report Trump for Fraud on His New “Anti-Fraud” Website
Part of: Trump and Vance announce $25 million fraud whistleblower program
Alarmed U.S. Officials Secretly Try to Block Trump Election Meddling
Part of: Current and former officials prepare states for possible Trump interference in midterms
Green Card Holder Dies in ICE Detention
Part of: Lawful permanent resident dies in ICE custody in Texas
CNN Threatens New Legal Action Against Trump Over Media Ban
Part of: CNN threatens further legal action over Air Force One press pool access
Opinion
Trump Warns America Will Burn if Republicans Lose This Election
Part of: Trump links unrest in France to US midterm elections at Kansas rally