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The Washington Post

33 audits on the record

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33audits citing this outlet
2carried a hard contradiction
23carried a framing split
29spans quoted

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“The Trump administration plans to spend at least $900 million for construction projects on the White House grounds, a significantly larger price tag than has been previously reported and one that would be covered primarily by taxpayers, according to records reviewed by The Washington Post.”
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“The Post previously reported that the projected cost of the East Wing construction alone was $600 million, with half coming from taxpayers. The confidential contracting documents include the costs of upgrades to nearby Lafayette Square, construction of a helipad, a new visitor screening center and other previously repo…”
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“...one that would be covered primarily by taxpayers, according to records reviewed by The Washington Post.”
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“In recent years, Congress has appropriated $2.5 million annually to its maintenance account, known as 'White House Repair and Restoration.'”
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“Since Trump took office, the administration has directed $875 million to that account, public budget records show.”
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“The Justice Department has convened a special grand jury in Washington, a rare legal body that officials say could pave the way for federal prosecutors in the nation's capital to investigate some of its biggest and most controversial cases.”
August 12, 2026 · see it in context →
“It is unclear what the new special grand jury will be tasked with probing, but those interviewed said it is a notable move, especially given President Donald Trump's interest in prosecuting his adversaries.”
August 12, 2026 · see it in context →
“The Justice Department has convened a special grand jury in Washington...”
August 12, 2026 · see it in context →
“The texts appear to show an exchange between Fauci and top health officials in January 2021 related to the safety of the covid-19 vaccine for pregnant women.”
August 11, 2026 · see it in context →
“Health officials have said such past exchanges reflect the revolving nature of the science and debate at the time.”
August 11, 2026 · see it in context →
“appears almost certain to remain on the ballot in November after a key deadline in the process to replace him passed Saturday”
August 9, 2026 · see it in context →
“Privately, Republican campaign officials express little concern about losing Miller's seat because of the conservative tilt of this area stretching south from the Cleveland suburbs”
August 9, 2026 · see it in context →

Audits citing The Washington Post

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