Outlet comparison
Newsweek vs. The Hill
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Newsweek is rated Right-Center with mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check. The Hill is rated Least Biased with mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check.
In 21 stories both covered and CadNews analyzed over the last 30 days, Newsweek and The Hill framed the story from the same side 2 times and from different sides 19 times.
Side by side
| Measure | Newsweek | The Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Media Bias/Fact Check | Right-Center · Mostly Factual | Least Biased · Mostly Factual |
| Ownership | Dev Pragad and Johnathan Davis (50% each) | Nexstar Media Group |
| Founded | 1933 | 1994 |
| Headquarters | New York City, NY | Washington, DC |
| Type | News magazine | Political news outlet |
| Stories covered (30 days) | 1457 | 1672 |
| Neutral framing | 41% of 64 | 47% of 112 |
| Loaded phrases per story | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Top topic | Top Stories | Politics |
Ratings come from AllSides and Media Bias/Fact Check. Coverage figures are CadNews measurements of each outlet's feed; framing shows only once at least 10 of an outlet's articles were analyzed.
Same story, two headlines
Recent stories both outlets covered, with each one's headline and, where CadNews analyzed the story, how it framed it.
- D.C. and Virginia sue to block Trump’s proposed triumphal archCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“DC, Virginia sue to block Trump’s 250-foot arch after judge questions plan”
Provides detailed naming of defendants and quotes aggressive language from the plaintiffs.
The HillNeutral“DC, Virginia sue to block Trump's triumphal arch”Provides a straightforward account of the lawsuit and the parties involved.
- Judge shuts down Trump DOJ’s prosecution threats against election workers counting ballotsCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Trump DOJ blocked nationwide from threatening election officials”
Uses descriptive language for the administration's 'aggressive tactics' while highlighting the 'free exercise' of voting.
The HillCenter framing“Judge blocks DOJ from threatening election officials over noncitizen voting claims”Factual reporting focused on the legal directives and the specific judge's order.
- Judge opens East Potomac Park probe into potential DOJ misconductCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Trump golf course judge orders DOJ conduct probe in fiery court hearing”
Highlights the contentious nature of the hearing and the judge's appointment background.
The HillNeutral“Judge opens East Potomac Park probe into potential DOJ misconduct”Provides a straightforward summary of the hearing and the investigation's opening.
- Trump cancels midterm rallies in Kansas and Iowa. Here's why.Compare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Iowa farmers slam Trump "chaotic" rally plans amid Turek-Hinson Senate race”
Focuses on local criticism from farmers regarding the 'chaotic' schedule while noting the Turek-Hinson race.
The HillCenter framing“Trump's in-person rallies in Kansas, Iowa back on”Provides a straightforward report on the rallies being back on after the previous day's shift.
- Pope Leo May Be Among the Nearly 20 Million Americans Voting EarlyCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Pope Leo XIV casts historic vote in US election”
Focuses on the logistics of the Will County Clerk's office and the Pope's dual citizenship.
The HillNeutral“Leo XIV becomes first pope ever to vote in US general election”Provides a very brief, strictly factual announcement of the event.
- Who Is Eric Hafner? Democrat on Alaska Ballot Accused of Being GOP PloyCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Who is Eric Hafner? Democrat on Alaska ballot accused of being GOP ploy”
Focuses on the Eric Hafner comparison to suggest partisan tactical maneuvering on both sides.
The HillCenter framing“House Oversight Democrat says Alaska should investigate Peltola allegations”Maintains a neutral tone by reporting on the specific calls for investigation by a House Democrat.
- Vivek Ramaswamy’s ad using Amy Acton’s estranged mother has ended its run on TVCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter framing“Vivek Ramaswamy discontinues attack ad that triggered backlash”
Balances Ramaswamy's 'ran to completion' quote with a sharp rebuke from the Acton campaign.
The HillNeutral“Controversial Ramaswamy ad with Acton's mother off the air”Provides a brief, factual summary of the ad's removal and its cost.
- Hochul says Trump rallies are 'poisoning' Nicki Minaj's mindCompare every outlet's coverage →NewsweekCenter-right framing“Nicki Minaj takes aim at Kathy Hochul amid press secretary buzz”
Provides broader political context regarding the White House press secretary joke while reporting the mutual criticisms.
The HillNeutral“Hochul says Trump rallies are 'poisoning' Nicki Minaj's mind”Brief, strictly factual report focused on the direct quotes from Hochul.
Covered by Newsweek, not The Hill
Big stories (5+ outlets) in the last 30 days.
Covered by The Hill, not Newsweek
Big stories (5+ outlets) in the last 30 days.
Is Newsweek or The Hill more biased?
Newsweek is rated Right-Center with mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check. The Hill is rated Least Biased with mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check. CadNews doesn't rank outlets; these are independent raters' labels, and the stories below show how each outlet framed the same events.
Is Newsweek or The Hill more reliable?
Newsweek: mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check. The Hill: mostly factual reporting by Media Bias/Fact Check. Factual ratings describe an outlet's track record, not any single article.
How often do Newsweek and The Hill cover the same stories?
Over the last 30 days, CadNews found 60 stories that both Newsweek and The Hill covered. In 21 stories both covered and CadNews analyzed over the last 30 days, Newsweek and The Hill framed the story from the same side 2 times and from different sides 19 times.
What does CadNews's own analysis show?
In CadNews's analysis of 64 stories over the last 30 days, Newsweek's framing leaned right of center in 36, and was neutral in 26. In CadNews's analysis of 112 stories over the last 30 days, The Hill's framing was neutral in 53.
Who owns Newsweek and The Hill?
Newsweek is owned by Dev Pragad and Johnathan Davis (50% each). The Hill is owned by Nexstar Media Group.
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