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Mar 19, 2026 Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard omitted a key section of written testimony about Iran's nuclear capabilities Corroborated Information, Memory and Manipulation
The omission limited lawmakers' and the public's access to material intelligence relevant to the war's stated justification.
Independently corroborated by6 independent news desks
Supporting reportingSurfacings — do not carry alone
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- Director of National Intelligence omits key testimony on Iran — During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on March 18, 2026, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard omitted a section of her written testimony that stated Iran had no nuclear enrichment capabilities
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Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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Mar 18, 2026 President Trump denied prior knowledge of an Israeli strike on Iran despite conflicting reports Corroborated Information, Memory and Manipulation
The contradiction clouded public understanding of U.S. involvement and weakened accountability for wartime coordination.
Immediate effect: The contradiction clouded public understanding of U.S.
Independently corroborated by3 independent news desks
Supporting reportingSurfacings — do not carry alone
Supporting reports
- Trump Denies Knowledge of Israeli Strike on Iran — President Trump denied prior knowledge of an Israeli strike on Iran's South Pars Gas Field, despite reports of coordination with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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Mar 14, 2026 President Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened broadcasters with license consequences over Iran war coverage Corroborated Information, Memory and Manipulation
The threats used regulatory power to pressure news outlets and chilled press independence during a major national crisis.
Independently corroborated by6 independent news desks
NPR · CNBC · Military.com · Axios · New York Post · The Atlantic
Supporting reportingSurfacings — do not carry alone
Supporting reports
- Trump Administration Threatens Media Licenses Over War Coverage — Former President Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr threatened media companies with potential license revocations for what they described as "hoaxes and news distortions" in war coverage.
- FCC Chair Threatens Broadcasters with License Revocation — FCC Chair Brendan Carr issued a warning to broadcasters, threatening to revoke their licenses if they continue to air what he described as "hoaxes and news distortions." This statement followed President Trump's
- FCC Chair Threatens Broadcast Licenses Over Iran War Coverage — FCC Chair Brendan Carr, appointed by the Trump administration, warned broadcasters that they could lose their licenses if they disseminate what the FCC considers "fake news" regarding the Iran conflict.
Verified: Corroborated — 2+ independent news desks
Week 61 – 2026-03-14–2026-03-20
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