The New York Times & The Wall Street Journal
46 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026
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Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times published a story about Graham Platner's texts, naming Genevieve McDonald as a source and further amplifying the controversy.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal was the first media outlet to report on Graham Platner's sexually explicit text messages, contributing to the ongoing scandal.
May 30, 2026 · 41 articles
International
The New York Times: The New York Times is accused by Donald Trump of publishing false narratives and 'fake news' regarding the Iran conflict, affecting its journalistic reputation.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal is criticized by Donald Trump for its editorial board's suggestion of a 'premature victory' declaration in the Iran conflict, impacting its credibility.
May 26, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The Times is the target of the subpoenas and is challenging them in court, asserting First Amendment protections.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal previously received a subpoena from the DOJ, which was later withdrawn.
Apr 20, 2026 · 227 articles
Business
The New York Times: The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft over unauthorized use of content, representing the litigation approach to AI content use, contrasting with Apple's licensing strategy.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal broke the story and is a potential publisher partner, though its parent News Corp already has commercial arrangements with Apple.
Aug 12, 2026 · 8 articles
Regulatory
The New York Times: Lead plaintiff; has spent over $28 million on AI litigation; seeks sanctions to compel evidence disclosure.
The Wall Street Journal: Owned by News Corp; not directly involved in this motion.
Apr 20, 2026 · 44 articles
Regulatory
The New York Times: The NYT reported CMS's statement that the law is being gamed, adding to public scrutiny.
The Wall Street Journal: The WSJ's analysis revealed that providers received six times the in-network rate in 2025, bringing attention to the issue.
Jul 30, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times>>> is mentioned as another media organization that Donald Trump>>> has filed lawsuits against, highlighting a broader pattern of legal challenges against the media.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> is the defendant in a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump>>>. The lawsuit challenges the accuracy of its reporting on Donald Trump>>>'s ties to Jeffrey Epstein>>> and could result in significant financial and reputational costs for the newspaper.
May 28, 2026 · 9 articles
Regulatory
The New York Times: The New York Times>>> is also suing Perplexity AI>>> for copyright infringement, indicating a broader industry concern about AI's use of journalistic content.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> is published by Dow Jones Industrial Average>>>, which has complaints against Perplexity AI>>>.
May 28, 2026 · 24 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: Reporters subpoenaed by DOJ; newspaper criticized the administration's actions.
The Wall Street Journal: Previously targeted by DOJ for journalist testimony.
Jul 13, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: Reported on Platner's past relationships and behavior.
The Wall Street Journal: Reported on Platner's explicit texts.
Apr 20, 2026 · 187 articles
International
The New York Times: The The New York Times>>> reported on the new, tougher peace proposal sent by Donald Trump>>> to Iran>>>.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
The New York Times: The The New York Times>>> reported on the new, tougher peace proposal sent by Donald Trump>>> to Iran>>>.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times is another media outlet being sued by Donald Trump in a multibillion-dollar defamation case, indicating a broader pattern of legal action against media.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal is also facing a multibillion-dollar defamation lawsuit from Donald Trump, similar to the case against CNN.
Jun 08, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times disclosed the reason for Trump's switch to older Air Force One, causing anger over a security leak.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on Trump's frustration and advisers' concerns about the war's political impact.
Jul 24, 2026 · 95 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: Mentioned as another media outlet clashing with the administration, but not directly involved.
The Wall Street Journal: Mentioned as another media outlet clashing with the administration, but not directly involved.
Aug 19, 2026 · 73 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times successfully challenged the United States — United States Department of Defense's credential policy in court, leading to a ruling that vindicates its stance on press freedom.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal is mentioned as an outlet that Donald Trump has sued, providing context to the administration's broader stance on the press.
Apr 09, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The Times was involved in a legal dispute over subpoenas for reporters' sources, which was resolved when the DOJ withdrew the subpoenas.
The Wall Street Journal: Trump shook hands with a Wall Street Journal team that reported on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Jul 22, 2026 · 65 articles
International
The New York Times: The New York Times reported on the Secret Service plane switch. It is a news outlet covering the event.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal first reported the intelligence, citing sources. It is a news outlet covering the event.
Jul 09, 2026 · 22 articles
Accidents
The New York Times: The New York Times provided detailed reporting on the outbreak.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on Taylor Farms' meeting with the United States — White House, raising questions about political influence.
Jul 08, 2026 · 358 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times has been subject to defamation lawsuits by Donald Trump as part of his broader efforts to control the media industry.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal has been subject to defamation lawsuits by Donald Trump as part of his broader efforts to control the media industry.
Sep 17, 2025 · 10 articles
Tech
The New York Times: The The New York Times interviewed Zuckerberg, providing a platform for his views.
The Wall Street Journal: The The Wall Street Journal quoted Alexandr Wang on Muse Code's cost advantages.
Jul 25, 2026 · 114 articles
Domestic
The New York Times: The New York Times reported on internal White House disagreements over Epstein files handling.
The Wall Street Journal: Newspaper; reported on Vance's remarks and Israeli lobbying.
Jul 09, 2026 · 86 articles
Business
The New York Times: Trump has pending litigation against the Times.
The Wall Street Journal: Trump refiled a defamation suit against the Journal after an earlier dismissal.
Jul 08, 2026 · 7 articles
Business
The New York Times: Reported on Buffett's concerns about the Gates Foundation's bloat and risk appetite.
The Wall Street Journal: Reported on Buffett's delay in donating to the Gates Foundation and the review of Epstein ties.
Apr 20, 2026 · 105 articles
Business
The New York Times: The New York Times>>> is cited as a source for the deal's financial terms, reporting the acquisition price to be over $300 million.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> reported the $300 million acquisition price, citing an anonymous source familiar with the matter.
May 20, 2026 · 12 articles
International
The New York Times: NYT reported on munitions stockpile concerns.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ interviewed Trump on munitions.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
The New York Times: The New York Times reported on the disagreement over Iran's nuclear program during the peace talks.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
Domestic
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal was previously sued by Donald Trump for $10 billion in a separate defamation lawsuit.
Sep 16, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal was listed as one of the news organizations that had been involved in court fights with Donald Trump and rejected United States — The Pentagon's new rules.
Oct 15, 2025 · 7 articles
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