DIThe Distraction Index

#checks_and_balances

2 events across 2 weeks

1Damage
0Hype
1Noise
25.4Avg Dmg
20.1Avg Hype
WEEK 85Aug 9 – 15
NOISE2026-08-09
Analysis: Trump Administration Lawlessness and Institutional Failure
Norm Erosion Onlyfederal · broad
Damage
19.0
Hype
21.3
WEEK 84Aug 2 – 8
DMG2026-08-03
Law Firm Shifts from Trump Opposition to Cooperation
Personnel Capturefederal · moderate
Damage
31.9
Hype
19.0