DIThe Distraction Index

#partisan_conflict

3 events across 2 weeks

0Damage
2Hype
1Noise
0.0Avg Dmg
34.9Avg Hype
WEEK 59Feb 8 – 14
HYPE2026-02-07
Virginia Lawmaker Shuts Down Ted Cruz with Profanity
Norm Erosion Onlyfederal · narrow
Damage
0.1
Hype
69.8
NOISE2026-02-07
Thomas Massie's Microphone Snatched at GOP Dinner
Norm Erosion Onlyfederal · narrow
Damage
0.0
Hype
6.7
WEEK 31Jul 27 – Aug 2
HYPE2025-08-02
Newsom and Press Office Mock Leavitt and White House Ballroom Plans
Information Operationfederal · narrow
Damage
0.0
Hype
28.3