Dan Mangan
Dan Mangan is a politics reporter for CNBC in New York City. He covers the Supreme Court, criminal investigations involving former President Donald Trump, and breaking news. Prior to joining CNBC, Dan worked at The Washington Post and The Associated Press.
Biography:
https://www.cnbc.com/dan-mangan/
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
87%
Examples:
- The author appears to have a critical stance towards Trump Media, often reporting on its financial performance and regulatory issues.
- The author has a strong bias towards highlighting conflicts of interest and contradictions in the articles analyzed. They also have a tendency to focus on negative aspects of the subjects covered.
- There is a noticeable emphasis on reporting about legal issues and investigations involving individuals associated with Donald Trump.
Conflicts of Interest
85%
Examples:
- The author also reports on cases where conflicts of interest may have played a role in legal matters, such as the case against Steve Bannon.
- The author frequently reports on conflicts of interest involving individuals associated with Donald Trump and his businesses.
- There are instances where the author highlights potential conflicts of interest in the articles they cover, such as the distribution of shares in Trump Media and the influence it may have on stock prices.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The author often highlights inconsistencies or conflicting information within the articles they cover.
- There are examples of contradictions involving legal matters, such as the case against Scottie Scheffler and the appeal of Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress conviction.
- There are several instances of contradictions being reported in the articles analyzed, such as discrepancies in stock prices and financial figures.
Deceptions
70%
Examples:
- However, overall the articles appear to be generally accurate and provide a clear picture of the subjects covered.
- The author sometimes uses ambiguous phrasing or incomplete information to describe events or financial figures, which could potentially be misleading.
- There are instances where the author suggests that certain information may be misleading or deceptive, such as sensationalist language used in some headlines.
Recent Articles
Trump's Debate Performance Boosts Truth Social's Stock Price: A Closer Look at the Surge and Its Implications
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024In the first 2024 presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, Trump Media & Technology Group's stock surged due to speculation of a strong performance potentially boosting Trump's chances of securing the Republican nomination and increased engagement on Truth Social. Despite the surge, the company reported significant losses and meager revenue in Q1 2024. The debate outcome was seen as a turning point in the race, with investors monitoring stock prices amidst future developments. 
SEC's Approval of Additional Shares Causes Significant Decline in Trump Media Stock Value
Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024The SEC's authorization of additional shares for Trump Media led to a significant decline in the company's stock value, causing a loss of over $267 million for former President Donald Trump. Up to 14,375,000 shares may be issued upon warrant exercise, potentially receiving up to $247 million in proceeds. Despite this setback, CEO Devin Nunes remains optimistic about the company's future prospects and plans for TV streaming and platform enhancements. 
George Norcross Indicted on Racketeering and Fraud Charges in New Jersey Waterfront Scandal
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024New Jersey Democratic power broker George Norcross and five others were indicted on June 17, 2024, for racketeering and fraudulently obtaining tax credits in the redevelopment of Camden's waterfront. Norcross, his brother Philip A. Norcross, former Camden Mayor Dana L. Redd, William Tambussi, a lawyer representing the city of Camden, and Sidney Brown from trucking company NFI were charged with unlawfully obtaining property rights and controlling government officials. 
Wisconsin Attorney General Files Felony Charges Against Three for Fake Electors Scheme in 2020 Election
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has filed felony charges against three individuals, including a former Trump campaign official and a right-wing attorney, for submitting false elector certificates in an attempt to undermine the Electoral College votes for President Biden. The accused are part of a larger scheme to overturn legitimate election results in multiple states. 
Louisville Police Officer Disciplined for Not Activating Body Camera During Arrest of Golf Star Scottie Scheffler
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024Louisville Metro Police officer Bryan Gillis faced disciplinary action for not activating his body camera during the arrest of world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler at Valhalla Golf Club, resulting in a controversial incident and concerns over body camera usage. 
Michael Cohen's Contested Testimony in Trump-Daniels Hush Money Trial: A Look at the Discrepancies and Doubts
Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024In the May 2024 trial, Michael Cohen, former attorney to Donald Trump, testified about their conversation regarding hush money payments to Stormy Daniels in October 2016. However, inconsistencies emerged when text messages suggested the call was about a harassing message instead. Legal analysts question Cohen's credibility due to past lies and this discrepancy. 
Court Upholds Steve Bannon's Contempt Conviction for Refusing Jan. 6 Committee Subpoena
Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024The DC Circuit Court upheld Steve Bannon's conviction for contempt of Congress on May 10, 2024. Despite claiming his lawyer advised against it, Bannon was sentenced to four months in prison and fined $6,500 for refusing to testify and provide documents regarding the January 6 Capitol attack. 
Trump Media and Technology Group: Navigating Stock Market Risks Amidst Contradictory Reports
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024Former President Trump's Truth Social platform, operated by Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), has seen volatile stock market activity. While one article warns investors of potential risks due to declining stock value since the merger and Trump's significant ownership stake, another reports a 92% rally in response to a campaign against short sellers. Amid conflicting reports and media bias, it's crucial for investors to consider multiple perspectives before making informed decisions based on factual information. 
Trump Media Shares Plummet After Truth Social Enters Live TV Streaming Market: A $5 Billion Loss for Former President
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024Trump Media shares dropped over 14% on April 16th, following the announcement of Truth Social's entry into live TV streaming market. The company, which went public in late March after merging with Digital World Acquisition Corp., has seen its market capitalization decrease by over $5 billion. Trump Media aims to launch its Truth Social streaming platform as a permanent home for content facing discrimination, with former President Donald Trump holding nearly 60% of the stock. The recent drop in shares resulted in a roughly $300 million decrease in Trump's net worth. 
TMTG Stock Loses More Than Half Its Value Since Going Public, Erasing All Gains
Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024Donald Trump's stock has lost more than half its value since going public, causing the company to lose about $2 billion in value. Mary Trump wrote that TMTG has been in a free fall since it went public with its share price dropping below half of its opening price on March 26 debut and erasing all gains since then.