Louis Casiano
Louis Casiano is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. He joined Fox News in September 2018 after freelancing. Read More Since coming to Fox News, he has covered crime, foreign affairs, immigration, and the economy. Prior to becoming a digital reporter, Louis worked as a reporter for the Orange County Register in Orange County, California. He is based in Los Angeles. Louis graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in journalism.
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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
85%
Examples:
- The author has a bias towards the use of nitrogen gas as an execution method and against lethal injection. He also seems to have a personal interest in this story.
- There is no evidence that Kenneth Eugene Smith was executed by nitrogen gas.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The author seems to have a personal interest in the story.
- There are no clear examples of conflicts of interest.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The article claims that the state predicted in court filings that the gas will cause an inmate to lose consciousness within seconds and cause death within minutes. However, there is no evidence of this.
- There is no evidence of any major contradictions.
Deceptions
30%
Examples:
- The article is deceptive because it does not provide any information about the source of the explosion or who was responsible for it. It also implies that Boeing aircraft have been involved in a series of mid-flight incidents.
- There are no clear examples of deception.
Recent Articles
Bolivian President Confronts General in Failed Coup Attempt, Upholds Democracy
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024In a 2024 attempted coup in Bolivia, General Juan Josè Zuniga led troops to the presidential palace, claiming to restore democracy. However, President Luis Arce and his supporters resisted, leading to the general's withdrawal after three hours. Former navy vice admiral Juan Arnez Salvador was also taken into custody. The incident sparked outrage among Bolivians and caused a political crisis and economic downturn. Despite the failed coup attempt, President Arce remained committed to democracy, appointed new military leaders who returned their troops to barracks, and emphasized unity and respect for democratic institutions. 
12-Year-Old Girl Brutally Assaulted by Two Illegal Immigrants in Houston: Johan Jose Martinez-Rangel and Franklin Jose Peña Ramos Identified
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024In Houston on June 16, 2024, two illegal immigrants, Johan Jose Martinez-Rangel and Franklin Jose Peña Ramos, brutally assaulted a 12-year-old girl named Jocelyn Nungaray for two hours. They allegedly stripped her naked and bound her hands before leaving her for dead in a bayou. The suspects have been identified, but their guilt has not been proven in court. Jocelyn's tragic death sparked debate over immigration policies. 
Two Men Charged with Capital Murder in Death of 12-Year-Old Girl Jocelyn Nungaray: Suspects Speak with Victim at Restaurant Before Fatal Strangulation
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Two men, Johan Jose Rangel Martinez and Franklin Jose Pena Ramos, have been charged with capital murder in the strangulation of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Houston. The suspects, who are illegal immigrants and roommates, were seen speaking with Jocelyn at a restaurant before accompanying her to a bridge where she was killed. Police believe the suspects are responsible for Jocelyn's death and have arrested them both on capital murder charges. The results of a sexual assault exam on the victim are still pending. 
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Husband Paul Attacked: David DePape Convicted of Burglary, Kidnapping, and Attempted Murder
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024David DePape was convicted in both state and federal trials for the brutal attack on Paul Pelosi, husband of former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. In the state trial, he was found guilty of charges including first-degree burglary, false imprisonment, and aggravated kidnapping. The federal trial resulted in convictions for attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon. DePape's extreme views and conspiracy theories targeted political figures like Nancy Pelosi. The attack raised concerns about politically motivated violence during a time of deep political division. 
Judge Dismisses Charges Against 30 in Columbia University's Pro-Palestinian Protest
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024A judge dismissed charges against 30 individuals arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University, citing insufficient evidence and limited video footage. The remaining 16 defendants still face charges, while one additional defendant faces burglary and arson charges. Columbia University faced criticism for its handling of the protests and disciplinary proceedings against students involved. 
Two Retired Law Enforcement Officers Go Missing During Greek Hikes: Albert Calibet on Amorgos and Unidentified Dutch Tourist on Samos
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Two retired law enforcement officers, Albert Calibet from Los Angeles County and a Dutch tourist, have gone missing while hiking in Greece within a week of each other. Calibet, 59, was last seen on Amorgos Island during a four-hour hike and is believed to have been affected by extreme heat. The Dutch tourist, 74, disappeared on Samos Island with the cause unknown. Both men's searches are ongoing despite challenging island conditions and limited resources. 
Oklahoma Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking Reparations for Survivors of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024In a disappointing decision, the Oklahoma Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit seeking reparations for survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, despite two surviving victims' claims that the city was unjustly profiting from tourist attractions on massacre site. The plaintiffs argued for public nuisance under state law but were denied, leaving over a century-long quest for justice and reparations unfulfilled. 
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen Assaulted in Copenhagen: No Motive Identified Before EU Elections
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was assaulted in Copenhagen on June 8, 2024. Witnesses reported seeing a man hit her before leaving the scene. No motive has been identified and Frederiksen, who became Denmark's youngest prime minister in 2019, had no outward signs of harm. The attack occurred just before Denmark voted in the European Union elections and came less than a month after Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot. European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and Danish Environment Minister Magnus Heunicke condemned the assault. 
DA Challenges Governor's Pardon of Daniel Perry in Austin Shooting Case: Mockery of Legal System?
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Travis County DA Josè Garza challenges Governor Greg Abbott's pardon of Daniel Perry, who was convicted for fatally shooting Garrett Foster during a Black Lives Matter protest in Austin, Texas in 2020. The lawsuit argues the pardon violates the Texas Constitution by interfering with an ongoing criminal case and circumventing Garza's authority as DA. Perry expressed racist beliefs and premeditated actions before the shooting, which Foster's mother decried as a 'mockery of our legal system'. Fourteen attorneys general from other states also called for DOJ examination due to Perry's social media posts. 
Woman Discovered Alive at Nebraska Funeral Home After Being Pronounced Dead
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024A woman, originally pronounced dead at a nursing home and transported to a funeral home for preparation, was discovered alive during the embalming process on Monday. The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is investigating but no criminal intent has been found yet.