Eric Bradner

Eric Bradner National Political Reporter Eric Bradner is a national political reporter for CNN, covering the 2018 midterm elections and the 2020 Democratic presidential contest. Latest Eric Bradner is a national political reporter for CNN, covering the 2018 midterm elections and the 2020 Democratic presidential contest. Bradner came to CNN in 2014 as a reporter on the digital politics team's breaking news desk. Prior to CNN, he spent a year covering international trade at Politico. Bradner also spent more than four years as the Indiana Statehouse bureau chief for the Evansville Courier & Press, where he covered governors Mitch Daniels and Mike Pence as well as state-level campaigns. Bradner grew up in Greenville, Indiana, and now lives in Washington. He’s a die-hard University of Louisville basketball and Chicago Cubs baseball fan, obsesses over the NBA and NFL drafts and free agency, and loves the Dave Matthews Band.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/eric-bradner

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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

90%

Examples:

  • [Article.facts[1]] John Curtis will be heavily favored in the November general election.[
  • [article.facts[3]] John Curtis is the founder and chairman of the Conservative Climate Caucus and hosts 'hiking town hall' events.[
  • [article.facts[5]] John Curtis was first elected to Congress in 2017 and previously served as mayor of Provo.[
  • [otherArticles[0].facts[6]] Another conservative candidate, Brad Wilson, lost at the April state Republican convention to Staggs despite loaning $3 million to his campaign.[
  • [otherArticles[0].facts[6]] John Curtis is currently Utah’s longest serving congressman in its House delegation and has served since 2017.
  • [otherArticles[0].facts[6]] Utah hasn't elected a Democrat to the US Senate since 1970.[

Conflicts of Interest

54%

Examples:

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Contradictions

94%

Examples:

  • ]Fani Willis is projected to win her Democratic primary rematch against Christian Wise Smith.[
  • Fani Willis told supporters she wants a district attorney that believes everyone deserves safety and dignity, and that no one is above the law.
  • Former special prosecutor Nathan Wade, who was romantically involved with Willis, resigned after a ruling rejecting efforts to disqualify her from the case.
  • Judge Scott McAfee is projected to win his nonpartisan election for Fulton County Superior Court.
  • Willis launched the election subversion investigation into former President Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia shortly after she won her first term.

Deceptions

86%

Examples:

  • The article claims that Trump won Nevada's Republican presidential caucuses with little opposition from other candidates. However, this statement is misleading because Haley chose not to compete for delegates and was therefore excluded from the ballot.
  • The author uses sensationalist language to make his points more dramatic than they need be. For example, he describes Trump's decision not to run for president as 'a state that gives them the option to express their dissatisfaction with all of the candidates on the ballot.' This statement is misleading because it implies that Trump has a significant amount of influence over voters in Nevada when in fact his name was not even on the ballot.
  • The headline claims that Nikki Haley will lose Nevada's non-binding Republican primary to 'none of these candidates.' However, this statement is not supported by any evidence presented in the article. In fact, it turns out that Haley received the second most votes in the primary and was projected to win a significant number of delegates.

Recent Articles

Vice President Harris and Former President Trump: A Closer Look at the 2024 Presidential Race's Top Contenders

Vice President Harris and Former President Trump: A Closer Look at the 2024 Presidential Race's Top Contenders

Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 In the final 100 days of the 2024 presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are locked in a fierce battle for voter support. Harris has gained momentum following Biden's withdrawal from the race, with record-breaking fundraising and increased volunteer activity. Trump opposes a Central Bank Digital Currency while rallying supporters in swing states. Both campaigns face challenges, with Harris emphasizing unity and Trump focusing on new merchandise targeting her. The outcome remains uncertain as both candidates mobilize support in the pivotal swing states.
John Curtis Wins Utah GOP Senate Primary: Moderate Republican Defeats Trump-Backed Trent Staggs

John Curtis Wins Utah GOP Senate Primary: Moderate Republican Defeats Trump-Backed Trent Staggs

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 In the Utah Republican primary on June 25, 2024, John Curtis won with 52% of the votes against Trent Staggs and others. As Utah's longest serving congressman since 2017 and a moderate on climate change, Curtis emerged despite opposition from Trump-backed candidates like Staggs. Known for his stance on issues divergent from Trump and Romney, Curtis will face Democratic nominee Caroline Gleich in the November general election. Utah has not elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1970.
Joe Biden and Donald Trump Prepare for CNN Debate: Who Gets the Last Word?

Joe Biden and Donald Trump Prepare for CNN Debate: Who Gets the Last Word?

Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024 Joe Biden wins coin toss for CNN debate, giving Donald Trump the last closing statement; Debate rules include muted microphones, no props, and two-minute answer periods with rebuttals.
Fani Willis Wins Democratic Primary, Continues to Prosecute Trump for Georgia Election Interference

Fani Willis Wins Democratic Primary, Continues to Prosecute Trump for Georgia Election Interference

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Fani Willis, Georgia's Fulton County District Attorney, won the Democratic primary on May 21, 2024. Despite controversy over her relationship with a former prosecutor and ongoing appeals in Trump's election interference case, she continues to prosecute. Willis launched the investigation after her first term and has indicted Trump and 18 others on racketeering charges.
Donald Trump Wins Nevada Republican Caucus for Third Straight State Victory; Nikki Haley Finishes Behind 'None of These Candidates' Option in Primary Election

Donald Trump Wins Nevada Republican Caucus for Third Straight State Victory; Nikki Haley Finishes Behind 'None of These Candidates' Option in Primary Election

Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024 In the 2024 Republican presidential race, Donald Trump won over 99% of the vote in Nevada's caucus on February 8th. Nikki Haley finished behind 'none of these candidates' option and did not receive any delegates from Nevada's delegate slots.
Nikki Haley Loses Nevada Republican Primary to None of These Candidates

Nikki Haley Loses Nevada Republican Primary to None of These Candidates

Broke On: Wednesday, 07 February 2024 Nikki Haley lost the Republican primary in Nevada to none of these candidates, while Joe Biden won the Democratic contest. Trump supporters voted for 'none of these candidates'.
South Carolina Democrats Hold President Biden's First Official Primary Contest in February 2024: A Significant Test for His Campaign and a Chance to Address Diversity Criticism

South Carolina Democrats Hold President Biden's First Official Primary Contest in February 2024: A Significant Test for His Campaign and a Chance to Address Diversity Criticism

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 South Carolina Democrats are holding their primary for President Biden on February 3rd, 2024. This is a significant test for his campaign as the Democratic Party has been criticized in recent years for not being diverse enough with Black voters accounting for about 60% of their electorate in South Carolina. Despite this, many Democrats are excited to see Biden on the ballot and believe he will win easily.
Arizona GOP Chairman Resigns After Alleged Bribery Attempt

Arizona GOP Chairman Resigns After Alleged Bribery Attempt

Broke On: Thursday, 25 January 2024 Arizona Republican Party Chairman Jeff DeWit resigned after a leaked audio recording showed him attempting to bribe Kari Lake not to run for Senate. The recording was edited and taken out of context, according to DeWit. He claimed that Lake threatened him with releasing a new more damaging recording if he did not resign his volunteer post.

North Carolina's New Congressional Map Passed by Republican-Controlled Legislature

Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 The Republican-controlled North Carolina legislature passed a new congressional map on October 25, 2023. The new map divides the state into 14 districts, 10 of which are expected to favor Republicans, while the remaining four are likely to favor Democrats. The map has been criticized as a gerrymander, designed to favor Republican candidates in future elections. The map now awaits the approval of the state's Democratic governor, who has the power to veto it.