Luke Broadwater

Luke Broadwater is a congressional reporter for The New York Times with a focus on investigations. He has profiled key political figures, covered federal spending, and played an important role in the paper's coverage of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. Prior to The Times, he worked at The Baltimore Sun for nearly a decade covering Maryland State House and Baltimore City Hall. Broadwater won a Pulitzer Prize for local reporting and a George Polk Award for political reporting due to his investigative work on a self-dealing scandal at the state's largest hospital system. He graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in writing and history, where he was on the wrestling team. Broadwater adheres to The Times' Ethical Journalism handbook standards and strives for accuracy and fair-mindedness in his reporting. He does not make political donations or participate in political rallies. If you would like to contact him, please email [his email address is provided].

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/luke-broadwater

90%

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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

88%

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  • The author has a tendency to lean towards negative portrayals of certain individuals or stances.

Conflicts of Interest

96%

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  • There is a focus on conflicts of interest involving foreign governments and political figures.

Contradictions

85%

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  • Contradictions are present in some of the articles, but they are not major contradictions.

Deceptions

88%

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  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices such as misleading phrasing or selective reporting.

Recent Articles

Bipartisan Task Force Formed to Investigate Security Failures at Trump's Pennsylvania Rally After Assassination Attempt

Bipartisan Task Force Formed to Investigate Security Failures at Trump's Pennsylvania Rally After Assassination Attempt

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 Former President Trump survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally on July 13, 2024, resulting in one death and two injuries. In response, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) formed a bipartisan task force to investigate security failures and prevent future incidents. The shooting marked rare bipartisan agreement following US Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's acknowledgment of significant security lapses before and during the rally.
House Prepares to Vote on Contempt of Congress Charge Against AG Garland over Biden Interview Recordings

House Prepares to Vote on Contempt of Congress Charge Against AG Garland over Biden Interview Recordings

Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 The House of Representatives is set to vote on holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt for refusing to provide Biden interview recordings, despite transcripts and a report clearing the President of criminal charges related to classified documents.
Senator Joe Manchin Switches to Independent: Implications for Democratic Majority and Upcoming Elections

Senator Joe Manchin Switches to Independent: Implications for Democratic Majority and Upcoming Elections

Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 Senator Joe Manchin III (D-WV) announced his switch to independent status on May 31, 2024, expressing dissatisfaction with party extremism and commitment to country. His decision could impact the Senate's balance of power and Democrats' ability to pass legislation.
Senate to Vote Again on Bipartisan Border Bill Amid Political Tensions and Opposition

Senate to Vote Again on Bipartisan Border Bill Amid Political Tensions and Opposition

Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024 Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer attempts to pass a bipartisan border bill this week, despite previous failure and opposition from both sides. The vote aims to address immigration and border security, but faces resistance. Biden urges support for legislation to secure the border.
Democratic and Republican Representatives Engage in Heated Racial Altercation during House Oversight Committee Hearing

Democratic and Republican Representatives Engage in Heated Racial Altercation during House Oversight Committee Hearing

Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 During a heated House Oversight Committee hearing on May 17, 2024, Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in a verbal altercation that escalated into accusations of racism and insults regarding personal appearance. The incident occurred during the committee's discussion on holding Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt. Greene mocked Crockett's eyelashes, prompting Crockett to label Greene's comments as racist and criticize her physical appearance. The exchange quickly escalated into chaos with other committee members joining in.
Maryland Primary Elections: Angela Alsobrooks Defies Odds Against Rep. David Trone and Larry Hogan Shifts on Abortion Rights

Maryland Primary Elections: Angela Alsobrooks Defies Odds Against Rep. David Trone and Larry Hogan Shifts on Abortion Rights

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 In the Maryland primaries, Prince George County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks upset Rep. David Trone in the Democratic race for Maryland's Senate seat despite his significant financial advantage. In the Republican party, former Governor Larry Hogan surprised many by announcing his support for codifying abortion rights and plans to vote for their enshrinement in Maryland's Constitution, a pivot from his previous stance. Alsobrooks is set to receive national attention and funding as the first Black woman to represent her party in a statewide race.
Former US Capitol Police Officer Announces Congressional Candidate in Maryland's Third District

Former US Capitol Police Officer Announces Congressional Candidate in Maryland's Third District

Broke On: Friday, 05 January 2024 Former US Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn announces his candidacy for Congress in Maryland's third district, where he will face off against John Sarbanes in the primary election on May 14th. In an interview with CNN, Dunn spoke about how democracy is under attack and it's important to protect it from those who would seek to undermine it.
US National Debt Reaches Record $34 Trillion as Congress Gears Up for Funding Fight

US National Debt Reaches Record $34 Trillion as Congress Gears Up for Funding Fight

Broke On: Thursday, 04 January 2024 The US national debt has reached a record $34 trillion. President Trump's policies contributed to the increase in the national debt.

Senator Joe Manchin Announces He Will Not Seek Re-election in 2024

Broke On: Thursday, 09 November 2023 Democratic Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2024. Manchin's departure could make it challenging for Democrats to retain his West Virginia seat. Manchin has left open the possibility of running for president on a centrist third-party ticket.

House Speaker Mike Johnson's Controversial Stance on 2024 Election Certification

Broke On: Thursday, 26 October 2023 House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to acknowledge the results of the 2024 presidential election. Johnson's stance has sparked controversy and caused a rift within the Republican party. The controversy has led to a broader discussion about the role of the House Speaker in the U.S. political system.