Devan Cole

Devan Cole is a writer for CNN Politics, covering the Supreme Court, lower federal courts and the Justice Department. Cole was previously a breaking news writer for CNN, focusing on Washington-based issues such as legal battles over LGBTQ rights and conservative efforts to restrict care for trans youth. Before that, he worked as a news associate in CNN's Washington bureau where he assisted the assignment and live desk. A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Cole graduated from The George Washington University with a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/devan-cole

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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 slight bias towards presenting information in a neutral manner.
  • The author sometimes presents information that may be perceived as favoring conservative views.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has not disclosed any potential conflicts of interest in their reporting.
  • There is no evidence of the author having financial or personal ties to the subjects they cover.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The author has occasionally presented contradictory information in their articles.
  • There have been instances where the author's reporting on legal cases has been incorrect or misleading.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The author has occasionally used sensationalist language and selective reporting to present a particular narrative.
  • There have been instances where the author's reporting on sensitive topics has been misleading or deceptive.

Recent Articles

Federal Judges Issue Preliminary Injunctions Against Biden Administration's Expansion of Title IX Protections for LGBTQ Students

Federal Judges Issue Preliminary Injunctions Against Biden Administration's Expansion of Title IX Protections for LGBTQ Students

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Federal judges in Texas and Louisiana have issued preliminary injunctions against the Biden administration's expansion of Title IX protections for LGBTQ students, ruling that the administration overstepped its authority and failed to follow proper notice and comment requirements. The new rules, which would protect students from all forms of sex discrimination including sexual violence and harassment, have been halted in Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, Idaho, and Texas. The Biden administration is currently appealing previous decisions blocking them from enforcing these guidelines in other states and has adopted formal regulations applying Title IX to LGBTQ students. Ongoing legal battles continue as both sides fight for their interpretations of Title IX.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's Wife Martha-Ann Expresses Frustration and Desire for Legal Action in Recorded Conversations

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's Wife Martha-Ann Expresses Frustration and Desire for Legal Action in Recorded Conversations

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito and his wife, Martha-Ann Alito, face controversy over flags at their residences, with criticism for displaying flags associated with right-wing movements questioning the 2020 election results. Martha-Ann expresses frustration towards critics and plans to sue media for defamation. At a Supreme Court event, Justice Alito discusses the potential winning side in America's political differences and agrees with a woman's suggestion that the nation should return to a place of godliness, while Chief Justice John Roberts rejects this idea. Martha-Ann Alito is known for her political rants and feels excluded by D.C. elite.
Former President Trump Faces Felony Charges in Historic Business Records Trial

Former President Trump Faces Felony Charges in Historic Business Records Trial

Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024 Former President Donald Trump stands trial for falsifying business records over hush money payments during his 2016 campaign, with a jury set to deliberate after 20 days of testimony from witnesses and arguments from prosecutors and defense. Trump faces potential consequences if convicted, including impacting his status as the presumptive GOP nominee for the 2024 election.
Federal Appeals Court Allows Transgender Girl to Compete in Sports, Overturning West Virginia's Anti-Trans Ban (2024)

Federal Appeals Court Allows Transgender Girl to Compete in Sports, Overturning West Virginia's Anti-Trans Ban (2024)

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on April 16, 2024, that West Virginia's anti-transgender sports ban violates the rights of a 13-year-old transgender girl named Becky Pepper-Jackson under Title IX. The court determined that applying the law to her would deprive her of athletic opportunities and treat her worse than others based on her sex.
Texas Governor Signs Controversial Immigration Law SB4 into Effect, Sparking Debate and Legal Challenges

Texas Governor Signs Controversial Immigration Law SB4 into Effect, Sparking Debate and Legal Challenges

Broke On: Wednesday, 27 March 2024 Governor Greg Abbott signed SB4 into law in Texas, allowing local and state officials to arrest migrants suspected of entering illegally from other countries. However, the legality of this law has been questioned by federal judges and immigration advocacy groups.
Texas Immigration Crisis: Biden's Failure to Secure Border Leads to Delays in Progress and Arrest of Illegal Immigrants

Texas Immigration Crisis: Biden's Failure to Secure Border Leads to Delays in Progress and Arrest of Illegal Immigrants

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 The Biden administration's failure to secure the southern border has led to an influx of illegal immigrants in Texas, causing delays on important issues. Despite S.B 4 being put on ice, law enforcement agencies can still arrest those coming into the country illegally according to Abbott.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Affirmative Action Mandate for Minority-Owned Businesses in Texas

Federal Judge Strikes Down Affirmative Action Mandate for Minority-Owned Businesses in Texas

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 A federal judge in Texas has ruled that a Commerce Department program created during the Nixon administration to help minority-owned businesses must offer its services to people of all races and ethnic groups. The ruling is significant as it marks another erosion or striking down federal affirmative action mandates in various arenas, and sets a precedent for other federal agencies to follow in the future.
Idaho's Abortion Ban in Emergency Rooms: A Legal Battle Continues

Idaho's Abortion Ban in Emergency Rooms: A Legal Battle Continues

Broke On: Friday, 05 January 2024 The Supreme Court has temporarily allowed Idaho to enforce its strict abortion ban in emergency rooms while a legal fight continues. The court will hear arguments in the case this spring and placed it on hold until then.

ACLU and Families Petition Supreme Court Over Gender-Affirming Care Ban

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 The ACLU and several families of transgender teenagers have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review a ban on gender-affirming care for minors in Tennessee. The law includes a phase-out period by March 31, 2024, for ongoing medical treatments and stipulates that no new treatments could be started. Major medical associations, more than 20 of which have signed on to the lawsuit in support of the plaintiffs, unanimously oppose this type of health care ban.