ABC NEWS
Rachel Scott is the senior congressional correspondent for ABC News, reporting from Capitol Hill across all programs and platforms including 'Good Morning America,' 'World News Tonight with David Muir,' 'Nightline,' 'This Week with George Stephanopoulos,' '20/20,' ABC News Live, and ABC Audio. Scott also serves as the network's lead campaign correspondent. Her reporting on the far-reaching impacts of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision was recognized by the Peabody Awards program twice in two years – selected as a winner in 2021 for Nightline’s 'The Appointment' and as a finalist in 2023 for Impact x Nightline’s 'On the Brink' with anchor Diane Sawyer. Her questioning of political and world leaders has also driven the news cycle. She was part of the international press pool traveling with President Biden for his first official meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, pressing Putin on human rights abuses. Scott began her career at ABC News as a production associate for ABC News Live in 2016.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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No current examples available.
Conflicts of Interest
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No current examples available.
Contradictions
86%
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- Approximately 99% of the threats were intercepted using Israel’s Iron Dome defense system.
- At least 12 people, including children playing soccer, killed in rocket attack on Majdal Shams in Golan Heights.
Deceptions
86%
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- The article mentions that President Joe Biden said the U.S would carry out airdrops of humanitarian aid into Gaza in coming days but fails to mention that these are not new and have been happening for months as part of a sustained effort by the US government.
- The article mentions that the U.S military dropped 66 parachute-strapped bundles containing about 38,000 meals over Gaza around 8 a.m ET on March 2nd but fails to mention that this is not new and has been happening for months as part of a sustained effort by the US government.
- The statement ‘over 85,000 could die if war escalates’ is unsupported by scientific evidence and peer-reviewed studies.
Recent Articles
Deadly Rocket Attack in Golan Heights: Israel Identifies Hezbollah as Suspect, International Community Urges De-escalation
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024Israeli PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Gallant granted authority to respond after 12 people, including children, were killed by a Hezbollah rocket attack in the Golan Heights. The incident marked the deadliest cross-border attack since hostilities began this year. International powers urged restraint while condemning Hezbollah and flights were delayed due to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Tensions have been high over border disputes, water rights, and military activity. 
JD Vance Changes Tune on Trump, Praises His Agenda Amid 2024 Presidential Race; Kentucky's Andy Beshear Defies Democratic Odds
Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) praises former President Donald Trump's agenda despite past criticisms, while Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear of Kentucky defies Republican loyalties with constant appearances. 800,000 Palestinians Flee Rafah Amidst Israel's Military Offensive: Mass Displacement and Humanitarian Crisis
Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024Over 800,000 Palestinians have fled Rafah in Gaza due to Israeli evacuation orders, leaving behind a sparse tent camp. The displacement comes amidst threats of a full-invasion and global alarm. It is unclear where the refugees will go as the designated area is already overcrowded. The conflict began two weeks ago with attacks from Hamas that killed over 1,200 Israelis and displaced three-fourths of Gaza's population, resulting in approximately 35,000 Palestinian deaths according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. 
Over 1,000 Arrests at US and Canadian Universities: Protests over Israel-Palestinian Conflict Lead to Campus Unrest and Cancellations
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024Protests over the Israel-Palestinian conflict have led to over 1,000 arrests on college campuses in the US and Canada. At universities like University of Texas at Austin, Columbia University, and Northeastern University, students set up encampments despite school policies against them. Some universities have suspended students or called in law enforcement to clear out camps. Controversial decisions by universities like USC to cancel commencement speeches due to security concerns have sparked further protests and arrests. 
Israel and Iran: Unconfirmed Reports of Explosions at Military Bases in Isfahan
Broke On: Friday, 19 April 2024Israel and Iran engage in military actions: Explosions reported near military bases in Israel and Iran, with Israeli officials confirming a strike inside Iran on April 19. The scale of the attack is unclear, but tensions have been escalating following an attack on Israel's consulate in Syria. 
Israel-Gaza Conflict: Biden Announces Airdrops of Humanitarian Aid as Violence Surges in West Bank and Gaza Strip
Broke On: Friday, 01 March 2024The Israel-Gaza conflict has been ongoing for over four months, resulting in at least 31,428 deaths. The latest outbreak of war between the two sides has led to a surge in violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank as well. President Joe Biden announced that the US will carry out airdrops of humanitarian aid into Gaza and is exploring other options for delivering large amounts of assistance. 
Two Major Conflicts Escalate: Gaza and Iranian Weapons in the Arabian Sea
Broke On: Friday, 23 February 2024The world is in turmoil as two major conflicts continue to escalate. In the Middle East, Israel and Gaza are engaged in a deadly war that has already claimed over 85,000 lives if it continues to escalate. Meanwhile in the Arabian Sea, four foreign nationals have been charged after a US Navy intercepted their vessel that was transporting suspected Iranian-made weapons to Yemen. The United States is pushing for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza at the U.N Security Council, but Israel has not presented a plan to protect more than one million civilians in Rafah ahead of its threatened assault on the border city. American Family Escapes Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict
Broke On: Thursday, 02 November 2023The conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip began on October 7. American citizens, including the Rauschenberger family, have been evacuating from Gaza. Palestinians with foreign passports are leaving Gaza through the Rafah crossing, resulting in families being divided by citizenship status. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Israel for meetings with Israeli officials. The U.S. House of Representatives passed a GOP-led bill to provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel.