Nick Robertson
Nick Robertson is a journalist who has covered politics and policy for The Hill. He has reported on a wide range of topics including national security, transportation, education, and international relations. Prior to joining The Hill, he worked at CQ Roll Call and Politico.
Biography:
https://thehill.com/author/nick-robertson/
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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 tendency to use language that dehumanizes white supremacists, devalues certain religious groups and displays monetary bias.
- There are instances of the author presenting information in a way that could be seen as misleading or deceptive.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- In some articles, there is a mention of conflicts of interest but they are not directly related to the author.
- There is an example of a conflict of interest with the mention that NASA spent about $120 million on the project.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In some articles, contradictions are present where the author states one thing but later provides information that goes against it.
- There are also instances where the author presents information in a way that could be seen as misleading or deceptive.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- There are instances where the author presents information in a way that could be seen as misleading or deceptive.
- The title of one article is misleading and does not accurately represent the content of the article.
Recent Articles
Federal Judges Issue Injunctions Against Biden's Student Loan Repayment Plan: What Happened and Why
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Two federal judges issued injunctions on July 1, 2024, halting key components of President Biden's student loan repayment plan, Save. The rulings followed lawsuits from Republican-led states challenging the administration's authority. Judge Daniel D. Crabtree in Kansas blocked the reduction of borrowers' payments by half for undergraduate students, while Judge John A. Ross in Missouri prevented loan forgiveness through Save. 
Boeing Faces Potential Criminal Charges Over 737 Max Crashes and Alleged Fraud
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024Boeing faces potential criminal charges from the US DoJ over its role in two fatal 737 Max crashes that killed nearly 350 people. The crashes were caused by a design feature called MCAS, which left the planes vulnerable to sensor failures. Boeing may face charges beyond fraud conspiracy if they violated a deferred prosecution agreement by failing to implement an adequate compliance and ethics program. 
Record-Breaking $91.4 Billion Spent on Nuclear Weapons in 2023: US Leads the Way, China Rapidly Expanding Arsenal
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024In 2023, global nuclear weapons spending reached a record high of $91.4 billion, with the US accounting for the largest portion at $51.5 billion. China's investment in its arsenal increased to $11.8 billion, and Russia spent $8.3 billion. Despite growing resistance to nuclear arms through organizations like ICAN, countries continue expanding their capabilities amid geopolitical tensions, with China potentially matching the US and Russia's intercontinental ballistic missiles by 2030. 
Federal Judges Issue Preliminary Injunctions Against Biden Administration's Expansion of Title IX Protections for LGBTQ Students
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Federal 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. 
China Makes History: Chang'e 5 Probe Lands on Far Side of the Moon for Scientific Discoveries
Broke On: Thursday, 17 December 2020On December 17, 2020, China's Chang'e 5 probe made history by landing on the far side of the moon for the first time, marking a significant achievement in lunar exploration. The mission aimed to collect rock and soil samples from this part of the lunar surface for analysis on Earth, providing valuable insights into lunar geology and planetary formation. Despite challenging terrain, China became the only country to have achieved this feat twice. 
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, Vows to Continue Serving in Congress
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a long-time Texas congresswoman and Houston representative, announced her pancreatic cancer diagnosis on Sunday. Despite the challenges ahead, she vowed to continue serving her constituents and working on critical legislation such as an investigation into last year's HISD takeover under the Civil Rights Act. 
Mexico's 2024 Presidential Election: Claudia Sheinbaum Favored Amidst Controversy and Complex Political Landscape
Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024Mexico's upcoming presidential election on June 2nd, 2024 features Claudia Sheinbaum from the Morena party, Xochitl Galvez from the National Action Party, and Jorge Máynez from the Citizens' Movement. Sheinbaum is currently favored due to outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's endorsement but faces questions over her background and policies. The next president will navigate Mexico's complex political landscape, address issues like drugs trafficking, security, and migration with the US, and manage less funding than López Obrador had access to. 
President Biden's Memorial Day Tribute: Honoring Fallen Heroes and Defending Democracy
Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024President Joe Biden honored fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day, emphasizing the importance of defending democracy and freedom. He paid tribute to his late son Beau Biden, a veteran who died from brain cancer believed to be caused by military service. The president also highlighted his administration's support for veterans through record benefits and claims processing, in contrast to former President Trump's divisive Memorial Day message. 
Former President Trump's Business Documents Trial: Key Testimonies and Developments
Broke On: Sunday, 19 May 2024Former President Trump faces trial for falsifying business documents related to hush money payments during his 2016 campaign, with key figures including Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels testifying. The trial is ongoing, and the jury will determine whether it results in a mistrial, acquittal or the first-ever felony conviction of a former US president. 
UCLA Protests: Over 2000 Arrested Nationwide, UC Administrators Criticized for Handling of Violent Clashes at UCLA
Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024Since April 2024, over 2000 people have been arrested during US campus protests related to Israel's assault on Gaza. The response by law enforcement at UCLA, where violence broke out during a pro-Palestinian encampment, has come under scrutiny for excessive force and disparities in training. Civil rights groups criticize the police response as an example of a larger issue affecting universities nationwide.