Shane Goldmacher,
I am a national political correspondent for The New York Times, covering national politics and the 2024 campaign. What I Cover I cover the major developments, trends and forces shaping American politics. I write about both Republicans and Democrats running for the House, Senate and the presidency, including how they are campaigning and how they would govern if elected. I have also spent years covering the influence and role of money on politics and our government. I talk to people across the political spectrum and sort all manner of spreadsheets. My Background I have worked at The Times since 2017, and have covered Congress, the White House, national politics and the statehouses of both New York and California. I was the chief political correspondent for the Metro section of The Times for the 2018 elections, and then covered the 2020 presidential race as a national political reporter. Before The Times, I worked at Politico, where I reported on national Republican politics, the 2016 presidential campaign and served as chief White House correspondent in the first months of the Trump administration. Before that, I worked for National Journal magazine, where I covered Congress, winning the National Press Club’s Sandy Hume Award for Excellence in Political Journalism. I also previously wrote about California politics and government, working in Sacramento for The Los Angeles Times, Sacramento Bee and Capitol Weekly. I covered the administrations of both Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Gov. Jerry Brown. I’m from San Francisco, and I attended the University of California, Berkeley. Journalistic Ethics Journalistic independence is important for every journalist at The Times, and I uphold the standards of integrity outlined in our Ethical Journalism Handbook, which states that our reporters may not hold stock in the industries they cover or endorse products and that our political reporters may not contribute to politicians’ campaigns. I aim for my work to be accurate, fair and thorough. I respect our readers, and I protect my sources. Contact Me I appreciate hearing from you. Please do reach out! Email: shane.goldmacher@nytimes.com X: @ShaneGoldmacher Threads: @sgoldmacher Anonymous tips: nytimes.com/tipsFeaturedCreditDoug Mills/The New York TimesCreditHaiyun Jiang for The New York TimesCreditT.J. Kirkpatrick for The New York TimesCreditDoug Mills/The New York TimesCreditLatestHarris Narrows Gap Against Trump, Times/Siena Poll FindsIn a survey taken after President Biden stepped aside, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are locked in a tight race separated by a single percentage point among likely voters. By Shane Goldmacher, Ruth Igielnik and Camille Baker
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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
84%
Examples:
- President Biden made the exact type of verbal flub that has kept Democrats so nervous for months when he mistakenly referred to Abdel Fattah el-Sisi as the president of Mexico.
- President Biden’s evening performance placed his advanced age back at the center of America’s political conversation.
- The special counsel's report referred to President Biden as a “well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.”
Conflicts of Interest
79%
Examples:
- The heads of communications, data and political departments were among those let go.
- The swift changes amount to a gutting of the party apparatus eight months before the November election, with one person familiar with operations estimating that the R.N.C had only about 200 people on payroll at end of February and about 120 at its headquarters near Capitol Hill.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- More than 60 staff members across various departments will be let go.
- Ronna McDaniel stepped down from her position after serving more than seven years due to disagreements over voter integrity issues and primary debates.
- The RNC had only about 200 people on payroll at the end of February, and about 120 at its headquarters near Capitol Hill.
- The Trump campaign is looking to merge its operations with the RNC by merging key departments such as communications, data, and fundraising.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The article implies that RNCC took over from Trump when in fact they were elected by him to take over.
- The article states that AFP has spent tens of millions of dollars trying to elevate Nikki Haley and prevent the renomination of Donald J. Trump. However, this statement is misleading as AFP only spent $10 million on Haley’s campaign in South Carolina.
Recent Articles
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper Withdraws from Consideration as Kamala Harris's Running Mate
Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, a potential Democratic running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris, unexpectedly withdrew from consideration. His reasons remain undisclosed, allowing Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Arizona Senator Mark Kelly to continue as top contenders in the ongoing search for Harris's vice presidential pick. 
Kamala Harris: The Trailblazing First Female, Black, and South Asian Vice President of the United States
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Vice President Kamala Harris, born in Oakland, California to Indian and Jamaican immigrants, made history as the first woman, Black American, and South Asian vice president of the United States. A trailblazer in various fields including law and politics, Harris attended Howard University before returning to California for law school. She began her legal career as a prosecutor and became California's attorney general in 2011. In 2015, she was elected as California's senator and joined Biden's ticket as his running mate in 2020. Kamala Harris Secures Democratic Nomination, Promises Brighter Future for US Amid Challenges and Trump Attacks
Broke On: Monday, 22 July 2024Vice President Kamala Harris secured the Democratic nomination for president against Donald Trump, promising a brighter future and defending economic opportunity and abortion access. With over 1,976 pledged delegates, she faces challenges like picking a running mate and addressing voter skepticism on her record as a prosecutor. Trump attacks her on crime and radical agendas; Harris contrasts their records. Crucial battleground states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Florida will decide the August 7 election. 
Biden Defiant Amidst Concerns Over Fitness for Re-election: A Post-NATO Summit Press Conference
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Amidst concerns over his fitness for re-election and gaffes during the NATO summit press conference, President Joe Biden vowed to continue his campaign. Democrats have expressed doubts about Biden's ability to lead due to past performances, but he remains defiant. The president emphasized his commitment to collective security and American military power while addressing foreign policy issues and concerns about China, Russia, and Israel. 
Presidential Debate 2024: Biden's Struggles and Trump's Rally - Impact on Medicare Advantage Stocks and Markets
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024In the Atlanta debate on June 27, 2024, President Biden faced criticism for his performance and Trump presented himself as a strong contender. Healthcare stocks rallied following discussion on Medicare Advantage regulations and potential tax cuts. 
Former President Trump Receives $50 Million Donation from Timothy Mellon After Felony Conviction Boosts Campaign Funds
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024Former President Trump's campaign received a $50 million donation from Timothy Mellon following his conviction, shifting the fundraising trend in the presidential race. With this infusion of funds, Trump and the RNC now have a combined cash advantage over Biden. 
2024 Presidential Debate: CNN Hosts Biden vs. Trump Showdown Amid Hush Money Trial and Civil Discourse Rules
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024The 2024 presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, scheduled for June 27 on CNN, will follow a strict format with timed speaking turns and no campaign consultations during commercial breaks. The first debate comes before Trump's hush money trial sentencing. A second debate is set for September 10 on ABC News. Only Biden and Trump have qualified so far, with third-party candidates requiring 15% poll support to participate. 
RNC Undergoes Major Overhaul with New Leadership Team Taking Control
Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024The Republican National Committee (RNC) has undergone a major overhaul with former President Donald Trump's newly installed leadership team taking control. The new committee chair and co-chair are Michael Whatley and Lara Trump respectively. Despite having only $8 million at the end of December, which is one third as much as the Democratic National Committee (DNC), the RNCOC has significantly reduced its staffing levels. 
Nikki Haley's Presidential Campaign Takes a Hit as Koch Network Halts Spending
Broke On: Monday, 26 February 2024Nikki Haley, a former UN ambassador and South Carolina governor, is running for president in 2024. However, the Koch network has stopped spending money on her campaign after she lost the primary election in South Carolina. Biden's Classified Documents Scandal: A Special Counsel Report Reveals Improper Handling of Top Secret Files and Memory Lapses
Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024Biden accused of mishandling classified files and having poor memory by special counsel report.