Erin Doherty

Erin Doherty is a politics reporter covering breaking news and the 2024 election. emailerin.doherty@axios.com

Biography:  https://www.axios.com/authors/edoherty

79%

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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

78%

Examples:

  • [Erin Doherty] vowed Tuesday to stay in the Republican primary beyond South Carolina
  • Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley vowed Tuesday to stay in the Republican primary beyond South Carolina
  • Haley slammed GOP politicians who she says have 'surrendered' to the 'herd mentality'

Conflicts of Interest

92%

Examples:

  • Erin Doherty uses language that dehumanizes those who participated in the event, such as calling them 'violent rioters'
  • The author presents Kennedy's statement without providing any context or evidence to support his claims about Jan. 6 being a true insurrection and prosecutorial discretion being abused for political ends.

Contradictions

82%

Examples:

  • Kennedy must strike a delicate balance to siphon voters from former President Trump and President Biden ahead of November
  • Nikki Haley received over 147,000 votes in Pennsylvania's GOP primary.
  • President Biden speaks at an economic event at the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Dec. 20.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • Driving the news: Haley confronted the skeptics
  • Why it matters: Haley slammed GOP politicians

Recent Articles

Former President Trump and RFK Jr.: A Discussion on Vaccine Skepticism

Former President Trump and RFK Jr.: A Discussion on Vaccine Skepticism

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 Former President Trump and RFK Jr. discussed vaccine skepticism in a leaked phone call, expressing concerns about their impact on health despite scientific consensus on their safety and effectiveness. Trump's past claims linking vaccines to autism are unfounded, while severe reactions occur infrequently.
Eleven House Democrats Urge Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Presidential Race Amid Criticism of Debate Performance and Health Concerns

Eleven House Democrats Urge Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Presidential Race Amid Criticism of Debate Performance and Health Concerns

Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 Two Democratic representatives, Hillary Scholten and Peter Welch, have called for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race due to concerns over his debate performance and age. At least eleven House Democrats share this view. Despite growing calls for him to step down, Biden has shown no signs of dropping out.
Trump's Controversial Remarks About Milwaukee and the 2024 RNC

Trump's Controversial Remarks About Milwaukee and the 2024 RNC

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 During a private meeting with House Republicans in June 2024, former President Trump drew controversy for describing Milwaukee, the city hosting the 2024 RNC, in disparaging terms.
Former President Trump Outlines Controversial Plans for Second Term: Immigration, Abortion Rights, and Political Violence

Former President Trump Outlines Controversial Plans for Second Term: Immigration, Abortion Rights, and Political Violence

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 Former President Trump proposes mass deportations using National Guard, letting states decide on abortion rights, and hints at potential political violence if not re-elected in 2024 elections.
Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost Dazzle at White House Correspondents Dinner: A Look at Their Stylish Appearance and Past SNL Connections

Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost Dazzle at White House Correspondents Dinner: A Look at Their Stylish Appearance and Past SNL Connections

Broke On: Saturday, 27 April 2024 Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost graced the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C., with Johansson wearing a custom Giorgio Armani gown and Jost donning a navy blue tuxedo. As the dinner's host, Jost joined past comedians like Trevor Noah and Jimmy Kimmel in roasting attendees. Johansson is an experienced SNL host, having appeared six times since 2006.
Key Takeaways from the 2024 Pennsylvania Primary Elections: Uncontested Wins, New Attorney General Race, and Biden and Trump's Victories

Key Takeaways from the 2024 Pennsylvania Primary Elections: Uncontested Wins, New Attorney General Race, and Biden and Trump's Victories

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 In the 2024 Pennsylvania Primary Elections, various candidates from both Democratic and Republican parties secured victories in their respective primaries. Notably, Patrick Harkins, Bob Merski, Ryan Bizzarro and others won uncontestedly. In other news, Pennsylvania voters will elect a new attorney general in November who will defend the results of the 2020 presidential election. Progressive Democrat Summer Lee won her primary race against Bhavini Patel amidst criticism of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, and both President Biden and former President Trump won their primaries.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: Investigating Prosecutorial Discretion in January 6 Cases if Elected President

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: Investigating Prosecutorial Discretion in January 6 Cases if Elected President

Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024 Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent presidential candidate, has vowed to investigate whether prosecutorial discretion was abused for political ends in cases related to the January 6 Capitol riot if elected president. He also distanced himself from a fundraising email describing Jan. 6 defendants as 'activists'. In his statement on Friday, Kennedy clarified that he is against the weaponization of government and believes some January 6 prisoners might be activists wrongly imprisoned.
Nikki Haley Vows to Stay in GOP Presidential Race Despite No Wins Yet

Nikki Haley Vows to Stay in GOP Presidential Race Despite No Wins Yet

Broke On: Wednesday, 21 February 2024 Nikki Haley, the last major Republican candidate standing against Donald Trump, plans to stay in the race until after Super Tuesday on March 5th.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Super Bowl Ad Sparks Controversy and Gains Attention as Independent Presidential Candidate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Super Bowl Ad Sparks Controversy and Gains Attention as Independent Presidential Candidate

Broke On: Monday, 12 February 2024 Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine activist and independent presidential candidate, has aired a $7 million Super Bowl ad funded by American Values 2024 super PAC. The ad is based on JFK's 1960 campaign commercial with RFK Jr.'s face replacing his uncle's. However, the Kennedy family and DNC have criticized his candidacy for his views and alleged illegal coordination with American Values 2024. Despite this, he has a bipartisan support base but unclear impact on the general election.
Biden Warns Against Trump's Reelection After January 6th Capitol Riot

Biden Warns Against Trump's Reelection After January 6th Capitol Riot

Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024 President Biden warns against Trump's reelection after the January 6th Capitol riot, which he believes nearly lost America. He said that Trump's efforts to retake the White House in 2024 pose a grave threat to democracy and urged Americans not to support him again.