Rebecca Picciotto
Rebecca Picciotto is an associate reporter for CNBC.com. She has previously written for the Wall Street Journal, The Bergen Record and Morning Brew. Latest Secret Service says it denied some Trump requests for more security, walking back previous story Rebecca Picciotto2 Hours Ago Sen. Joe Manchin calls on Biden to drop out of presidential race Rebecca Picciotto4 Hours Ago VP Harris gains Capitol Hill cheerleaders as Biden isolates with Covid Rebecca PicciottoJuly 20, 2024 RNC Day 3 Recap: JD Vance accepts nomination; Kai Trump, Peter Navarro deliver memorable moments Dan Mangan|Josephine RozzelleJuly 17, 2024 DNC says Biden nomination won't be fast-tracked, buys time for skeptics Rebecca PicciottoJuly 17, 2024 Recap: RNC 2024 Day 2 saw Haley, DeSantis, Rubio, Cruz bend the knee Jake|Rebecca PicciottoJuly 16, 2024 House Democrats circulate letter urging DNC not to rush Biden nomination Rebecca PicciottoJuly 16, 2024 Biden says 'time to put Trump in the bulls-eye' remark was a mistake, doubles down on reelection bid Rebecca PicciottoJuly 15, 2024 Trump lauded at Republican convention, his first public appearance since assassination attempt Rebecca PicciottoJuly 15, 2024 Secret Service director rejects calls to resign after assassination attempt Rebecca Picciotto|Josephine RozzelleJuly 15, 2024 Recap: Trump arrives in Milwaukee after assassination attempt; Biden calls for national unity Rebecca Picciotto|Jake PiazzaJuly 14, 2024 Recap: Attempted assassination of Donald Trump at Pennsylvania rally Dan Mangan|Rebecca PicciottoJuly 13, 2024 Load More
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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 lean towards one side of an argument, particularly when discussing President Biden's budget and tax proposals. This can be seen in the mention of progressive tax hikes and the implication that only wealthy individuals should be paying more taxes.
- There is also a sense of support for Vice President Harris as the potential heir to the presidency, which could indicate a Democratic party bias.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
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- The author does not appear to have any personal or financial ties to the subjects they cover.
- There are occasional mentions of conflicts of interest or potential conflicts of interest, but they are not a major focus of the articles.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In some cases, the author provides limited information or context, leading to potential misunderstandings or misinterpretations.
- There are instances where contradictions are reported and then immediately dismissed or downplayed.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- However, these instances are relatively rare and not a major focus of the articles.
- There are instances where the author sensationalizes or misrepresents information, often for the purpose of creating a narrative.
Recent Articles
Secret Service Denied Trump's Security Requests Before Pennsylvania Rally Shooting Incident
Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024During the 2024 Republican National Convention, former US President Donald Trump faced security concerns when a gunman fired an AR-15-style rifle at a rally in Pennsylvania, where Secret Service had denied some of his team's previous requests for additional resources. The incident sparked calls for Director Kimberly Cheatle's resignation over security lapses. 
Thirty-Six Democrats Call for Biden to Step Aside, but Will He Listen?
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Thirty-six Democrats have called for President Joe Biden to step down and support Vice President Kamala Harris in the presidential race against Donald Trump. Amidst concerns over Biden's declining poll numbers and mental acuity, some fear his candidacy could negatively impact down-ballot candidates. Cornell Belcher, a Democratic pollster, urges party leaders to focus on unifying the base and presenting a strong alternative to Trump's divisive rhetoric. Despite these calls for change, Biden remains obstinate in his decision to continue campaigning. 
DNC Sticks to Virtual Biden Nomination Amidst Calls for Traditional Roll Call and Concerns over Political Viability
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Amidst growing concerns over President Joe Biden's political viability following his debate performance against Donald Trump, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) is pushing forward with plans to virtually nominate him during the first week of August. Some Democrats have called for a traditional roll call at the in-person convention in Chicago later that month, but others argue that a virtual roll call is necessary to ensure ballot access and avoid legal challenges. The DNC made its final decision on virtual vote plans during a rules committee meeting on July 21, 2024. 
Diverse Lineup of Speakers Announced for Trump's 2024 RNC: Ivanka, Potential VPs, Immigrants, and Black Americans
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024The Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, WI (July 18-21), features a diverse lineup of speakers including Ivanka Trump, potential VP candidates JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and Doug Burgum, immigrants Robert Bartles Jr. and Annette Albright, Black Americans Michael Morin and Linda Fornos, venture capitalist David Sacks, UFC President Dana White, Tucker Carlson, Savannah Chrisley, rapper Amber Rose; Ivanka Trump and family join high-profile figures to rally support for Donald Trump's 2024 presidential bid amidst ongoing lawsuits. 
Biden's Solo News Conference: Notable Errors When Referencing Zelenskyy at NATO Summit
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024At the NATO summit in July 2024, President Biden reassured Democrats of his fitness for a second term amid calls to step down. During a solo news conference, he made errors referring to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. 
Nancy Pelosi Urges Caution on Biden's 2024 Presidential Bid Amid Growing Concerns
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi urged President Joe Biden to make a decision about his 2024 presidential bid, expressing concerns about the impact on the Democratic party and election outcome. Pelosi advised lawmakers to keep quiet until after NATO conference. Sen. Michael Bennet publicly expressed concern over Biden's fitness for office. Despite growing calls for him to step aside, Pelosi has long been a Biden ally and encouraged silence from colleagues. 
Democratic Party in Turmoil: Concerns over Biden's Debate Performance and Future in the Race
Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024Democratic concerns over President Joe Biden's debate performance at the June 2024 primary debate led to discussions about his future in the race. Some Democrats suggested replacing him as the nominee, while others defended him amidst media speculation. Biden struggled with his voice and lost train of thought during the debate, which raised concerns about his mental and cognitive abilities. A poll showed that a majority of registered voters did not think he should run for president again. Some argued that preparation overload may have contributed to his poor performance. 
US Dismantles 911 S5 Botnet, Arrests Alleged Mastermind YunHe Wang: Impact and Seized Assets
Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024A major international operation led by the US Department of Justice dismantled the 911 S5 botnet, which infected over 19 million IP addresses worldwide and was used for cyber attacks, financial fraud, and other illegal activities. The alleged mastermind, Chinese national YunHe Wang, was arrested in Singapore for creating and disseminating malware that compromised millions of Windows computers since 2014. The botnet generated millions in revenue through rentals to cybercriminals and resulted in approximately $5.9 billion in losses. Authorities seized over $4 million worth of luxury assets and $30 million in real estate properties. 
Trump Media & Technology Group Reports Net Loss of $327.6 Million in Q1 2024
Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) reported a net loss of $327.6 million and revenue of $770,500 in Q1 2024 due to non-cash expenses from merger with Digital World Acquisition Corp. Despite losses, CEO Devin Nunes remains optimistic. 
US Aids Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan: Biden Signs Bill to Provide $60B for Ukraine, Ban TikTok or Force Sale
Broke On: Wednesday, 24 April 2024President Biden signed a law providing $60B in aid for Ukraine, $26B for Israel, and $8B for Taiwan & Indo-Pacific security. It compels ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a US ban. The bill follows months of political battles and escalating tensions with Russia, Iran, and China.