Amy B

Washington, D.C. National politics reporter Education: Yale University, BA in psychology; Columbia University, MS in journalism

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/amy-b-wang/

74%

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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:

  • Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) was spotted shouting at Gallagher.
  • , Reps. Tom McClintock (R-Calif.) and Ken Buck (R-Colo.) — had previously said publicly that they would not support the measure. But a third, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.).
  • Trump also built favor with the extreme right of the Republican Party when, in 2011, he began floating racist and baseless claims about Obama not being born in the United States.
  • , Trump repeatedly referred to Haley as “Nimbra,” an apparent intentional misspelling of her birth name.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • Trump also built favor with the extreme right of the Republican Party when, in 2011, he began floating racist and baseless claims about Obama not being born in the U.S.,
  • , Trump frequently emphasized Obama’s middle name, Hussein.
  • . Trump now says Obama was born in the U.S.
  • , Trump repeatedly referred to Haley as “Nimbra,” an apparent intentional misspelling of her birth name.
  • . Trump repeatedly referred to Haley as “Nimbra,” an apparent intentional misspelling of her birth name, which is Punjabi for “little one.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Trump is attacking Haley’s birth name, Nimarata Nikki Randhawa.
  • , Trump is using Haley’s birth name to appeal to white nationalists.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • , The article seems to lean towards presenting Tlaib’s perspective more sympathetically, with more space given to her defense and the criticism of the censure resolution.
  • The vote failed by one vote, but the article misrepresents it as a tie.
  • , Trump also built favor with the extreme right of the Republican Party when, in 2011, he began floating racist and baseless claims about Obama not being born in the U.S.,
  • Trump also built favor with the extreme right of the Republican Party when, in 2011, he began floating racist and baseless claims about Obama not being born in the U.S.,
  • , Trump frequently emphasized Obama’s middle name, Hussein.
  • . Trump now says Obama was born in the U.S.
  • , Trump repeatedly referred to Haley as “Nimbra,” an apparent intentional misspelling of her birth name.

Recent Articles

Biden Assures Governors of His Health After Controversial Debate Performance

Biden Assures Governors of His Health After Controversial Debate Performance

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 During a White House meeting with Democratic governors on July 1, 2024, President Joe Biden addressed concerns about his health and political viability following a debate performance. He assured them of his good health after undergoing a recent medical checkup. Governors expressed support for Biden despite polls indicating Democrats may lose the White House and Congress to Republicans. The election will decide abortion rights in several states, with Biden advocating for legal access and Trump leaving it to states.
Historic Defeat: George Latimer Unseats Jamaal Bowman in NY's 16th Congressional District Race, Marking First Loss for a Squad Member and Democratic Socialist

Historic Defeat: George Latimer Unseats Jamaal Bowman in NY's 16th Congressional District Race, Marking First Loss for a Squad Member and Democratic Socialist

Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 In the historic 2024 New York 16th Congressional District primary, George Latimer defeated Jamaal Bowman, marking the first loss for a progressive House member and the first Black representative. The race centered on Israel's Gaza conflict and democratic socialism. Pro-Israel groups spent over $16 million to support Latimer in the most expensive House primary ever, leading to Bowman's defeat despite intervention from national progressives.
Former President Trump Turns 78: Celebrates with Two Birthday Events

Former President Trump Turns 78: Celebrates with Two Birthday Events

Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Former President Donald Trump turned 78 on June 14, 2024, celebrating with two events: one in Washington D.C. featuring a cake and singing.
Biden to Sign 10-Year Security Agreement with Ukraine at G7 Summit

Biden to Sign 10-Year Security Agreement with Ukraine at G7 Summit

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 President Joe Biden is set to sign a 10-year security agreement with Ukraine at the G7 summit, committing the US to continued military training and cooperation. The deal comes amid escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with negotiations ongoing for accessing Russia's frozen assets to aid Ukraine's war effort. Biden will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the summit and discuss the agreement, as well as other mutual concerns. Former President Donald Trump has not clarified his stance on supporting Ukraine if elected.
Former President Trump Meets with GOP Lawmakers Amidst Divisions and Policy Agenda

Former President Trump Meets with GOP Lawmakers Amidst Divisions and Policy Agenda

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 Former President Donald Trump meets with House and Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill, pushing his policy agenda despite felony conviction. Influential in scuttling border security legislation, Trump's support remains strong among a majority of the conference. Divisions persist over federal action on reproductive health matters.
House Rejects Impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

House Rejects Impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

Broke On: Tuesday, 06 February 2024 On February 6th, the House of Representatives failed to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The vote was a stinging loss for Republicans who had been pushing for an investigation into his handling of immigration and border security issues. Three Republican lawmakers joined Democrats in voting against the measure: Rep. Al Green, Ken Buck, and Tom McClintock.
Trump Attacks Haley in Racially Charged Post on Truth Social Platform Days Before New Hampshire Primary Election

Trump Attacks Haley in Racially Charged Post on Truth Social Platform Days Before New Hampshire Primary Election

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Former president Donald Trump has attacked his rival Nikki Haley, a daughter of Indian immigrants who served as his U.N. ambassador, by repeatedly referring to her birth name with an intentional misspelling in a lengthy post on social media platform Friday.

House Censures Rep. Rashida Tlaib Over Controversial Phrase

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 The U.S. House of Representatives voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib over her use of the phrase 'from the river to the sea'. Tlaib defended her comments, stating that the phrase is an 'aspirational call for freedom, human rights and peaceful coexistence, not death, destruction or hate.' The resolution to censure Tlaib was put forward by Rep. Richard McCormick (R-Ga.). The phrase 'from the river to the sea' refers to the natural borders of historic Palestine and is used to call for the end of Israeli apartheid, according to Ramsey Alsheikh.