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Amy B Wang is a national politics reporter based in Washington, D.C. She has been covering national politics since joining The Washington Post in 2016 after seven years with the Arizona Republic. Prior to that, she earned a BA in psychology from Yale University and an MS in journalism from Columbia University. In her reporting, Wang often delves into the primary topics of elections, political campaigns, and political strategies. She has also covered issues related to race and ethnicity in politics. Her work has been recognized with several awards including the 2019 National Headliner Award for Breaking News Reporting. Wang's reporting often highlights conflicts of interest, contradictions, and deceptive practices within the political sphere. She is known for her ability to uncover new information and provide unique insights into political events.
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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
90%
Examples:
- The author has a slight bias towards presenting the perspectives of politicians and subjects being reported on in a balanced manner.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- There are instances where Amy B Wang has reported on topics that may have a direct impact on her personal or professional life, such as the coverage of House Republicans' meeting with Donald Trump.
Contradictions
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Examples:
- Another instance of contradiction was found when reporting on House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' meeting with President Joe Biden, which contrasted with previous reports.
- There is one instance of contradictions found in the articles provided where Amy B Wang reported on conflicting information regarding a primary election result.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- Amy B Wang has used deceptive practices in her reporting by misrepresenting a vote as a tie when it was actually a failure, and by not correcting or clarifying racially charged language used by politicians.
Recent Articles
Trump and Netanyahu Call for Ceasefire in Gaza, Warn of Third World War if Harris Wins
Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024Former President Trump urges Netanyahu for a swift ceasefire in Israel-Hamas conflict, expresses concern over potential third World War if Democratic nominee Harris wins. Netanyahu defends Israel's actions and hopes for U.S.-mediated peace talks. 
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Urges President Biden to Consider Dropping Re-election Bid after Poor Debate Performance
Broke On: Thursday, 27 April 2023House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) met with President Joe Biden in July 2023 to discuss concerns from House Democrats about his re-election bid, following a lackluster debate performance against Donald Trump. The exact nature of these concerns is unclear but includes doubts about Biden's ability to defeat Trump and fears of Democratic losses in the House and Senate. 
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. 
Biden Assures Governors of His Health After Controversial Debate Performance
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024During 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
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024In 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
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Former 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
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024President 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
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Former 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
Broke On: Tuesday, 06 February 2024On 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
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Former 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.
