Stef W.
Stef W. is a politics reporter at Axios, covering the intersection of policy and politics with a focus on immigration and national security issues. Stef has reported from Washington D.C., New York City, and around the world. Prior to joining Axios, Stef was a breaking news reporter at CNN where she covered everything from presidential campaigns to natural disasters. She began her career as a local reporter in upstate New York. Stef has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and other networks as an expert on political and immigration issues. She is a graduate of Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. Email Stef at stef@axios.com or follow her on Twitter @StefWKight.
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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
86%
Examples:
- Migrants could be granted exceptions for humanitarian reasons. However, this statement is misleading because it implies that all illegal immigrants will be denied entry into the US regardless of their circumstances. In reality, there are exceptions for humanitarian reasons and harsher penalties for those who attempt to illegally cross multiple times.
- The article contains multiple examples of bias.
- The article states that migrants would only be able to seek asylum at legal ports of entry if the border is closed. However, this statement is misleading because it implies that all illegal immigrants will be denied entry into the US regardless of their circumstances. In reality, there are exceptions for humanitarian reasons and harsher penalties for those who attempt to illegally cross multiple times.
Conflicts of Interest
53%
Examples:
- The article states that migrants could be granted exceptions for humanitarian reasons. However, this statement is misleading because it implies that all illegal immigrants will be denied entry into the US regardless of their circumstances. In reality, there are exceptions for humanitarian reasons and harsher penalties for those who attempt to illegally cross multiple times.
- The article states that migrants would only be able to seek asylum at legal ports of entry if the border is closed. However, this statement is misleading because it implies that all illegal immigrants will be denied entry into the US regardless of their circumstances. In reality, there are exceptions for humanitarian reasons and harsher penalties for those who attempt to illegally cross multiple times.
Contradictions
84%
Examples:
- If there are more than 8,000 encounters in one day, expulsions would be mandated even if the 7-day average was lower. Those expulsions would also be exempted from judicial review.
- The agreement would automatically reject migrants and asylum seekers from crossing the border illegally once the daily average for border crossings surpasses 5,000 over a week or crossings surpass 8,500 on a single day
- The Department of Homeland Security would also have the option of using the authority even earlier — once crossings surpass a daily average of 4,000 over the course of a week.
Deceptions
70%
Examples:
- The article states that Trump has long campaigned on anti-immigrant fears.
Recent Articles
Conservative Coalition Urges Rebellion Against Trump's Pro-Life Platform Shift at RNC, Legal Risks Ahead
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024A group of conservatives, led by former Vice President Mike Pence, urges Republican delegates to oppose the pro-life weakening platform at the RNC and restore it to its previous stance. Trump defends changes as common sense but faces potential legal risks due to presence of co-conspirators and witnesses in his criminal cases. Several GOP senators skip the convention, while advisers focus on immigration, inflation for Trump's political advantage. 
Biden to Issue Executive Order Limiting Asylum Processing at US-Mexico Border When Daily Apprehensions Exceed 2,500
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024President Biden to issue executive order Tuesday restricting asylum processing for migrants entering US illegally when daily apprehensions exceed 2,500, using presidential authority 212(f). Record border apprehensions creating humanitarian crisis and political headache. Asylum processing at ports of entry continues. Unaccompanied children exempt. Expected announcement to face legal challenges. 
Trump's Allies Rally Behind Him After New York Jury Finds Him Guilty on All 34 Felony Counts
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024On May 31, 2024, a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts in his criminal trial. Senators J.D. Vance, Elise Stefanik, Tim Scott, Marco Rubio, and Tom Cotton expressed their support for Trump and criticized the verdict as an 'absolute miscarriage of justice,' a 'rigged system,' and a 'mockery of our system of justice.' The impact on Trump's bid for the White House in November remains uncertain as the Republican Party rallies behind their nominee, but appeals could significantly alter the political landscape. Senate Minority Leader McConnell Blames Tucker Carlson for Delaying $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell accuses Tucker Carlson of delaying $95 billion foreign aid package by swaying Republicans against Ukraine support. 
Senate Set to Approve $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package: Military Assistance for Ukraine and Israel, Humanitarian Aid, and Funding for International Organizations
Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024The Senate is set to approve a $95 billion foreign aid package, including military assistance for Ukraine and Israel, humanitarian aid, and funding for international organizations. Amid political wrangling over the amount of support for global crises, former President Trump's opposition showcased his influence within the Republican Party. The House's bipartisan coalition passed recent legislation like a $60 billion Ukraine aid bill and government funding. President Biden called Ukrainian President Zelensky, announcing significant military aid for the first time in 16 months amid Russian aggression. The package includes armored vehicles, artillery, air defenses, and older Humvees. 
Trump Promises to Take Immigration Crackdown Further in Second Term
Broke On: Sunday, 11 February 2024With a second term, Trump plans to implement even more extreme immigration policies. He hopes to leverage discontent over the situation at the US Southern Border and curtail usual multistep deportation process by using an obscure section of 1798 Alien and Sedition Acts. The military would build massive sites near the border to hold people awaiting deportation. 
House Democrats Slam GOP for Abuse of Power in Impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024House Democrats accused Republicans of abusing power in their impeachment attempt against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The GOP argued that the term misdemeanor was defined differently by the founding fathers, while Democrats claimed it was used for political self-interest and policy disagreement. The report defended Mayorkas' record, highlighting his successful migrant removals and full detention centers. 
Senate Proposes Bill to Ease Title 42-Type Limit on Migrants at Border
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024The Senate is considering a bill that would allow 5,000 migrants per day before the Title 42-type limit starts. The proposed border proposal includes a Title 42-style authority to quickly remove migrants at the border and humanitarian parole programs for foreign nationals under the age of 18 and those who have been in the country for more than two years, but less than five years. If there are more than 8,000 encounters in one day, expulsions would be mandated even if the 7-day average was lower. Those expulsions would also be exempted from judicial review.