Kevin Liptak,
Kevin Liptak is a seasoned White House reporter with extensive experience covering US presidents and their administrations. He has been with CNN since 2013 and has traveled to nearly every state and over 45 countries with three US presidents. His coverage focuses on US foreign and domestic policy, campaign politics, as well as the internal dynamics of the administration for CNN. Liptak has reported on President Trump's and President Biden's tenures in the White House, including their summits with international leaders, impeachment proceedings, battles with Covid-19 and their efforts to enact new economic policies. He is a skilled journalist who provides unique insights into the workings of the US government.
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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
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Examples:
- The author presents Biden as a champion of Medicare and Social Security while no specific examples of his proposed solutions are given.
- The author repeatedly attacks Trump's comments on entitlement reform.
Conflicts of Interest
83%
Examples:
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted there would be no ceasefire without the release of hostages held by Hamas.
- The estimated 1.3 million people currently in Rafah simply have nowhere to go.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- Biden reportedly fed up with Netanyahu, calling him an 'asshole' over management of war.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the idea of a Palestinian state once the Israel-Hamas war ends.
Deceptions
81%
Examples:
- The article misrepresents Netanyahu's comments on creating a Palestinian state.
- There are indications that Biden delivered dire warnings to Netanyahu on a 45-minute telephone call on Monday, but this is contradicted by Netanyahu's statement during his speech that he intends to complete the elimination of battalions in Rafah regardless of what the president says.
Recent Articles
President Biden to Announce Executive Action Protecting Undocumented Spouses from Deportation, Allowing Them to Work Legally
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024President Biden to announce executive action shielding undocumented spouses of US citizens from deportation and allowing them to work legally, affecting hundreds of thousands, primarily Latinos. Known as 'parole in place', the policy utilizes existing legal authority and comes after limiting asylum processing at the southern border. Expected announcement on Tuesday alongside a pathway to work visas for DACA recipients. 
Marian Robinson: The Down-to-Earth Mother Figure Who Supported the Obamas at the White House
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024Marian Robinson, mother of Michelle Obama and former White House resident, passed away at 86. Known for her down-to-earth nature and emotional support to her family during their time at the White House, she provided stability for Michelle and their daughters Malia and Sasha. Her death has been met with tributes from various notable figures. 
Marian Robinson: The Chicago Homemaker Who Instilled Education Values in Michelle Obama and Supported Her Through the White House Years
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024Marian Robinson, Chicago homemaker and mother of Michelle Obama, passed away at 86. Instilling education's importance, both Michelle and brother Craig graduated from Ivy League schools. During White House tenure, she offered stability for Malia and Sasha. Initially skeptical of Barack Obama relationship, she sat by his side during historic 2008 election. 
Biden and Trump in the Spotlight: A Tale of Two Trials and Contrasting Agendas
Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are making headlines for different reasons: Biden is campaigning and promoting policies, while Trump faces a criminal trial in Manhattan for falsifying business records related to hush money. Despite the distractions, Biden has taken a more aggressive approach towards Trump during public appearances. The trials focus on concealing sex scandals and false statements from decades ago. 
Dozen Kennedy Family Members Endorse Biden Amidst RFK Jr's Controversial Campaign
Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024The Kennedy family, a prominent Democratic political dynasty, endorsed President Joe Biden's re-election bid during an event in Philadelphia. Over a dozen family members praised Biden without mentioning RFK Jr.'s independent campaign, which has been met with criticism due to his controversial views on vaccines and other issues. Biden acknowledged the Kennedy legacy and described his view from the Resolute Desk, first used by JFK in the Oval Office. 
Israel Announces Ground Invasion of Rafah to Eliminate Hamas Battalions Despite Opposition from Biden and Allies
Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024Israel plans to launch a ground invasion of Rafah in Gaza to eliminate Hamas battalions, despite opposition from US President Biden and calls for restraint. Israel is determined to complete the operation regardless. 
Biden Vows to Block Entitlement Reform as Trump Suggests Medicare, Social Security Cuts
Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024President Biden has vowed to block any efforts to cut Medicare or Social Security, while Trump suggests cuts could be made in an effort to reduce government spending. In a speech in New Hampshire, where many residents rely on these programs for financial support, Biden outlined his health care agenda that contrasts sharply with Republicans who have pledged to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and eliminate caps on out-of-pocket drug costs. 
New Sanctions Against Russia: Biden Targets Putin's War Machine with More Than 500 Individual and Entity Sanctions
Broke On: Saturday, 24 February 2024President Biden announced major new sanctions against Russia on February 23 in response to the death of opposition leader Aleksey Navalny and two years of Russian aggression towards Ukraine. The United States imposed over 500 individual and entity sanctions, targeting the financial sector and military-industrial complex to degrade Putin's war machine. 
Biden's Frustration with Netanyahu: A Private Concern Over Israel's Military Tactics in Gaza Strip
Broke On: Monday, 12 February 2024President Joe Biden has expressed frustration in private conversations with confidants, including campaign donors, over his inability to persuade Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to change Israel's military tactics in the Gaza Strip. According to NBC News, Biden called Netanyahu an 'asshole' and is flummoxed by Netanyahu's rejection of deals that he thinks are a win for Israel. 
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Explains Comments on Palestinian State to Biden
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Joe Biden discussed the possibility of a future Palestinian state, with Netanyahu clarifying that his public comments were not meant to rule it out. The two considered demilitarization or significant limitations on military force as attributes for such a state.