Nathaniel Weixel

Nathaniel Weixel is a health care reporter for The Hill. He has covered health policy and politics since 2016, with a focus on state Medicaid expansion fights, Medicare payment rules, Capitol Hill drug pricing reform efforts and the attempt to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. Prior to joining The Hill, Weixel was a health reporter for BNA (now known as Bloomberg Government), where he began his DC reporting career in 2009 covering medical devices and hospital Medicare payment policy. Weixel is a Massachusetts native with a degree in journalism from Ithaca College.

Biography:  https://thehill.com/author/nathaniel-weixel/

87%

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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:

  • Implies legislation is unnecessary and creates a chilling effect.
  • Takes side in abortion debates.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Implies foreign election interference without evidence.
  • Misrepresents the impact of a law.

Recent Articles

Louisiana Legislature Approves Bills Criminalizing Possession of Abortion Pills Without Prescription: Implications and Controversy

Louisiana Legislature Approves Bills Criminalizing Possession of Abortion Pills Without Prescription: Implications and Controversy

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Louisiana Legislature approves bills criminalizing possession of abortion pills without prescription, making it a controlled dangerous substance. Supporters argue it protects mothers from coerced abortions, but critics warn of potential barriers to reproductive healthcare and increased deaths among postpartum women. The legislation could be a model for other red states and may create unnecessary fear and confusion.
Arizona Governor Signs Bill to Repeal Near-Total Abortion Ban from 1864

Arizona Governor Signs Bill to Repeal Near-Total Abortion Ban from 1864

Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs repealed the state's 1864 near-total abortion ban on May 2, 2024, making Arizona the latest state to loosen restrictions. The repeal passed in a contentious Senate vote with bipartisan support and marks a significant victory for reproductive rights advocates.
DEA and DOJ Consider Reclassifying Marijuana: Implications for Medical Research and the Cannabis Industry

DEA and DOJ Consider Reclassifying Marijuana: Implications for Medical Research and the Cannabis Industry

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 The DEA and DOJ propose reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug, recognizing its medical benefits and easing research. If approved, marijuana would join drugs like ketamine in this category. The process involves DOJ recommendation, OMB review, DEA notice, public comment period, and Congressional Review Act action. Potential benefits include industry growth and new treatments; however, state-federal conflicts persist.
Unsanitary Practices at Albuquerque Spa Lead to Multiple HIV Infections: A Reminder of the Importance of Proper Licensing and Infection Control in Cosmetic Procedures

Unsanitary Practices at Albuquerque Spa Lead to Multiple HIV Infections: A Reminder of the Importance of Proper Licensing and Infection Control in Cosmetic Procedures

Broke On: Friday, 01 January 2016 In 2018, a New Mexico woman's HIV diagnosis led to an investigation revealing unsanitary practices at Albuquerque's VIP Spa. The facility, known for 'vampire facials,' lacked proper licenses and infection control measures, resulting in five HIV cases between 2016 and 2018. Owner Maria Ramos De Ruiz pleaded guilty to practicing medicine without a license and was sentenced to prison. The CDC emphasizes the importance of infection control practices in cosmetic procedures to prevent HIV transmission.
Supreme Court Skepticism Towards Idaho's Abortion Ban and EMTALA Conflict: Implications for Women's Emergency Healthcare

Supreme Court Skepticism Towards Idaho's Abortion Ban and EMTALA Conflict: Implications for Women's Emergency Healthcare

Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 The Supreme Court is set to rule on Idaho's strict abortion ban and its conflict with federal emergency care laws, specifically the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA). The Biden administration has sued Idaho over this issue, arguing that EMTALA requires federally funded hospitals to provide stabilizing care for emergency abortions. The case could have significant implications for women's access to emergency healthcare and the interpretation of federal laws in relation to state laws.

Texas Woman Files Lawsuit for Abortion Due to Lethal Fetal Diagnosis

Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 The woman's fetus has been diagnosed with full trisomy 18, a chromosomal anomaly that often results in miscarriage, stillbirth, or death shortly after birth. The woman's doctors have stated that continuing the pregnancy poses a threat to her life, health, and future fertility. Texas has some of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country, allowing private citizens to sue those who assist in obtaining an abortion.

Ohio Enshrines Abortion Rights in Constitution, Inspiring Similar Movements in Other States

Broke On: Tuesday, 07 November 2023 Ohio has approved a measure to enshrine abortion rights in the State Constitution. The success of the campaign in Ohio has spurred similar movements in other states, including Florida.