Reid J.

Reid J. Epstein is a New York Times reporter covering politics. He has worked for newspapers since he was 12 and began his reporting career in the Waukesha County bureau of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He later worked at Newsday, Politico, and The Wall Street Journal before joining The Times in 2019. Epstein's focus has been on President Biden's re-election campaign and broader themes in Democratic politics and campaigns. Aside from brief stints covering crime and courthouses, he has spent the last two decades writing about politics in city halls, county boards, state legislatures, and Washington. He adheres to the standards of integrity outlined in The Times' Ethical Journalism Handbook and does not participate in political campaigns or use social media. Epstein can be reached at reid.epstein@nytimes.com.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/reid-j-epstein

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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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  • The author has a slight bias towards highlighting contradictions and conflicts of interest in some articles while not addressing them in others.

Conflicts of Interest

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  • The author occasionally mentions conflicts of interest but does not delve deeply into them.

Contradictions

45%

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  • However, some contradictions were not mentioned or downplayed in the analysis.
  • There are instances of minor contradictions reported by the author.

Deceptions

50%

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  • There are instances where the author could have provided more context or called out deceptions, but they were not emphasized in the analysis.

Recent Articles

Kamala Harris Officially Kicks Off Presidential Campaign with Rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin: A Look at Her Speech and Pledges

Kamala Harris Officially Kicks Off Presidential Campaign with Rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin: A Look at Her Speech and Pledges

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 Vice President Kamala Harris officially secured the Democratic nomination for president on July 23, 2024, with a rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In her speech, she paid tribute to President Biden and attacked former President Trump while outlining her campaign pledges to expand abortion rights and prioritize the needs of the middle class.
President Biden's Surprising Decision to Drop Out of the 2024 Presidential Race: What Happens Next?

President Biden's Surprising Decision to Drop Out of the 2024 Presidential Race: What Happens Next?

Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 President Joe Biden unexpectedly dropped out of the 2024 presidential race in August, three months before the election. Endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor, Biden became only the third Democratic president to abandon a re-election bid during an election year. The Democratic National Convention delegates now face the unprecedented task of selecting a new nominee within a month.
Biden Campaign Surveys Harris vs. Trump Amid Calls for Biden to Step Aside

Biden Campaign Surveys Harris vs. Trump Amid Calls for Biden to Step Aside

Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 President Joe Biden's campaign is conducting head-to-head surveys between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump to test her strength as a potential candidate, amid concerns over Biden's debate performance and age. The surveys are being used to show that Harris could be a stronger candidate against Trump, but it is unclear what the campaign plans to do with the results. Some Democrats have been trying to persuade Biden to leave the race, while his campaign team remains confident in his electability.
Biden Regains Support from Democratic Leaders after Shaky Debate Performance: A 40-Minute Video Call with Mayors

Biden Regains Support from Democratic Leaders after Shaky Debate Performance: A 40-Minute Video Call with Mayors

Broke On: Wednesday, 28 June 2023 President Joe Biden held a video call with Democratic mayors to discuss his second-term agenda and reassure them after a shaky debate performance. During the 40-minute call, Biden spoke for 20 minutes, addressed concerns about his debate performance, and announced plans to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m. to get more rest.
Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns: Focus Shifts to Trump's Potential Presidency Again

Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns: Focus Shifts to Trump's Potential Presidency Again

Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024 President Joe Biden's debate performance raised concerns about his mental fitness, leading some Democrats to refocus on Trump's potential presidency. Despite calls for cognitive tests and growing public doubts, there is no clear defiance from the Democratic Party leadership. Biden's advisers plan a comeback narrative, but some believe it may not be enough to quell concerns about his ability to effectively campaign and win reelection.
Biden Admits Need for More Sleep During Private Meeting with Governors

Biden Admits Need for More Sleep During Private Meeting with Governors

Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024 During a private meeting with Democratic governors at the White House on July 4, 2024, President Joe Biden acknowledged the need for more sleep and expressed a desire to avoid scheduling events after 8 p.m., following concerns about his age and mental fitness heightened by a disappointing debate performance against Donald Trump on June 27, 2024.
Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump: Character Matters in the 2024 Presidential Debate Amidst Legal Challenges and Criminal Convictions

Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump: Character Matters in the 2024 Presidential Debate Amidst Legal Challenges and Criminal Convictions

Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 Amidst intensifying attacks before the first presidential debate, Biden's campaign launches a $50 million ad blitz against Trump's criminal conviction and legal troubles. Trump faces sentencing for 34 felony counts in his New York hush-money trial and defamation lawsuit, while also dealing with the Trump Organization's tax fraud conviction. Despite these challenges, Trump leads in polls, prompting Biden to highlight the contrast between their records.
Biden Warns Against Trump's Reelection After January 6th Capitol Riot

Biden Warns Against Trump's Reelection After January 6th Capitol Riot

Broke On: Saturday, 06 January 2024 President Biden warns against Trump's reelection after the January 6th Capitol riot, which he believes nearly lost America. He said that Trump's efforts to retake the White House in 2024 pose a grave threat to democracy and urged Americans not to support him again.

Joe Manchin's Retirement Sparks Speculation of 2024 Presidential Run

Broke On: Wednesday, 08 November 2023 Senator Joe Manchin III of West Virginia has announced his retirement, fueling rumors of a potential run for presidency in 2024. Manchin has been associated with No Labels, a centrist group considering a third-party candidate for president. Manchin plans to travel the country to see if there is interest in creating a movement to mobilize the middle and bring Americans together. His decision not to seek reelection could potentially give Republicans control of the Senate, depending on the outcome of the 2024 presidential election. Despite President Joe Biden's declining popularity, Democrats achieved significant victories in local elections across the United States.