Caroline Linton

Caroline Linton is an experienced journalist who currently serves as an associate managing editor on the political team for CBSNews.com. She is a graduate of Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY and has worked for various digital and print outlets, including The Daily Beast, Newsweek, WNYC, and amNewYork. Caroline has reported from various locations and is known for her versatility in covering stories across different shifts. She currently focuses on local, state, and national politics for CBS News.

Biography:  https://www.cbsnews.com/team/caroline-linton/

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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

88%

Examples:

  • The author has a slight tendency to present information with a slant towards the Democratic party.
  • The author often includes details that paint Republicans in a negative light.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • The author has a strong connection to their work and often reports on local, state, and national politics without any apparent conflicts of interest.
  • There is no evidence of financial or personal gain influencing the author's reporting.

Contradictions

60%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author contradicts themselves by stating that existing medical exceptions in an abortion ban are broad enough to withstand constitutional challenge while also mentioning that Texas doctors face harsh penalties for performing an abortion that does not meet the criteria for a medical exception.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • In one instance, the author misleads by stating that Colin Allred raised more than $21 million for the 2024 race when he had only raised $5.7 million as of March 6th.
  • The author occasionally uses misleading statements or omits important context to make a point.

Recent Articles

Texas Supreme Court Upholds Near-Total Abortion Ban in Landmark Decision

Texas Supreme Court Upholds Near-Total Abortion Ban in Landmark Decision

Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state's near-total abortion laws in a unanimous decision, rejecting arguments from 22 women and two doctors that the restrictions prevented necessary medical care for complicated pregnancies. The ruling allows Attorney General Ken Paxton to continue defending the laws, which have been criticized for potential consequences on women's health.
Colin Allred vs. Ted Cruz: A Battle for Immigration Reform in Texas Senate Race

Colin Allred vs. Ted Cruz: A Battle for Immigration Reform in Texas Senate Race

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 In the upcoming Texas Senate race, Democrat Colin Allred from Dallas will face off against Sen. Ted Cruz in November 2024. The two candidates have contrasting views on immigration and border security, with Allred advocating for comprehensive reforms and an end to family separation while Cruz supports stricter enforcement of existing laws and a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Former Aide to Ex-Governor Cuomo Files Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Broke On: Friday, 24 November 2023 Brittany Commisso, a former executive assistant to ex-Governor Andrew Cuomo, has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment. The lawsuit was filed under the Adult Survivors Act, which suspended the statute of limitations on sexual assault suits for one year. The lawsuit alleges that Commisso was demoted from her position in Cuomo's office after rejecting his advances. The lawsuit seeks punitive and compensatory damages from Cuomo and the state of New York.