Fredreka Schouten

Fredreka Schouten is a CNN Politics national political writer, where she focuses on money in politics. Before joining CNN, Schouten worked at USA TODAY for a dozen years writing about campaign-finance issues, lobbying and ethics. She has covered various topics throughout her career, including environmental issues and gambling policy. Schouten began her journalism career at The Virgin Islands Daily News and holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of the Virgin Islands.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/fredreka-schouten

67%

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

86%

Examples:

  • The author has a tendency to present one-sided views on issues, such as in the article about private money in election administration.
  • The author sometimes uses language that dehumanizes those who disagree with Trump, such as in the article about his supporters and extremist far-right ideologies.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • The author may have personal or political motivations for covering certain topics, such as in the article about Trump's fundraising event.
  • There is a potential conflict of interest in the article about private money in election administration, as the author presents only one side of the argument without providing counterarguments from proponents.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • Inconsistencies found in articles include contradictory information about fundraising amounts and the impact of private money on election outcomes.
  • The author sometimes presents conflicting information without resolving the contradictions, as seen in the article about Republican billionaires rallying around Trump.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author presents misleading information, such as claiming that Mark Zuckerberg's donation helped shape the outcome of the 2020 election in Wisconsin without providing evidence.
  • The author engages in deceptive practices by omitting important context, such as in the article about private money and its impact on election outcomes.

Recent Articles

Federal Judges Strike Down Louisiana's Newly Redrawn Congressional Map: Implications for November Elections

Federal Judges Strike Down Louisiana's Newly Redrawn Congressional Map: Implications for November Elections

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 Federal judges have struck down Louisiana's newly redrawn congressional map, leaving the state without a settled map six months before elections and potentially impacting party control of the House. The ruling found the map constituted an impermissible racial gerrymander, stitching together communities based on race to segregate voters. Critics argue it threatens voter protections for people of color. Legal challenges to electoral maps in the South, including Louisiana and South Carolina, are expected to play a crucial role in deciding which party controls the House next year.
Palm Beach Fundraiser Expected to Raise More Than $50 Million for Trump Campaign and GOP

Palm Beach Fundraiser Expected to Raise More Than $50 Million for Trump Campaign and GOP

Broke On: Saturday, 06 April 2024 The Palm Beach fundraiser for the Trump campaign and Republican Party is expected to raise over $50 million, surpassing President Biden's recent New York fundraiser with former presidents Obama and Clinton. Tickets costed north of $800,00 per donor.
Former President Donald Trump Attempts to Close Cash-on-Hand Gap with Biden in Fundraiser Led by Hedge Fund Billionaires John Paulson, Robert Mercer and Daughter Rebekah, Oil Tycoon Harold Hamm, Hotelier Robert Bigelow and Casino Mogul Steve Wynn

Former President Donald Trump Attempts to Close Cash-on-Hand Gap with Biden in Fundraiser Led by Hedge Fund Billionaires John Paulson, Robert Mercer and Daughter Rebekah, Oil Tycoon Harold Hamm, Hotelier Robert Bigelow and Casino Mogul Steve Wynn

Broke On: Saturday, 06 April 2024 Former President Donald Trump, backed by billionaires John Paulson, Robert Mercer and his daughter Rebekah, Harold Hamm, Robert Bigelow and casino mogul Steve Wynn attempts to close the cash-on-hand gap with President Biden in a fundraising event.
Wisconsin voters to decide on election amendments backed by Republicans

Wisconsin voters to decide on election amendments backed by Republicans

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 April 2024 Wisconsin voters will decide on two low-profile yet controversial constitutional amendments backed by Republicans that would change how elections are run in the pivotal battleground state. One measure seeks to ban private funds in election administration, while another clarifies the role of an election worker. Opponents contend these measures stem from unfounded conspiracy theories following Joe Biden's 2020 election win and that passing either or both would create obstacles to smoothly administering elections this fall.
Trump Campaign Lags Behind Biden in February Fundraising Report

Trump Campaign Lags Behind Biden in February Fundraising Report

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Former President Donald Trump's 2024 campaign fundraising report shows him lagging behind President Joe Biden in cash. In February, the Trump campaign and its super PAC raised a combined $15.9 million while Biden's political operation raised $53 million last month and ended February with more than $155 million on hand.