Jonathan Swan,
Jonathan Swan is a renowned journalist who has covered politics and Donald Trump's presidential campaign for The New York Times. With over eight years of experience covering former President Trump, his stories often delve into how candidates plan to use power if they win. Prior to joining The Times in January 2023, Jonathan worked at The Hill newspaper in Washington and Axios, where he won an Emmy Award for his 2020 interview of then-President Trump. He has also been awarded the Aldo Beckman Award for overall excellence in White House coverage by the White House Correspondents' Association. Jonathan's primary focus is on the 2024 presidential election, with a particular emphasis on the candidacy of former President Trump.
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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:
- Jonathan Swan has a history of covering Donald Trump's presidential campaign and political activities extensively, often highlighting his use of power if elected.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- Jonathan Swan has covered Nikki Haley, who is a potential competitor in the Republican primaries. There is a possibility of conflicts of interest arising from this coverage.
Contradictions
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Examples:
- In one article, it was reported that Trump expressed his intention to reduce corporate tax rate further from 21% to 20%. In another article, it was mentioned that Trump discussed bringing the corporate tax rate down from 21% to 20%, explaining it as a 'round number.'
Deceptions
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- In one article, Nikki Haley used inflammatory language to attack Donald Trump for transforming the GOP into his own playpen and stated that he was only looking out for himself rather than America or the Republican Party. This statement is a clear example of emotional manipulation as it elicits strong emotions in readers without providing any evidence.
Recent Articles
Trump Proposes Lowering Corporate Tax Rate to 20% in Meeting with CEOs
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Former President Trump pitched lowering corporate taxes from 21% to 20% during a meeting with CEOs from the Business Roundtable, drawing mixed reactions. The proposal could significantly impact federal revenues, contributing approximately $420 billion in 2023. Trump discussed other policy issues like deregulation and inflation while President Biden's team promoted global alliances. 
Former President Trump Faces Felony Charges in Historic Business Records Trial
Broke On: Sunday, 26 May 2024Former President Donald Trump stands trial for falsifying business records over hush money payments during his 2016 campaign, with a jury set to deliberate after 20 days of testimony from witnesses and arguments from prosecutors and defense. Trump faces potential consequences if convicted, including impacting his status as the presumptive GOP nominee for the 2024 election. 
Biden and Trump Agree to Two Debates Ahead of 2024 Election: Rules and Impact
Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to two debates ahead of the 2024 election, with the first on CNN in June and second on ABC News in September. Both candidates view these debates as crucial for showcasing strengths and weaknesses. Biden proposes studio debates with time limits, while Trump is excited but hasn't agreed to rules. The debates could impact elections due to challenges faced by both candidates, with Biden's knowledge versus Trump's style. President Biden and Trump to Make Dueling Trips to Mexican Border in Texas on Thursday
Broke On: Monday, 26 February 2024President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will make dueling trips to the Mexican border in Texas on Thursday. The rising number of people illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border is due to complex reasons such as climate change, war, unrest in other nations, a struggling economy and cartels that see migration as a lucrative business.