Rachel Treisman
Rachel Treisman is an editor on NPR's digital news desk, where she reports news of the day and leads the network's live blogs, helping shape digital coverage of breaking stories and political events. She also writes in-depth features and reports for broadcast, including the hourly newscast. Rachel Treisman (she/her) is an editor on NPR's digital news desk, where she reports news and feature stories for both digital and radio platforms, traveling to London for Queen Elizabeth's funeral and Michigan for its 2024 primary. She has written hundreds of high-performing breaking news and feature stories across a wide range of topics, with a special focus on politics and pop culture. She joins the Newshub from Morning Edition, where she reported news and feature stories for both digital and radio platforms, traveling to London for Queen Elizabeth's funeral and Michigan for its 2024 primary. Treisman has worn many hats since arriving at NPR as a National Desk intern in 2019, including writing for NPR's flagship Up First newsletter, running Morning Edition's social media accounts, curating radio content for the NPR One app, live blogging multiple election cycles and tracking every state's restrictions and reopenings during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Treisman previously covered business at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and evaluated the credibility of digital news sites for the startup NewsGuard Technologies, which aims to fight misinformation and promote media literacy. She is a graduate of Yale University, where she studied American history and served as editor in chief of the Yale Daily News.
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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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- Rachel Treisman is an editor on NPR's digital news desk, where she reports news of the day and leads the network's live blogs, helping shape digital coverage of breaking stories and political events. She also writes in-depth features and reports for broadcast, including the hourly newscast.
- She has written hundreds of high-performing breaking news and feature stories across a wide range of topics, with a special focus on politics and pop culture.
Conflicts of Interest
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- Some conflicts of interest include: The end of DEI programs hurts business in two ways. The most important role of DEI programs is that they promise to democratize access to good jobs in the US.
- The campaign seems to have worked, with the Financial Times reporting it knocked 5% off the Nasdaq-listed company's share price in the past month.
Contradictions
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- Herluchaneum submersible imploded in the North Atlantic on June 18, 2023. Investigations into the cause of the implosion are ongoing and being led by the US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
- Some contradictions include: Tractor Supply had been recognized for its inclusive and diverse workplace, including being listed on Bloomberg's Gender Equality Index and Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.
- The work of determining the actual cause of the implosion falls primarily to the Coast Guard and, to some extent, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).
- Tractor Supply now says it will no longer submit data to the Human Rights Campaign, withdraw its carbon emissions goals, eliminate its DEI roles and retire its current DEI goals while still ensuring a respectful environment.
Deceptions
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- Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump... A right-wing pressure campaign has influenced Tractor Supply's decisions.
- Some deceptive practices include: Southwest expressed doubts about vaccines during the call.
Recent Articles
Southwest Airlines Faces Unprecedented Issue: Soda Cans Bursting Mid-Air Due to Summer Heat, Injuring Flight Attendants
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Southwest Airlines faces an unprecedented issue this summer as soda cans burst mid-air due to extreme heat, causing injuries for at least 20 flight attendants. The root cause is believed to be the lack of refrigeration for soda cans before loading onto planes, leading to warped or bursting cans upon opening. Southwest is taking measures such as digitally measuring can temperatures and testing air-conditioned provisioning trucks, while also in discussions with Coca-Cola about alternative can options. The issue comes amidst record passenger travel demand and climate change challenges for aviation. 
Former President Trump and RFK Jr.'s Controversial Discussion on Vaccine Safety: Unproven Claims Amidst Credible Sources
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024Former President Trump and RFK Jr., an independent presidential candidate, discussed vaccine safety during a July 2024 call. Trump expressed doubts about vaccine efficacy and safety, citing concerns over the number given to infants and observing radical changes in babies post-vaccination. These statements echoed his previous anti-vaccine stance, which experts have debunked. The conversation took place after an assassination attempt on Trump and was leaked online before being deleted. 
Mistrial in Karen Read Murder Case: Questions Surround Massachusetts State Police Integrity After Derogatory Texts and Cover-Up Allegations
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024A mistrial was declared in the Karen Read murder case after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict. The high-profile trial, which has captivated Massachusetts and beyond for months, saw accusations against Boston police officer John O'Keefe being killed by his girlfriend, Karen Read, with unexpected twists including derogatory text messages from lead investigator Trooper Michael Proctor about Read. The case has taken another turn with an internal affairs investigation into Proctor's conduct. Read's lawyers argue that O'Keefe was murdered inside another officer's home and dumped outside during a snowstorm, raising questions about the Massachusetts State Police integrity. 
Tractor Supply Eliminates DEI Roles and LGBTQ Support, Prioritizes Land and Water Conservation
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024Tractor Supply, a major rural lifestyle retailer in the US with over 50,000 employees and 2,250 stores across 49 states, has eliminated diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) roles and support for the LGBTQ community as part of new environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives. The company previously aimed to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 but now focuses on land and water conservation instead. This decision was met with criticism from some quarters but also backing from conservative activists. Tractor Supply's market valuation is around $29 billion. 
New Discoveries at Herculaneum's Ancient Roman Beach: Uncovering the Past of a Wealthy Lady, a Senior Soldier, and the Last Fugitive
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024For the first time in over 2,000 years, an ancient Roman beach in Herculaneum, Italy - a popular resort town for Rome's elite - has reopened to the public. Discoveries include remains of a 'Ringed Lady', a senior Roman soldier, and 'the last fugitive' clutching valuable possessions during excavations. Herculaneum, founded in 7th century BC, offers insights into ancient life through its well-preserved human remains and artifacts. 
A Year After the Titan Submersible Implosion: Investigations Continue and Safety Concerns Persist in Deep-Sea Exploration
Broke On: Sunday, 18 June 2023A year after the Titan submersible implosion that killed five individuals and raised safety concerns in deep-sea exploration, investigations are ongoing. The U.S. Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation (MBI) is still working to complete its investigation with no projected completion date yet. Rival company Triton Submarines plans to return to the Titanic site with a titanium hulled sub, emphasizing safety and following industry standards in contrast to OceanGate's approach. The tragedy sparked discussions about safety regulations and oversight in the deep-sea submersible industry, with demand for adventure tourism increasing despite the risks. 
D-Day at Pointe du Hoc: The Bravery and Sacrifice of the US Army Rangers
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024On D-Day's 80th anniversary, we honor the bravery of US Army Rangers who scaled Pointe du Hoc cliffs to destroy German guns, marking a turning point in WWII. Inspired by British Commandos, Rangers conducted daring raids and played crucial roles in Allied victories. Their sacrifices preserved freedom and inspired future generations. Elvis Presley's Graceland: A Legal Battle Over Ownership and Alleged Forgery of Lisa Marie Presley's Loan Documents
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Elvis Presley's granddaughter, Riley Keough, and Naussany Investments & Private Lending LLC are embroiled in a legal dispute over the ownership of Graceland. The company claimed Lisa Marie Presley failed to repay a $3.8 million loan and planned to auction it off. However, Riley's team alleges fraudulent documents, with the notary involved denying involvement and claims of Naussany being a 'false entity'. Elvis Presley Enterprises also denies the foreclosure sale as fraudulent. The outcome could impact Elvis' legacy and family trust. Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Resign: Mental Health Concerns and Allegations of Toxic Workplace Conditions
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava and Miss USA Noelia Voigt have resigned from their titles due to mental health concerns and personal values conflicts, respectively. Their departures follow allegations of a toxic environment within the Miss USA Organization, including reports of micromanaging, harassment, and bullying. The resignations mark the first time in 72 years that there isn't a Miss USA or a Miss Teen USA titleholder. University Presidents Testify Before Congress on Antisemitism on Campuses
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023The presidents of Harvard, MIT, and UPenn testified before Congress about rising antisemitism on their campuses. The universities are taking steps to combat antisemitism, including increasing security and providing mental health support. The Department of Education has opened investigations into several colleges, including Harvard and Penn, under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.