Chris Cameron

Chris Cameron is a political reporter for The New York Times. He covers American politics with a focus on breaking news and the 2024 campaign. Before joining The Times, he worked for The Wall Street Journal in Hong Kong as an international reporting fellow and has experience covering major stories in Washington D.C., including the government shutdown and the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. He is a native of Antigua and Barbuda, a graduate of Stony Brook University's School of Journalism, and was sworn in as a naturalized American by Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, now a justice of the United States Supreme Court. Cameron adheres to The Times' standards of fairness and accuracy and is transparent in his reporting process. He does not make political donations or engage in political activity like rallies or petitions. For any questions or concerns, he can be reached at christopher.cameron@nytimes.com.

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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

85%

Examples:

  • The author has a slight bias against pro-life candidates and supports abortion rights.
  • Tom Suozzi distanced himself from his party, calling for harsher policies at the border and vowing to work with Republicans to fix a broken immigration system. This shows that he is not aligned with his party's stance on immigration policy.

Conflicts of Interest

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Examples:

  • The author states “In her new book, Gov. Kristi Noem of South Dakota claims to have met Kim Jong-un, the North Korean leader”

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Another headline in the video suggests that Trump in a second term would reject 'globalists', using a term that has been widely adopted on the far right and that scholars say can be used as a signal of antisemitism.
  • Noem's office admitted errors in her book, including a false claim that she once met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
  • President Biden responded by highlighting Mr. Trump's felony convictions in New York and ongoing criminal cases.
  • Trump's campaign has raised $25 million from cryptocurrency donations in the last two months

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Another headline in the video suggests that Trump in a second term would reject 'globalists', using a term that has been widely adopted on the far right and that scholars say can be used as a signal of antisemitism.
  • The article uses an image of President Biden with his hands and feet tied together to promote a video on Trump's social media website.

Recent Articles

Trump Announces Cryptocurrency Plan, Promises Scrap of Biden Administration's Central Bank Proposal

Trump Announces Cryptocurrency Plan, Promises Scrap of Biden Administration's Central Bank Proposal

Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 Former President Trump announces plans to establish a cryptocurrency advisory board and scrap the Biden administration's central bank plan for crypto if re-elected, during his speech at the Bitcoin2024 Conference.
2024 Presidential Debate: Biden and Trump's Legal Troubles and Policy Positions

2024 Presidential Debate: Biden and Trump's Legal Troubles and Policy Positions

Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024 During the 2024 presidential debate, Joe Biden and Donald Trump discussed their past legal issues, with Trump accusing Biden of pressuring Ukraine while facing potential future charges. Biden countered by bringing up Trump's conviction for falsifying business records in New York. Both candidates also addressed policy positions and international issues.
Former President Trump and Steve Bannon Clash Over Green Cards for International Students: A New Approach?

Former President Trump and Steve Bannon Clash Over Green Cards for International Students: A New Approach?

Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Former President Trump and Steve Bannon hold contrasting views on granting green cards to international students graduating from US colleges. While Trump supports the idea, Bannon advocates for their return home. Trump's proposal, which applies to graduates of four- and two-year institutions with thorough vetting, could significantly increase green card issuance if implemented.
Ohio Legislature Holds Special Session to Ensure President Biden's Ballot Presence in November Elections

Ohio Legislature Holds Special Session to Ensure President Biden's Ballot Presence in November Elections

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called a special session to ensure both President Joe Biden and former President Trump appeared on the state's fall ballot due to Democratic certification deadlines. Legislation was passed allowing for last-minute candidate certification and prohibiting foreign campaign spending.
Mark Seligman and Sarah McDonald Secure Democratic Wins in Oregon, Vince Fong Projected to Win California Special Election Boosting Republican Majority

Mark Seligman and Sarah McDonald Secure Democratic Wins in Oregon, Vince Fong Projected to Win California Special Election Boosting Republican Majority

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 In the May 21, 2024 primaries, Mark Seligman won Oregon's Rep. 3 Democratic race with a commanding 62% of votes. Sarah McDonald secured a narrow victory in Rep. 16 with 51%. California's special election saw Vince Fong leading for Kevin McCarthy's vacated seat with around 65% of votes reported, bolstering Republican Congressional majority.
Former President Trump's Controversial Video Referencing a 'Unified Reich' Sparks Comparisons to Nazi Germany

Former President Trump's Controversial Video Referencing a 'Unified Reich' Sparks Comparisons to Nazi Germany

Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024 Former President Trump's May 2024 social media post featuring hypothetical headlines of a 'unified Reich' sparked controversy due to its association with Nazi Germany. The term 'Reich' in this context appears to refer to the formation of a unified German nation, but Trump's past rhetoric and actions have raised concerns. The Biden campaign accused Trump of intending to rule as a dictator, while Trump denied any intention behind the post.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's Book 'No Going Back': Inaccuracies and Controversies Surround Alleged Meetings with Kim Jong Un and Nikki Haley

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's Book 'No Going Back': Inaccuracies and Controversies Surround Alleged Meetings with Kim Jong Un and Nikki Haley

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's new book, 'No Going Back,' faces controversy over inaccuracies, including her claim of meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with no supporting evidence. Another questionable account involves an alleged confrontational conversation with former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley. Reports suggest these incidents may have been exaggerated or fabricated.
Trump Attends Wake of Slain NY Officer, Calls for Law and Order to Show Contrast with Biden

Trump Attends Wake of Slain NY Officer, Calls for Law and Order to Show Contrast with Biden

Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024 Trump attends wake of slain NY officer, calls for law and order to contrast with Biden.
Nikki Haley Attacks Donald Trump's Comments About Her Husband in Military

Nikki Haley Attacks Donald Trump's Comments About Her Husband in Military

Broke On: Tuesday, 13 February 2024 Nikki Haley, a former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and current Republican presidential candidate, has been attacking Donald Trump's comments about her husband who is deployed abroad in the military.

Nevada GOP Leaders Indicted in 2020 Election Fraud Scheme

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Six Nevada Republicans, including the state party chair and vice chair, have been indicted on charges related to a scheme to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. The charges include offering a false instrument for filing and uttering a forged instrument, carrying potential penalties of between one and five years in prison and maximum fines of $10,000 and $5,000, respectively. This is the third state, following Michigan and Georgia, where criminal charges have been brought against individuals for posing as false electors.