Caroline Vakil

Caroline Vakil is a campaign reporter at The Hill, covering campaigns and elections since the November 2022 midterms. She has interviewed past presidential candidates, former Vice President Mike Pence and Vivek Ramaswamy, lawmakers and candidate hopefuls alike. Her focus is on state- and local-based elections and ballot campaigns. Caroline joined The Hill as a breaking news reporter in 2021; prior to The Hill, she worked as a desk assistant at NBC News in their Washington, D.C. bureau. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, organizing potlucks and sharing New Yorker cartoons. She is an apologetic Midwesterner and can often be heard saying

Biography:  https://thehill.com/author/caroline-vakil/

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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

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses emotionally manipulative language and selectively reports information to create a certain narrative.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • In some articles, the author seems to have a conflict of interest as they report on campaigns and elections without disclosing potential biases or connections.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author reports that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused the Trump administration of violating First Amendment rights without mentioning his praise for Trump's initial reluctance to impose lockdowns or his support for churches reopening.
  • The author also reports that both internal polling suggested candidates were on track for victory, but only highlighted the one that ended up being correct.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices such as emotionally manipulative language and selectively reporting information.

Recent Articles

Former President Trump Survives Assassination Attempt, Returns to Campaign Trail with JD Vance in Michigan

Former President Trump Survives Assassination Attempt, Returns to Campaign Trail with JD Vance in Michigan

Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024 Former President Trump, who survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally, returned to the campaign trail in Michigan with new running mate Sen. JD Vance. Trump disavowed any connection to Project 2025 and criticized Vice President Harris during his speech. The investigation into the shooting continues while Biden received briefings on domestic issues and raised funds.
Rep. Adam Schiff Urges President Biden to Withdraw from Race: A Possible Democratic Replacement?

Rep. Adam Schiff Urges President Biden to Withdraw from Race: A Possible Democratic Replacement?

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024 Rep. Adam Schiff, a California Senate candidate and prominent Democrat, urges President Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race due to concerns about his ability to defeat Donald Trump in November. Schiff expresses worries about democracy under a second Trump term and vows to support a potential Democratic replacement.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Allows Secure Ballot Drop Boxes for 2024 Election

Wisconsin Supreme Court Allows Secure Ballot Drop Boxes for 2024 Election

Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024 The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that municipal clerks may use secure drop boxes for returning absentee ballots in the 2024 presidential election, overturning a previous decision. The liberal majority's decision comes amidst ongoing debates over voting access and security. Critics argue it politicizes the judiciary, while supporters view it as a victory for democracy and fair elections.
Biden's Interview with George Stephanopoulos: Addressing Concerns over Mental and Physical Fitness

Biden's Interview with George Stephanopoulos: Addressing Concerns over Mental and Physical Fitness

Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024 Amidst renewed scrutiny over his mental and physical fitness, President Joe Biden grants an interview to ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos on July 5, 2024. The interview follows a previous one in 2020 that revived Biden's campaign during the Democratic primaries. This time around, it will cover his plans for the remainder of his presidency and address concerns over his condition.
Former Presidents Trump and Biden Clash Over Abortion in 2024 Debate: Fact-Checking Their Statements

Former Presidents Trump and Biden Clash Over Abortion in 2024 Debate: Fact-Checking Their Statements

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 During the 2024 presidential debate, former Presidents Trump and Biden clashed over abortion rights. With Roe v. Wade overturned in 2022, late-in-pregnancy abortions have become a contentious issue. Contradicting medical experts, Trump falsely claimed that these procedures occur frequently and even after birth, while he previously opposed access to the abortion pill mifepristone. Biden struggled to articulate his position effectively but entered the debate with it as a winning issue for Democrats.
Trump and Biden Prepare for CNN Debate: Former President Asks Supporters for Debate Approach

Trump and Biden Prepare for CNN Debate: Former President Asks Supporters for Debate Approach

Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Former President Trump and President Biden clash in the CNN Debate on June 25th. Trump readies for the encounter by campaigning in Philadelphia, where he seeks audience input on his debate strategy.
Democratic Party Holds Virtual Roll Call Vote to Secure Biden's Place on Ohio Ballot

Democratic Party Holds Virtual Roll Call Vote to Secure Biden's Place on Ohio Ballot

Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 Despite a ballot certification deadline conflict in Ohio, President Joe Biden will be formally nominated as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee through a virtual roll call vote before the Chicago convention. This move ensures his appearance on all 50 states' November ballots.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Libertarian Presidential Campaign: A Stand for Individual Rights and Limited Government

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Libertarian Presidential Campaign: A Stand for Individual Rights and Limited Government

Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024 Robert F. Kennedy Jr. emphasized individual rights and limited government during his Libertarian Party Convention speech in May 2024, criticizing both Donald Trump's pandemic response and Joe Biden's handling of the crisis.
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.
Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuits Challenging Use of Electronic Voting Machines in Arizona Elections: No Evidence of Hacking or Fraud Found

Supreme Court Dismisses Lawsuits Challenging Use of Electronic Voting Machines in Arizona Elections: No Evidence of Hacking or Fraud Found

Broke On: Saturday, 25 September 2021 The Supreme Court declined to hear lawsuits from Kari Lake and Mark Finchem challenging Arizona's use of electronic voting machines, ending their efforts to block the technology over hacking and fraud concerns. The dismissals came after several courts had already dismissed their claims for lacking evidence.