Natasha Bertrand

Natasha Bertrand is a correspondent covering national security and politics for CNN based in Washington, D.C. Natasha Bertrand’s robust coverage includes breaking a variety of stories like the widespread use of dumb bombs by Israel in Gaza and the extent of secrecy surrounding Secretary Austin’s hospitalization. Bertrand also played a vital role on the team that broke the story of the missing Russian intelligence binder under former President Donald Trump, and was part of the team that won an Emmy for coverage of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine where she was reporting on the ground from NATO. Previously, Bertrand covered national security and politics for POLITICO, The Atlantic and Business Insider. She graduated from Vassar College in 2014 with a dual degree in political science and philosophy.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/natasha-bertrand-profile

71%

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Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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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:

  • At least six other crew members were injured.
  • CNN — Russia appears to be moving forward with plans to purchase ballistic missiles from Iran, a US official told CNN.
  • The attack struck the M/V True Confidence, a Barbados-flagged, Liberian-owned bulk carrier.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • CNN — Russia appears to be moving forward with plans to purchase ballistic missiles from Iran, a US official told CNN.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • CNN reports that at least two people were killed in a previous attack by Houthi militants on a commercial ship off Yemen's coast in 2018.
  • The Houthi spokesman called a fire that broke out on the ship after they fired missiles.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • ,
  • The article states that

Recent Articles

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Biden to Sign 10-Year Security Agreement with Ukraine at G7 Summit

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 President Joe Biden is set to sign a 10-year security agreement with Ukraine at the G7 summit, committing the US to continued military training and cooperation. The deal comes amid escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with negotiations ongoing for accessing Russia's frozen assets to aid Ukraine's war effort. Biden will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the summit and discuss the agreement, as well as other mutual concerns. Former President Donald Trump has not clarified his stance on supporting Ukraine if elected.
Two Sailors Killed in Houthi Attack on Commercial Vessel in Gulf of Aden: What You Need to Know

Two Sailors Killed in Houthi Attack on Commercial Vessel in Gulf of Aden: What You Need to Know

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 On March 6th, 2024, two sailors were killed in a Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Aden. The Iran-backed Houthis claimed responsibility for the strike and warned other ships to leave the area after issuing a warning. Coalition ships tasked with defending them are responding to the damaged commercial ship according to U.K Maritime Authority, but it is not clear if they were able to prevent any further damage or casualties. The Houthi spokesperson delivered a video statement later on Wednesday saying that fighters carried out a targeted operation that was precise and sparked a fire on the ship.
Russia using North Korea-supplied ballistic missiles to attack Ukraine

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Broke On: Thursday, 04 January 2024 Russia is using ballistic missiles supplied by North Korea to attack Ukraine The range of the North Korean missiles was 900km (560 miles) Russia fired a North Korean ballistic missile into Ukraine on December 31st, and multiple other such missiles as part of a large salvo on January 2nd.

Biden Administration Requests Congressional Approval for Tank Shells Sale to Israel

Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023 The Biden administration has requested Congress to approve the sale of 45,000 shells for Israel's Merkava tanks. The potential sale is worth over $500 million and is currently under review by the Senate Foreign Relations and House of Representatives Foreign Affairs committees. The State Department has bypassed Congress to expedite the sale, citing an emergency declaration.