Aila Slisco

Aila Slisco is a news reporter who covers politics and other topics for Newsweek. Her reporting often focuses on the actions and statements of political figures, with a critical eye towards misinformation, conflicts of interest, and contradictions. She has reported on various aspects of American politics, including elections, legal cases involving prominent individuals, and policy issues.

Biography:  https://www.newsweek.com/authors/aila-slisco

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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:

  • Aila Slisco is a news reporter who seems to have a critical stance towards certain political figures and actions. She has reported on topics such as the potential consequences of electing JD Vance and Joe Biden's interactions with Democrats, highlighting misinformation and conflicts of interest.
  • She also points out contradictions in some articles, indicating a willingness to challenge misleading information.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • Aila Slisco has reported on conflicts of interest involving political figures such as JD Vance and Donald Trump. She highlights potential conflicts of interest related to their positions and actions.
  • She also reports on the potential influence of wealthy Republican benefactors on Clarence Thomas, a Supreme Court Justice.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, Aila Slisco reports on Customs and Border Protection's seizure of cannabis related to concerns about fentanyl, while also mentioning that individuals violating the Controlled Substances Act encountered while crossing the border may be subject to seizure. She highlights that this could be seen as an overreach by the authorities.
  • She also reports on contradictions in a case involving Donald Trump and his estate, pointing out discrepancies in the valuation of assets.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • Aila Slisco has exposed deceptive practices in her reporting, such as the use of misleading language or selective information to manipulate public opinion. She has also reported on instances of disinformation spread by political figures.

Recent Articles

Former President Trump Announces Ohio Sen. JD Vance as Running Mate: A Veteran's Journey to the Republican Ticket

Former President Trump Announces Ohio Sen. JD Vance as Running Mate: A Veteran's Journey to the Republican Ticket

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 Former President Trump announces Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate for the 2024 presidential election. A Marine veteran and Yale Law School graduate, Vance's military background and personal experiences have shaped his political views, earning him a place on the Republican ticket despite concerns over reproductive rights.
New Mexico Governor Frustrated Over $300,000 Worth of Seized Marijuana from Licensed Distributors at Border Checkpoints

New Mexico Governor Frustrated Over $300,000 Worth of Seized Marijuana from Licensed Distributors at Border Checkpoints

Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024 New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham criticizes Biden administration for seizing state-licensed marijuana from distributors at border checkpoints, causing harm to smaller 'baby producer' companies. Over $300,000 worth of cannabis seized in two months. Producers explore alternative methods like drones and pre-legalization tactics to ensure safe delivery.
New York AG Challenges Trump's $175M Bond in Fraud Case: Insurer's Surplus Exceeded, Financial Capacity Questioned

New York AG Challenges Trump's $175M Bond in Fraud Case: Insurer's Surplus Exceeded, Financial Capacity Questioned

Broke On: Friday, 19 April 2024 Former President Trump posted a $175 million bond to appeal a civil fraud case, but the New York Attorney General's office argues that underwriter Knight Specialty Insurance Company may not have sufficient resources to pay if the appeal fails due to excess liability and questionable business practices. Trump and co-defendants were ordered to pay $464 million for tax and insurance benefits fraud in February 2024.
US Announces $250 Million Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Exhausting Last Remaining Funding

US Announces $250 Million Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Exhausting Last Remaining Funding

Broke On: Thursday, 28 December 2023 The United States has announced a $250 million military aid package for Ukraine The package includes air defense munitions, artillery ammunition, anti-armor munitions, and over 15 million rounds of ammunition The package is funded through Presidential Drawdown Authority This marks the limit of the US's ability to provide weapons to Ukraine without additional funding from Congress The Biden administration has asked Congress for a supplemental package worth more than $60 billion in aid for Ukraine The US has sent more than $46 billion in military aid to Ukraine since Russia's invasion began in February 2022