Breck Dumas
Breck Dumas is a reporter for Fox Business and Fox News Digital, where she covers daily news and writes features particularly focused on the intersection of politics and the economy. Prior to her current role, she worked as a staff writer at TheBlaze and served as editor of the Columbia Business Times. Breck holds a B.S. in Business Management from the University of Missouri-Columbia and an M.B.A from William Woods University. You may contact Breck at Breck.Dumas@fox.com, find her on Twitter @Breck_Dumas, or reach out to her on LinkedIn.
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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
95%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to report the facts without adding any personal opinions or interpretations.
- There are no instances of logical fallacies or deceptive practices in the reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- However, it does not seem that the author has any personal conflicts of interest in their reporting.
- There are instances where the author reports on companies or individuals that may have conflicts of interest such as Wells Fargo firing employees for faking work.
Contradictions
87%
Examples:
- However, in other articles from the same author, no contradictions are found.
- In some articles, there are contradictions reported such as traders on a prediction platform giving Vance a 45% chance and Burgum a 26% shot of becoming Trump's pick.
Deceptions
40%
Examples:
- However, these instances are rare and do not significantly impact the overall accuracy of the reporting.
- In some instances, the author may use sensational language or imply certain outcomes without providing evidence to support those claims.
Recent Articles
Former President Trump Considering Jamie Dimon for Treasury Role Amid Past Criticism
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024Former President Trump considers Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, for Treasury role despite past criticism. Trump may keep Powell as Fed Chair if re-elected but has indicated he won't reappoint him. Both men have expressed conflicting views in the past. 
Leading Contenders for Donald Trump's 2024 Vice Presidential Pick: JD Vance and Doug Burgum
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Former President Trump is expected to announce his vice presidential pick for the 2024 election during or just before the Republican National Convention next week. Ohio Sen. JD Vance and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum are currently leading contenders, while Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is also mentioned as a possibility (Fox Business, ABC News). Trump's decision-making process is described as instinctual rather than formal (NBC News). The convention will officially nominate Trump as the GOP presidential nominee and could potentially reveal his vice presidential pick. 
Target and Other Retailers Ditch Personal Checks: A Shift Towards Digital Payments
Broke On: Tuesday, 09 July 2024Starting July 15, 2024, Target will no longer accept personal checks as payment due to decreasing usage. Customers can use alternatives like Target Circle Cards, digital wallets, SNAP/EBT, cash and credit/debit cards, and buy-now pay later services instead. Aldi and Whole Foods have similarly stopped accepting checks. This move towards digital payments reflects society's growing reliance on technology for financial transactions. 
FTC and DOJ Sue Adobe for Hidden Subscription Cancellation Fees and Deceptive Practices
Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024The FTC and DOJ sue Adobe for hidden subscription cancellation fees and difficult cancellation process, with the FTC's Director of Consumer Protection, Samuel Levine, stating 'Adobe made it difficult for consumers to cancel their subscriptions.' 
In-N-Out Burger Raises Prices Following California's Minimum Wage Hike: A Look at the Impact on Consumers and Businesses
Broke On: Saturday, 01 April 2023In-N-Out Burger raised prices for some menu items following California's minimum wage increase for fast food workers, affecting various locations and including a Double-Double burger, fries, and a drink. The starting wage for In-N-Out employees in the state is $22 to $23 per hour. Prices vary by location: a Double-Double with fries and a drink costs between $11.44 and $15 after tax. Reactions are mixed, with some supporting the new minimum wage and others concerned about rising consumer prices. Wells Fargo Fires Dozens for Simulating Keyboard Activity Amidst Return to Office Policy
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Wells Fargo fired over a dozen employees in its wealth-management unit for simulating keyboard activity, amidst the bank's push to grow in this sector and return staff to the office. The use of devices to imitate employee activity, known as 'mouse movers,' became prevalent during the work-from-home era. 
GM Announces $6 Billion Share Repurchase Amid Strong Q1 Performance and EV Business Growth
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024General Motors (GM) announced a new $6 billion share repurchase authorization on June 11, 2024, following strong Q1 performance and increased profitability in both EV and ICE businesses. Despite adjusting down production targets for electric vehicles, GM's shares gained after Ford and Stellantis lost ground. The company plans to complete the new buyback by end of Q2 2024. 
FOMC Meeting and CPI Report in June: Crucial Decisions Ahead for Interest Rates and Mortgage Markets
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024The upcoming FOMC meeting and CPI report on June 12 will determine interest rate decisions and their impact on mortgage rates, with the Federal Reserve having increased its benchmark federal funds rate eleven times since late 2022. The housing market faces challenges due to high mortgage rates and rising home prices, with the median monthly payment at $2,256 - a 7% increase from last year. 
Costco's $1.50 Hot Dog Deal: A Decades-Old Tradition of Affordable Value
Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024Costco's $1.50 Hot Dog Deal: A Decades-Old Tradition of Affordable, High-Quality Meals That Costco Holds Firm Despite Inflation 
Ticketmaster Data Breach: 560 Million Customer Records Stolen and Sold Online
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024In a major data breach, hacker group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for stealing and selling the personal information of over 560 million Ticketmaster customers online. The compromised data includes full names, addresses, phone numbers, and partial credit card details. The FBI is assisting Australian authorities in their investigation.
