Zachary Cohen,
Zachary Cohen is a writer and reporter for CNN Politics, where he focuses on the national security beat in Washington, covering the Pentagon, US State Department, White House, intelligence community and Capitol Hill. Cohen began his career with CNN as a video journalist, quickly moving to a video producer role for CNN Digital. He curated, edited and produced content for the CNN homepage, as well as shot, edited and produced original video content targeted directly to the digital audience. Cohen graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Journalism.
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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
88%
Examples:
- The articles show a pattern of Zachary Cohen reporting on national security issues with a focus on the Pentagon, US State Department, White House, intelligence community and Capitol Hill.
Conflicts of Interest
62%
Examples:
- In one article, it is mentioned that Cohen discloses that foreign governments spending money directly with businesses owned by a sitting president is a rare practice and that Trump declined to impose sanctions on ICBC despite calls from Republican members of Congress.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- In one article, it is mentioned that Chinese government spent over $5.5 million at Trump properties while he was in office; however, there is no contradiction found in the details of the transactions.
Deceptions
58%
Examples:
- In one article, there is an instance where Cohen mentions that Russian firm Kaspersky Lab is under scrutiny over national security concerns; however, the deception lies in the fact that he does not disclose the full extent of Russian government's access to Kaspersky systems.
Recent Articles
Former President Trump Survives Shooting at Pennsylvania Rally: Suspect's Background and Motive Unclear
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Former President Trump survived an assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally on July 13, 2024. Shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks, described as quiet and fascinated with guns, was killed by the Secret Service. Crooks had searched for rally location and flew a drone over the venue before shooting Trump with an AR-15-style rifle. Three spectators were wounded, one fatally. The investigation is ongoing to determine motive and examine Crooks' phone and search history. 
Biden Administration Bans Sale and Use of Kaspersky Lab Cybersecurity Software in US by September 2024
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The Biden administration is banning the sale and use of Russian cybersecurity software, Kaspersky Lab, within the US due to national security concerns and allegations of Russian influence. The ban takes effect on September 29, 2024, and will affect a significant number of customers including state and local governments and critical infrastructure providers. The decision follows a trend of increasing tensions between the US and Russia over cybersecurity concerns. 
Georgia Court Puts Election Interference Case Against Trump on Hold Amid Disqualification Challenge by DA Willis
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024The Georgia Court of Appeals has paused the election interference case against former President Trump and co-defendants due to potential conflict of interest involving Fulton County DA Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade's relationship. Proceedings in superior court have been halted, with a ruling expected by March 2025. 
Georgia Court Halts Trump Election Interference Case Amid Conflict of Interest Allegations Against DA Fani Willis
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024The Georgia Court of Appeals has temporarily halted the criminal election interference case against former President Donald Trump and eight other defendants in Fulton County due to a potential conflict of interest involving District Attorney Fani Willis and her romantic relationship with a hired lawyer. The ruling freezes the case until at least October 4 for oral arguments on their appeal. 
Georgia Court of Appeals to Hear Trump's Request to Disqualify Fani Willis from Election Interference Case on October 4
Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024Former President Trump's bid to disqualify Fani Willis, Georgia DA from his election interference case due to her romantic relationship with prosecutor Nathan Wade, is set for oral arguments on October 4. The hearing may delay a trial past the November election. Trump's team argues conflict of interest; all three judges are Republican appointees. 
Former Trump Lawyer John Eastman Pleads Not Guilty to Charges in Arizona's Fake Elector Case
Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024Former Trump lawyer John Eastman, who devised a strategy to challenge Joe Biden's win in Arizona's 2020 election, pleaded not guilty on Friday to conspiracy, fraud, and forgery charges. Eastman is the first person charged in Arizona's 'fake elector' case. He denies any involvement in the election litigation or legislative hearings and is confident of exoneration. 
Georgia Election Subversion Case: Fani Willis and Nathan Wade's Romantic Relationship Started After the November 2021 Presidential Election, Alleges Trump Legal Team
Broke On: Saturday, 24 February 2024The Georgia election subversion case is a complex and ongoing investigation into allegations of voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election. The main prosecutors, Fani Willis and Nathan Wade, have been accused by former President Donald Trump's legal team of lying about when their romantic relationship began. In response to this accusation, they released cellphone data that shows their relationship started after the election was held in November 2021. 
Fani Willis Acknowledges Personal Relationship with Lead Prosecutor Nathan Wade in Georgia Trump Election Case
Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024Fani Willis, the Fulton County District Attorney leading the Georgia criminal case against former President Donald Trump and his allies over efforts to overturn the 2020 election, has acknowledged in court papers that she has a personal relationship with Nathan Wade, her lead prosecutor on the case. However, Willis strongly pushed back on claims that she financially benefitted from hiring him and denied any wrongdoing. 
US National Debt Reaches Record $34 Trillion as Congress Gears Up for Funding Fight
Broke On: Thursday, 04 January 2024The US national debt has reached a record $34 trillion. President Trump's policies contributed to the increase in the national debt.