Alexandra E.
Alexandra E. Petri covers trends and breaking news for the Los Angeles Times. She previously was on the Live team at the New York Times, where she helped plan coverage and reported on live events, including the mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the R. Kelly trial,
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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:
- The article mentions several prominent figures without providing any context or explanation for their association with Epstein.
- The article uses loaded language such as 'criminal operation' and 'high-profile and powerful men associated with Epstein over the years'
- The author quotes a victim, Virginia Giuffre, who claims that Clinton threatened her not to write sex trafficking articles about his good friend J.E., but does not provide any context or explanation for this claim.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Contradictions
100%
Examples:
- The article states that Giuffre had sued Maxwell for publicly calling her a liar regarding her claims of abuse and they settled out of court in 2017. However, this statement is misleading as it does not mention that Giuffre also accused Maxwell of being part of Epstein's criminal operation and facilitating his crimes against minors.
- The article states that many people have previously denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal behavior despite internet-fueled expectations and conspiracy theories. However, this statement is also misleading as there are several instances where prominent figures such as former Presidents Trump and Clinton have been accused of involvement in Epstein's criminal activities.
- The article states that the documents released could provide a deeper look at Epstein's criminal operation and his high-profile associates. However, this statement is misleading as the documents only contain details of Epstein's alleged criminal activity along with that of Ghislaine Maxwell and some other individuals who were associated with him.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
No current examples available.
Recent Articles
Seattle Police Officer Fired for Derogatory Comments About Indian Grad Student's Death
Broke On: Thursday, 19 January 2023Seattle Police Officer Daniel Auderer was fired for derogatory comments about the death of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian graduate student killed by a police S.U.V., despite his intentions being unintentional. His remarks, including calling her life 'limited in value,' caused public outrage and protests in Seattle and India. Interim Police Chief Sue Rahr terminated Auderer due to the comments' damaging impact on community trust. 
Illinois Woman Fatally Shot by Deputy: Former Sangamon County Sheriff's Officer Charged with Murder after Fatal Home Invasion
Broke On: Thursday, 06 July 2023On July 6, 2023, Illinois woman Sonya Massey was fatally shot inside her home by Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson during a response to her 911 call reporting an intruder. Grayson has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder and other offenses. Court documents detail that Massey was in the kitchen when Grayson threatened her with his gun and shot her without attempting aid. The incident led to protests, condolences from Governor J.B. Pritzker, and Grayson's termination from the sheriff's office. 
Lake Fire in Santa Barbara County: 16,000-Acre Wildfire Threatens Michael Jackson's Former Ranch with Zero Percent Containment
Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024A wildfire, named the Lake Fire, broke out in Santa Barbara County, California on July 7, 2024. The fire has spread to over 16,000 acres with zero containment and forced evacuation orders for areas including Michael Jackson's former ranch at Figueroa Mountain Road. Firefighters are working to contain the fire amidst high temperatures and low humidity levels, facing challenges in controlling the blaze that threatens several ranches, including Michael Jackson's former Neverland Ranch. 
Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Five Family Members in New York
Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024A family of five tragically died in a plane crash in upstate New York after attending a baseball tournament. The single-engine Piper Malibu Mirage, piloted by Roger Beggs, was en route to Atlanta when it crashed near Sidney. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the FAA and NTSB. 
Two Separate Incidents Leave One Person Dead and Suspect in Police Custody: Shooting at Downtown Mall and Bus Hijacking in Atlanta
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024In Atlanta on Tuesday, two separate incidents left one person dead: a shooting at a mall food court and an armed hijacking on a commuter bus. Suspect Joseph Grier, with 19 prior arrests and felony status, took control of the bus by threatening the driver with a firearm. A high-speed chase ensued through Atlanta traffic, resulting in Grier's apprehension near Stone Mountain but also causing fatal injuries to a passenger. Authorities are investigating both incidents. 
Bus Hijacking in Atlanta: One Fatality, Suspect Arrested After High-Speed Chase
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024On June 11, 2024, in Atlanta, a bus hijacking resulted in one fatality and the arrest of suspect Joseph Grier. Grier forced a bus driver to flee and led police on a high-speed chase through three counties. He reportedly fired a shot that killed one passenger during the pursuit. The victim's identity has not been released, but authorities confirmed they were transported to a hospital where they later died. No other passengers were injured. 
Four Cornell College Instructors Injured in Random Attack during China Partnership
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024Four Cornell College instructors were unexpectedly injured during a visit to Beihua University in China. Two are critically injured and undergoing surgery, while the other two recover. One suspect is in custody, but their status is unknown. The unprovoked attack occurred at a public park during a teaching partnership that began in 2018 between Cornell College and Beihua University. 
Woman Discovered Alive at Nebraska Funeral Home After Being Pronounced Dead
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024A woman, originally pronounced dead at a nursing home and transported to a funeral home for preparation, was discovered alive during the embalming process on Monday. The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is investigating but no criminal intent has been found yet. 
One Dead, 24 Injured in Akron Mass Shooting: Police Search for Suspects
Broke On: Sunday, 02 June 2024A mass shooting in Akron, Ohio on June 2, 2024 left one person dead and 24 others injured. The incident occurred at a birthday party near the intersection of Kelly and 8th avenues. Police believe it was a drive-by shooting involving handguns, with evidence suggesting more than one weapon was used. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing. The shooting followed a large gathering earlier in the evening where over 200 people were present. Mayor Shammas Malik expressed condolences for the victims and their families as the community grapples with another instance of gun violence. 
Pope Francis Recognizes Second Miracle: Carlo Acutis, Millennial Eucharistic Devotee, One Step Away from Sainthood
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024Pope Francis recognized a second miracle attributed to Blessed Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian boy who used his computer skills to catalog Eucharistic miracles and Marian apparitions before his death from leukemia in 2006. The second miracle involved the healing of Costa Rican woman Valeria Valverde after she suffered severe head trauma and her mother prayed at Acutis' tomb in Assisi. Acutis is now displayed in a shrine there, and his sainthood process is expected to move forward with a consistory meeting.