Haley Britzky,
Haley Britzky is a Pentagon producer at CNN. She joined the network in November 2022 and tracks daily and long-term developments at the Department of Defense and reports on the Pentagon and military issues for CNN.com as part of the national security team. Prior to joining CNN, she was a US Army reporter at Task & Purpose where she covered military culture, policies, and everyday developments in the Army. Her reporting extensively covered how decisions made by senior leadership impact troops on the ground, military veterans and their families everywhere from Fort Bragg, North Carolina to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Hawaii and beyond. Before Task & Purpose, she worked as a breaking news reporter at Axios. Britzky is a Texan now living and working in Washington D.C. She graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in journalism.
Biography:
https://www.cnn.com/profiles/haley-britzky
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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
90%
Examples:
- Haley Britzky tends to present factual information without any clear slant. However, in the article about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's prostate cancer, there is an instance of selective reporting which could be seen as a subtle attempt to imply a lack of transparency within the administration.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- There are no clear instances of conflict of interest identified in Haley Britzky's articles.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In the article about the missing military helicopter in California, there are contradictions regarding the condition of the helicopter and details about the rescue operation. In another article on strikes against Houthis in Yemen, there are minor inconsistencies with previous reports.
Deceptions
60%
Examples:
- In the article about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's prostate cancer, there is an implication that the administration may have been less than transparent. In another article on strikes against Houthis in Yemen, there are instances of potentially misleading statements.
Recent Articles
At Least 81 Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attacks on Gaza in Past 24 Hours: Health Officials UN-Run Schools Hit, US Aid Pier to Close
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 July 2024At least 81 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza in the past 24 hours, according to health officials. Eight UN-run schools have been hit, and over 500 people seeking shelter there have died since the conflict began nine months ago. Israel plans to replace a US-built pier for delivering aid to Gaza with a dedicated facility at Ashdod port, which will soon close due to operational issues. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced these plans after meeting with US Central Command Gen. Erik Kurilla and discussed setting up a field hospital in Israel for treating Palestinian children unable to leave Gaza for medical care abroad. 
US Pier in Gaza: Overcoming Challenges to Deliver Humanitarian Aid
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024The US pier in Gaza, built to deliver humanitarian aid amid challenges, has faced re-anchoring due to heavy seas and halted distribution due to security concerns. Amid the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza caused by conflict between Israel and Hamas, the DoD and USAID Inspectors General launch reviews for optimizing oversight and efficient aid delivery. President Biden Grants Pardons to Thousands of Former Service Members Convicted under Repealed Military Ban on Gay Sex
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024President Biden granted pardons to thousands of former US service members convicted under the repealed military ban on consensual gay sex, marking a significant step towards justice and equality. The pardons could allow veterans to access benefits they were previously denied due to their discharges. New US Policy Allows Ukraine to Strike Russian Targets: Implications and Controversies
Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024The US has given Ukraine permission to use certain American weapons against Russian targets across the border, leading to a reduction in some attacks but also limiting Ukraine's range. The new policy has sparked frustration from Ukrainian officials and concerns of escalation. Experts argue that allowing Ukraine to strike back is necessary for ensuring its victory or negotiating peace from a position of strength, while others question if the US is doing enough to support its ally against Russian aggression. 
US Navy Vessels Unmoor in Gaza: Two Anchor on Beach, Two Beach in Israel; No Injuries Reported
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Four US Army vessels supporting a humanitarian mission in Gaza became unmoored due to rough seas, resulting in two vessels anchoring on a Gaza beach and two beaching in Israel. No injuries were reported, but a tugboat and LCM washed ashore. The US is working with Israel and the UN to deliver aid amidst worsening conditions in Gaza, where a border crossing has closed, leaving the population facing food insecurity. Biden's order to build temporary piers for aid delivery faces criticism due to high costs and potential ulterior motives. 
Two Mississippi National Guard Soldiers Killed in Helicopter Crash During Training Flight
Broke On: Saturday, 24 February 2024Two Mississippi National Guard soldiers were killed in a helicopter crash during training flight on Friday. The two-seat AH-64 Apache went down near Booneville, Prentiss County. One soldier was assigned to Alpha Company 1-149 Aviation Regiment Unit and the other to Delta Company 2-151 Lakota Medical Evacuation Unit. US Marine Helicopter Goes Missing in Southern California Mountains During Training Exercises
Broke On: Thursday, 08 February 2024A US Marine helicopter went missing in the Southern California mountains on February 8th during unit-level training exercises. The CH-53E Super Stallion was flying from Creech Air Force Base to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar when it disappeared. Civilian authorities searched for the aircraft and found it near Pine Valley, about 45 miles (72 kilometers) drive from San Diego. Rescuers are battling heavy snow to reach the helicopter. 
US Military Launches Fourth Strike Against Houthi-Controlled Sites in Yemen in Four Days
Broke On: Thursday, 18 January 2024The US military has launched another barrage of missiles against Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen, marking the fourth time in days it has directly targeted the group. Despite sanctions on Houthis that are meant to sever violent extremist groups from their sources of financing, the group is continuing its harassment campaign of commercial and military ships. The latest incident occurred Wednesday when a one-way attack drone was launched from a Houthi-controlled area in Yemen and struck the Marshall Islands-flagged, U.S.-owned and -operated M/V Genco Picardy in the Gulf of Aden. 
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Hospitalization for Prostate Cancer Sparks Debate on Implications and Information Withheld
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization for prostate cancer has sparked a debate about the implications of this event. Some are questioning whether or not he should have been allowed to continue in his role while undergoing medical treatment, and there are concerns about how much information was withheld from the public and Congress regarding his condition.
