Shania Shelton,

Shania Shelton is an associate campaign writer for CNN Politics, covering election and breaking news. She previously worked as an associate producer and news associate in Washington D.C., and began her career at CNN as an intern in 2020. Shelton graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in Journalism and Political Science.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/shania-shelton

83%

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

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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:

  • Articles often contain inflammatory language and misleading headlines that could be interpreted as biased.
  • The author has a high tendency to present both sides of an argument without clear indication of personal opinion.

Conflicts of Interest

93%

Examples:

  • The author has not disclosed any potential conflicts of interest in their reporting.

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • In the article

Deceptions

71%

Examples:

  • The author occasionally uses misleading headlines and language to manipulate readers' understanding of the situation.
  • There are instances where the author has misrepresented facts or omitted important context.

Recent Articles

Obama and Michelle Endorse Kamala Harris for 2024 Presidency, Boosting Her Campaign

Obama and Michelle Endorse Kamala Harris for 2024 Presidency, Boosting Her Campaign

Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 Former President Barack Obama and Michelle endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential race in private conversations, praising her vision, character, and strength. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago resort, where Trump expressed support for his Supreme Court appointments and controversial abortion views. The Obamas' endorsement marks a significant boost for Harris' campaign as she seeks to become the first female president.
George Clooney and House Democrats Urge Joe Biden to Consider Dropping Out of 2024 Presidential Race

George Clooney and House Democrats Urge Joe Biden to Consider Dropping Out of 2024 Presidential Race

Broke On: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 George Clooney and several House Democrats have urged President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race following his disappointing debate performance against Donald Trump. The growing dissent within the Democratic Party comes as time is running short for Biden to make a decision about his re-election bid.
Asheville Residents Divided: Biden's Debate Performance Sparks Controversy

Asheville Residents Divided: Biden's Debate Performance Sparks Controversy

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 June 28, 2024 - The first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden left voters in Asheville divided. While some praised Biden's rebuttals and believed he was the better choice, others criticized his performance as a 'disaster' or 'trainwreck'. Despite these criticisms, Biden plans to continue his campaign. According to polling data, Trump slightly outperformed expectations while Biden underperformed.
Supreme Court Narrows Scope of Obstruction Charge in Jan. 6 Capitol Case, Potentially Affecting Hundreds of Defendants

Supreme Court Narrows Scope of Obstruction Charge in Jan. 6 Capitol Case, Potentially Affecting Hundreds of Defendants

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Supreme Court narrowed the interpretation of Section 1512(c)(2) of Title 18 of the US Code in a ruling that could impact over 300 Jan. 6 defendants and two charges against former President Trump. The decision, which was met with dissent, focuses on obstructing an official proceeding to apply only to evidence tampering.
New Hampshire Primary: Unaffiliated Voters Pose Threat to Trump's Win

New Hampshire Primary: Unaffiliated Voters Pose Threat to Trump's Win

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 January 2024 The New Hampshire primary is a crucial moment for the Republican Party, with unaffiliated voters posing a serious risk to Donald Trump's chances of winning. While Haley has climbed in the polls and currently sits at 35%, she still trails Trump by 10.6 points among Republicans.
Iowa Caucus 2024: GOP Campaigns Scramble to Prepare for Extreme Cold on Caucus Night

Iowa Caucus 2024: GOP Campaigns Scramble to Prepare for Extreme Cold on Caucus Night

Broke On: Monday, 15 January 2024 The 2024 Republican presidential contenders are concerned about the dangerously frigid weather that Iowans will face on caucus day, which could negatively impact turnout. GOP campaigns are scrambling to ensure their ground game strategy can withstand extreme cold and expectations for success in Iowa.