Kaia Hubbard
Kaia Hubbard is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Before coming to CBS News, Kaia worked as a staff writer for U.S. News & World Report, where she wrote about politics with a focus on Congress and covered courts and reproductive rights. She also previously led the student newspaper as editor-in-chief at the University of San Diego. Kaia Hubbard has shown a slight bias towards Democrats in her reporting, using language that dehumanizes and demonizes their opponents. She has also contradicted herself in her reporting, such as by stating that Steve Garvey has a chance to defeat Adam Schiff and Katie Porter but not mentioning any Republican candidate who could potentially beat them. Additionally, she has made false claims about the presidential nominating schedule. Despite these issues, Kaia Hubbard does not show any significant conflicts of interest in her reporting. However, she has been deceptive in her reporting by implying that Trump is mocking military members and claiming that mental competency tests are necessary for presidential candidates without providing any evidence to support these claims.
Biography:
https://www.cbsnews.com/team/kaia-hubbard/
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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 only quotes from one source which is not representative of all viewpoints on this topic.
- The author shows a slight bias towards Democrats in her reporting.
- The author uses language that dehumanizes and demonizes Schiff's opponents.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The author does not show any significant conflicts of interest in her reporting.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The author contradicts herself by stating that Steve Garvey has a chance to defeat Adam Schiff and Katie Porter but does not mention any Republican candidate who could potentially beat them.
- The author falsely claims that Michigan marks one of the earliest primaries in the presidential nominating schedule.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- The author claims that mental competency tests are necessary for presidential candidates without providing any evidence to support this claim.
- The author implies that Trump is mocking military members when he questioned their whereabouts at a rally, which is not true as there was no context provided in the article for what Trump said.
Recent Articles
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Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced on 'Face the Nation' that he will not challenge President Joe Biden for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2024, expressing confidence in Biden's ability to lead despite concerns over his performance at a recent debate. A CBS News poll indicated a decline in voters believing Biden has the cognitive ability to serve as president. 
New House Intelligence Committee Members Perry and Jackson Spark Controversy: FBI Investigation, Allegations of Misconduct, and National Security Concerns
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024Two controversial new members, Reps. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania and Ronny Jackson of Texas, have been appointed to the House Intelligence Committee by Speaker Mike Johnson. Perry, under federal investigation for his role in election interference efforts, and Jackson, demoted from Navy Admiral due to alcohol-related misconduct allegations, have raised bipartisan concerns over their fitness for the committee's responsibilities. Their appointments could undermine the committee's efforts to rebuild its bipartisan reputation and effectively carry out national security duties. 
Senate Democrats Introduce Right to IVF Act: A Comprehensive Approach to Protecting Access to Fertility Treatment
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Two recent legislative efforts have emerged in the US regarding In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) access. Senate Democrats introduced the Right to IVF Act, which includes four bills preserving access to IVF by prohibiting state restrictions, mandating insurance coverage, protecting providers from liability, and ensuring military access. Republicans attempted to pass the more limited IVF Protection Act through unanimous consent after an Alabama ruling raised questions about frozen embryos. However, Democrats blocked its passage. Senate Democrats Introduce Right to IVF Act: A Comprehensive Approach to Protecting Access to Fertility Treatment
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Israeli Security Forces Rescue Four Hostages in Gaza, Amidst Deadly Operation and Continued Conflict with Hamas
Broke On: Monday, 10 June 2024Israeli security forces, with US support, rescued four Israeli hostages from Hamas in a daring helicopter raid over the weekend of June 9, 2024. The operation resulted in numerous Palestinian casualties, with reports of at least 274 deaths and hundreds of injuries according to Gaza's health ministry. Israel disputes these numbers and estimates under 100 casualties. Hamas continues to use hostages as bargaining chips, making it difficult for Israeli intelligence units to locate them all. 
Former President Trump Makes Surprise Appearance at UFC Match Amid TikTok Controversy after New York Conviction
Broke On: Saturday, 01 June 2024Former President Trump made a surprise appearance at a UFC match in New Jersey two days after his felony conviction, greeted by cheers and a new TikTok account that gained 2 million followers. Despite past efforts to ban TikTok due to its Chinese parent company, Trump argued against it and attended the event with CEO Dana White. 
Senate to Vote Again on Bipartisan Border Bill Amid Political Tensions and Opposition
Broke On: Monday, 20 May 2024Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer attempts to pass a bipartisan border bill this week, despite previous failure and opposition from both sides. The vote aims to address immigration and border security, but faces resistance. Biden urges support for legislation to secure the border. 
Adam Schiff vs Steve Garvey: A Battle for California's Senate Seat
Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024California's Senate race is heating up as Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey advance to the general election. While Schiff focuses on his role as a Trump antagonist, Garvey tries to straddle the line between supporting Trump and distancing himself from him. 
California Senate Race: Adam Schiff vs. Steve Garvey in March 5th Primary Election
Broke On: Tuesday, 05 March 2024California is holding a primary election on March 5th, and the race for Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat has attracted many candidates. The top two vote-getters in California's jungle primary will advance to the November general election. Adam Schiff is considered the front-runner throughout the campaign, but a recent poll had former professional baseball star Steve Garvey in a statistical tie for first place. 
2024 Presidential Race: Michigan Primary Determines GOP Nominee on March 8th
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