Elizabeth Heckman

Elizabeth Heckman is a production assistant for Fox News Digital on the Flash team. She predominately covers stories on border security and politics. Elizabeth joined Fox News in 2021 after working in Texas politics and graduated from the University of Houston in 2020 with a B.S. in Biochemistry. Send tips to Elizabeth on Twitter @ElizabethHeckm9 or by email at Elizabeth.Heckman@FOX.com.

Biography:  https://www.foxnews.com/person/h/elizabeth-heckman

72%

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

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

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:

  • Elizabeth Heckman has a slight bias towards the Republican party and their stance on border security and immigration enforcement.
  • She tends to present information that supports the idea of securing the border and criticizes Democratic policies on immigration.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • There is no clear evidence of conflicts of interest in Heckman's reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In one article, Heckman contradicts herself by stating that Texas has not been enforcing immigration laws while also mentioning the installation of a razor wire fence along its southern border with Mexico.
  • She also presents conflicting information about who is interested in securing the border, implying it's only Republicans when both Democrats and Republicans have been fighting for immigration enforcement.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Heckman uses misleading statements to imply that only Republicans are interested in securing the border when both Democrats and Republicans have been fighting for immigration enforcement.
  • She also presents information that is not entirely accurate, suggesting Texas has not been enforcing immigration laws while citing the installation of a razor wire fence along its southern border with Mexico.

Recent Articles

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Former President Trump to Hold Rally in South Bronx, Sparking Mixed Reactions

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 Former President Donald Trump to hold rally in South Bronx, NY on Thursday, focusing on economy, crime and immigration. Area's predominantly Hispanic and Black population reacts with mixed feelings. Democrats plan counter-demonstration while Bodega Association and National Supermarket Association support event.
Take Our Border Back: A Showdown Between State and Federal Authorities Over Illegal Immigration

Take Our Border Back: A Showdown Between State and Federal Authorities Over Illegal Immigration

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 The ongoing standoff between Texas state authorities and federal authorities over border security has become a flashpoint in the dispute between the White House and Texas Governor Greg Abbott over federal and state powers to deal with illegal immigration. The Take Our Border Back convoy plans events near Eagle Pass, Yuma, Arizona on Saturday, San Ysidro California also on Saturday.
The Migrant Crisis: A Battle Between States and Federal Officials for Border Security

The Migrant Crisis: A Battle Between States and Federal Officials for Border Security

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 The migrant crisis persists at the US-Mexico border and beyond, with tensions between Texas and federal officials remaining high. Senator Hawley introduced a bill to reduce DHS funding for liberal propaganda, while the Supreme Court sided with the federal government in securing its southern border. This decision could have long-term implications on securing the border that benefits both states and immigrants.