Rosa Flores,
Rosa Flores Correspondent Rosa Flores is an award-winning CNN correspondent based in Houston, covering domestic news across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and international news for the network's worldwide platforms. Latest Flores has led CNN's immigration coverage at the U.S./Mexico border with a focus on humanitarian reporting which was recognized by InStyle Magazine’s list of 50 badass women. She has extensively covered mass shootings, including the one in Uvalde, Texas and the tragic collapse of a condo building in Surfiside, Florida. Flores also contributed to CNN's coronavirus pandemic coverage with an emphasis on holding Governor Ron DeSantis accountable for his lockdown policies and vaccine rollout.
61%
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
80%
Examples:
- The article contains examples of monetary bias. The author mentions that new fencing and layers of razor wire have been installed, which implies a significant investment in border security.
- The author uses language that dehumanizes migrants by referring to them as 'illegal crossings' and 'criminal activity'. They also use the phrase 'Texas is the only state using every strategy...to protect its sovereignty, combat criminal activity, discourage illegal immigration', which implies other states are not doing enough. The author uses religious language by referring to Texas as a state with strong Christian values.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The author uses religious language by referring to Texas as a state with strong Christian values and saying that it will continue to hold the line in Shelby Park 'to deter and prevent unlawful entry into the State of Texas'. This is an example of using religion for political gain.
- There are no major conflicts of interest found in the article.
Contradictions
100%
Examples:
- The article portrays Texas' use of state-erected barriers and razor wire as an effective deterrent against illegal crossings when there is no scientific evidence supporting this claim. This is deceptive because it presents a false narrative without providing any evidence to support it.
- There are no major contradictions found in the article.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- The article portrays Texas' use of state-erected barriers and razor wire as an effective deterrent against illegal crossings when there is no scientific evidence supporting this claim. This is deceptive because it presents a false narrative without providing any evidence to support it.
- There are no major deceptions found in the article.
Recent Articles
Four Suspects Charged with Murder and Kidnapping in Shocking Disappearance of Two Women Linked to Anti-Government Group
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024Four members of an anti-government religious group, God's Misfits, have been arrested and charged with the first-degree murder and kidnapping of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley. Tifany Adams, Tad Cullum, Cora Twombly, and Cole Twombly are accused of conspiring in their deaths. Adams admitted responsibility during an interview following their disappearance on March 30. The women's bodies were found buried on land leased by one of the suspects. 
Two Mothers Go Missing in Hugoton, KS: Suspects Linked to Anti-Government Group Arrested for Alleged Kidnapping and Murder
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024Two mothers from Hugoton, Kansas, Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley, were abducted and killed by four members of an anti-government group called 'God's Misfits'. The suspects used stun guns and pre-paid phones to carry out the crime. The bodies of the victims were found in Oklahoma, where the suspects are currently in jail facing multiple charges. 
The Tragic Disappearance of Audrii Cunningham: What We Know So Far
Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024On February 19th, Audrii Cunningham, an 11-year-old girl from Livingston, Texas went missing on her way to school. A small backpack that likely belonged to a child was found near the Lake Livingston Dam. The suspect in Audrii's death and disappearance is Don Steven McDougal, a family friend who was entrusted with dropping her at the school bus stop. The Tragic Disappearance of Audrii Cunningham: What We Know So Far
Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024On February 19th, Audrii Cunningham, an 11-year-old girl from Livingston, Texas went missing on her way to school. A small backpack that likely belonged to a child was found near the Lake Livingston Dam. The suspect in Audrii's death and disappearance is Don Steven McDougal, a family friend who was entrusted with dropping her at the school bus stop. Capital Murder Charges for Missing Girl's Father: Audrii Cunningham Found Dead in Trinity River
Broke On: Thursday, 15 February 2024On February 21, 2024, Audrii Cunningham's body was found in the Trinity River near US Highway 59. The girl had gone missing on Thursday morning and an Amber Alert was issued for her later that day. Authorities are preparing to charge Don Steven McDougal with capital murder after he has been arrested on unrelated charges of aggravated assault. 
Three Drowning Deaths at U.S.-Mexico Border Highlight Tensions Between Texas and Federal Government Over Jurisdiction
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024A surge in illegal border crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border has resulted in a standoff between Texas and the federal government over jurisdiction and how to address the crisis, including three drowning deaths of migrants near Shelby Park boat ramp on Friday night. 
The Migrant Crisis: A Battle Between States and Federal Officials for Border Security
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024The 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.