Perry Stein
Perry Stein is a journalist who has been with The Washington Post since 2015. She began her career as a breaking-news blogger for Local and has reported on various topics including education, housing issues, marijuana legalization, crime, protests and more. In her four years as a D.C. education reporter, Stein was known for her skeptical, rigorous and humane approach to coverage. She landed scoops holding D.C.'s political and school leaders accountable for their promises and reported extensively on the impact of gun violence on students and the dynamics of gentrification through its schools. Stein also covered the pandemic's impact on D.C.'s plans to reopen schools, highlighting inequities across the District and spotlighting the lockdown's severe toll on young people. In August 2022, she joined National as a Justice Department reporter where she will cover breaking news, deep accountability stories about the actions of the attorney general and other Justice Department officials, as well as illuminating features about the ways those decisions impact people's everyday lives.
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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
86%
Examples:
- Biases found in articles include portraying Trump as a victim or being targeted by corrupt officials, and sensationalist language meant to create an emotional response rather than provide factual information.
Conflicts of Interest
75%
Examples:
- There is a conflict of interest when the author's previous work experience with certain organizations or individuals may influence their reporting on related topics.
Contradictions
90%
Examples:
- Examples of contradictions include statements made by different parties in the courtroom and discrepancies between charges and evidence presented in cases.
Deceptions
82%
Examples:
- Examples of deception include misleading statements and sensationalist language meant to create an emotional response rather than provide factual information.
Recent Articles
Judge Cannon to Address Controversial Appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith in Trump Case
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024Judge Aileen Cannon to hold hearing on legality of Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment in Trump-DOJ case. Trump's team argues Garland lacked Senate approval, while Smith's deputies cite constitutional authority for agency heads to name 'inferior officers'. The outcome could impact the ongoing investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents. 
Judge Denies Gag Orders Against Trump in Classified Documents Case Amid Procedural Disputes
Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024Judge Aileen Cannon denied gag orders requested by federal prosecutors against former President Donald Trump and his team due to lack of proper consultation. The disputes arose from Trump's claims about FBI agents during the search of Mar-a-Lago, with ongoing concerns for law enforcement safety. All parties are entitled to due process. 
Prosecutor and Defense Attorney Clash in Trump Classified Documents Case: Allegations of Threats and Procedural Gamesmanship
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024Former President Donald Trump and associates Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira face charges for mishandling classified documents. Prosecutor David Harbach disputed claims made by Nauta's attorney Stanley Woodward about a threatening meeting with Jay Bratt. Origins of the case date back to June 2022 when Trump's certification of handed-over documents was found false, leading to a search at Mar-a-Lago and discovery of top-secret documents. All three defendants have pleaded not guilty, but debates over evidence handling and allegations of prosecutorial misconduct have delayed the trial. 
Former President Trump's Criminal Trial: The Role of Michael Cohen and the Contested 'People's 35'
Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023Former President Donald Trump stood trial in New York on May 14, 2024, for his involvement in a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. Prosecutors presented evidence that Trump personally approved the $130,000 payment to silence Daniels' claims of an affair. Michael Cohen, Trump's former attorney and key witness, testified about the contents of 'People's 35', which allegedly proves Trump's approval. Despite Cohen's history of lying under oath, prosecutors believe his testimony is crucial for their case against Trump on 34 felony counts. 
Hunter Biden Faces Nine Tax Charges in Federal Court
Broke On: Thursday, 28 March 2024Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, faces nine tax charges in federal court for not paying at least $1.4 million in taxes between 2016 and 2019. President Biden's Handling of Classified Documents Under Scrutiny Amid Mental Health Concerns
Broke On: Saturday, 10 February 2024President Biden is facing criticism from both Democrats and Republicans over his handling of classified documents. A special counsel report released by Robert Hur found that the president had diminished mental faculties, leading to concerns about his ability to handle sensitive information. However, many politicians are defending Biden's memory and insisting that he is sharp mentally.
