Karen Tumulty

Karen Tumulty is an associate editor and columnist for The Washington Post. She covers national politics and has received the Toner Prize for Excellence in Political Reporting. Prior to joining The Post, she worked as a national political correspondent for the newspaper, holding the same title at Time magazine before that. During her more than 15 years at Time, Tumulty wrote or co-wrote over three dozen cover stories and held positions as congressional correspondent and White House correspondent. She has also worked for the Los Angeles Times. As of now, she is a prominent figure in political reporting.

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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

78%

Examples:

  • As of now, the backbone of Biden’s support on Capitol Hill is the Congressional Black Caucus, whose senior members come almost entirely from safe districts. But the letter from Jeffries – who many hope will be the first Black American to hold the speaker’s gavel – throws into question whether even that bulwark might be developing cracks.
  • They trust their own fingertip-feel for their constituents – from the meetings they have with community leaders to their random conversations with people they encounter at Walmart – far more than any poll or Beltway political strategist.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • Given all of this, the best option for Biden now – perhaps his only one – is not to hope the country will begin to recognize his achievements. It is to start drawing a sharper, no-holds-barred contrast with Trump and what it would mean if he is allowed to return to the White House.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Referencing Stormy Daniels, Biden said ‘You might call it ‘stormy weather’ in relation to Trump’s hush-money trial.

Deceptions

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Examples:

  • And toward the end, Biden chastised the media: ‘I’m sincerely not asking you to take sides. I’m asking you to rise up to the seriousness of the moment.’
  • I had a great stretch since the State of the Union. But Donald has had a few tough days lately. You might call it ‘stormy weather.’
  • The 2024 election’s in full swing and yes, age is an issue. I’m a grown man running against a 6-year-old.

Recent Articles

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Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and nominee JD Vance face backlash for their controversial comments about childless women.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries Meets with President Biden Amid Calls for Him to Withdraw from Reelection Race

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Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024 House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) met with President Biden to discuss concerns from House Democrats about his reelection bid, following public calls for him to withdraw. Four House Democrats and one Senator have urged Biden to step aside, but he remains adamant about staying in the race. Jeffries did not reveal specifics from the meeting or share his personal perspective.
Maryland Primary Elections: Angela Alsobrooks Defies Odds Against Rep. David Trone and Larry Hogan Shifts on Abortion Rights

Maryland Primary Elections: Angela Alsobrooks Defies Odds Against Rep. David Trone and Larry Hogan Shifts on Abortion Rights

Broke On: Wednesday, 15 May 2024 In the Maryland primaries, Prince George County Executive Angela D. Alsobrooks upset Rep. David Trone in the Democratic race for Maryland's Senate seat despite his significant financial advantage. In the Republican party, former Governor Larry Hogan surprised many by announcing his support for codifying abortion rights and plans to vote for their enshrinement in Maryland's Constitution, a pivot from his previous stance. Alsobrooks is set to receive national attention and funding as the first Black woman to represent her party in a statewide race.
Biden and Trump Express Readiness for Another Debate Ahead of Election

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Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have expressed their readiness for a rematch in the debating arena before the upcoming election. In separate interviews, both leaders indicated their willingness to engage in a debate, with Biden stating 'I'm happy to debate him' and Trump suggesting venues like the White House or New York. The last debate between these political rivals took place during the 2020 election cycle and was marked by heated exchanges. With new developments on various topics such as inflation, immigration, Israel, Ukraine, and abortion since then, it is crucial for voters to have a clear understanding of where the candidates stand before casting their ballots.
Biden and Trump in the Spotlight: A Tale of Two Trials and Contrasting Agendas

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Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are making headlines for different reasons: Biden is campaigning and promoting policies, while Trump faces a criminal trial in Manhattan for falsifying business records related to hush money. Despite the distractions, Biden has taken a more aggressive approach towards Trump during public appearances. The trials focus on concealing sex scandals and false statements from decades ago.