John Fritze,
John Fritze is a reporter covering the Supreme Court for CNN. John Fritze is a reporter covering the Supreme Court for CNN. Most recently, Fritze covered the nation's highest court at USA TODAY where he produced in-depth reporting on the court's shift to the right and the overturning of Roe v. Wade in addition to covering the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Prior to that, he spent three years covering the White House, breaking stories on former President Donald Trump's response to the pandemic and the administration's approach to the nation's opioid crisis. Before he joined USA TODAY, Fritze worked as a Washington correspondent for The Baltimore Sun, covering all three branches of government. He previously covered city hall for The Sun and The Indianapolis Star. He started his journalism career on the features desk at the Albany Times Union in New York. An Albany native, Fritze graduated from the University at Albany with a degree in political science and Columbia University with a degree in journalism. He will be based in Washington, D.C.
Biography:
https://www.cnn.com/profiles/john-fritze
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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
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Examples:
- The author has a clear bias towards reporting the truth and holding those in power accountable. They have covered multiple branches of government and have been known to break important stories on the Supreme Court's rightward shift and the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
- The author has also reported on former President Donald Trump's response to the pandemic and the administration's approach to the nation's opioid crisis.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- The author has also reported on conflicts of interest within the payday lending industry and their influence on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
- The author has covered multiple branches of government and has been known to report on conflicts of interest and corruption within those branches. They have reported on conflicts of interest involving Supreme Court justices, such as Justice Clarence Thomas reporting a trip to Bali paid for by a conservative donor, and Justice Neil Gorsuch teaching at a national security program hosted in Portugal by George Mason University's law school.
Contradictions
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- In several articles, the author has pointed out contradictions in government actions and policies, such as the Supreme Court narrowing a law that could have added years onto the sentences of hundreds of defendants, and the ruling on a social media disinformation case where the plaintiffs pointed to the decision by social media companies to suppress coverage of Hunter Biden's laptop as evidence of unconstitutional government influence.
- The author has also reported on contradictions within Supreme Court cases involving abortion rights and gun control.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- In some articles, the author has pointed out deceptive practices by those in power or involved in legal cases. They have reported on deceptions involving the Supreme Court's handling of abortion rights cases and the Biden administration's attempts to enforce a federal rule regarding firearms sales online and at gun shows.
- The author has also reported on deceptive practices within the payday lending industry and their influence on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Recent Articles
Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential Immunity: Trump's Criminal Cases and the Battle for Official Acts Recognition
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024The Supreme Court has ruled that presidents, including Donald Trump, have immunity from prosecution for their core constitutional powers. However, this immunity does not extend to private conduct or official acts under narrow circumstances. Trump's criminal hush money case in New York has been delayed due to the ruling, and he intends to argue for a dismissal based on executive privilege. The Supreme Court is currently examining which of Trump's alleged acts fall under exclusive presidential authority and are therefore immune from prosecution. 
Supreme Court Narrows Scope of Law Used to Prosecute Capitol Rioters, Including Former Officer Joseph Fischer
Broke On: Wednesday, 06 January 2021The Supreme Court narrowed the scope of a law used to prosecute individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot, affecting approximately 249 cases. The ruling determined that the Sarbanes-Oxley Act only applies to limited circumstances involving evidence tampering and not broader situations. Former police officer Joseph Fischer's obstruction charge was sent back for further proceedings. 
Supreme Court Rejects Opioid Settlement Protecting Sackler Family from Future Lawsuits
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024The Supreme Court has blocked a multibillion-dollar opioid crisis settlement that would have granted immunity to the Sackler family, potentially disrupting Purdue Pharma's reorganization plan. The court ruled bankruptcy judges lack authority to arrange mass settlements with non-debtors without their consent. Supreme Court Halts EPA's 'Good Neighbor' Plan to Limit Downwind Pollution: A Legal Battle Continues
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024The Supreme Court has put the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 'good neighbor' plan to limit downwind pollution on hold, dealing a blow to Biden administration efforts to address air quality issues. The ruling comes after three states and industry groups challenged the federal plan in court. The EPA argued that blocking the national rule would delay pollution control efforts, but opponents claim it goes against Congress' directive. The decision represents a major setback for environmental regulators and President Joe Biden's climate agenda. 
Supreme Court Allows Emergency Abortions in Idaho: Draft Opinions Suggest Majority Believes Hospitals Must Comply with EMTALA
Broke On: Thursday, 27 June 2024The Supreme Court is set to allow emergency abortions in Idaho despite the state's near-total ban, according to draft opinions. A majority of justices believe hospitals are required to administer abortions under federal law in emergency situations. 
Supreme Court Accidentally Reveals 6-3 Vote for Temporary Idaho Abortion Allowance: Implications and Ongoing Legal Battles
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024The Supreme Court accidentally revealed a 6-3 vote to allow temporary emergency abortions in Idaho, amidst ongoing legal battles over the state's strict abortion law. The document breached protocol and raised questions about transparency and decision-making processes within the court. Idaho doctors have been unable to provide stabilizing treatment due to the law, leading them to airlift patients out of state for care. A lawsuit against Governor Brad Little is ongoing, with implications for reproductive rights nationwide. 
Supreme Court Rules on Biden Administration's Social Media Censorship Cases: Plaintiffs Lack Standing
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024The Supreme Court ruled against state attorneys general in Murthy v. Missouri and Alito v. Biden cases, determining they lacked standing to challenge the Biden administration's communications with social media companies over alleged censorship of certain topics. 
Supreme Court Upholds Controversial Tax Provision: Section 965 and Its Implications on Individual Rights and Tax System Integrity
Broke On: Thursday, 20 June 2024The Supreme Court upheld Section 965 of the 2017 tax package, imposing a one-time tax on offshore earnings. The decision was met with mixed reactions, with some viewing it as maintaining fiscal responsibility and others as an attack on property rights. The provision, part of larger corporate tax cuts, raised questions about Congress' powers and potential implications for wealth taxes and income inequality. 
Supreme Court Upholds Access to Mifepristone for Medication Abortions: A Significant Win for Women's Reproductive Rights Amidst Economic and Political Concerns
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024The Supreme Court unanimously upheld FDA guidelines on mifepristone, allowing women to access medication abortions without in-person doctor appointments. This decision comes as voters prioritize economic concerns and threats to democracy in the 2024 election. The economy remains a significant issue, with inflation, government spending, and job outsourcing among top concerns. Threats to democracy have also risen as a priority for voters. A SurveyMonkey poll found that only 35% of U.S. adults believe public-opinion surveys are extremely or very accurate and trustworthy. 
Supreme Court Strikes Down Federal Ban on Bump Stocks: A Victory for Gun Rights Advocates and a Controversial Decision
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024The Supreme Court overturned the federal ban on bump stocks, ruling that they do not convert semiautomatic rifles into machine guns. The decision came in response to challenges from gun rights advocates and gun shop owners who argued the ban exceeded ATF's authority.