Shania Shelton

Shania Shelton Associate Writer, CNN Politics Shania Shelton is an associate campaign writer covering election and breaking news for CNN Politics. Latest Shania Shelton is an associate campaign writer covering election and breaking news for CNN Politics. Prior to her role, she was an associate producer, where she produced and wrote for the campaign and newsletter teams, while working across teams to enhance the 2022 midterm coverage for digital audiences. Shelton started with CNN in 2020 as an intern, first with the global digital programming team and then with CNN Politics. She continued her career in Washington D.C. as a news associate in 2021. Shelton is an Atlanta native and graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in Journalism and Political Science.

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79%

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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

85%

Examples:

  • In New York, Trump has repeatedly attacked District Attorney Alvin Bragg's case and those involved with it ahead of what would be the first criminal trial of a former president.
  • The author uses sensationalist language such as 'harshly criticized' which is an exaggeration.
  • Trump has also faced threats, as has his daughter.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The use of court-imposed gag orders against him have become more widespread in recent months as the former president heads toward criminal trials and because of the history of documented threats his public attacks have inspired. In New York, Trump has repeatedly attacked District Attorney Alvin Bragg's case and those involved with it ahead of what would be the first criminal trial of a former president.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

  • In New York, Trump has repeatedly attacked District Attorney Alvin Bragg's case and those involved with it ahead of what would be the first criminal trial of a former president.
  • Trump has also faced threats, as has his daughter.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • As part of a strategy by Brown allies to draw what they see as the most favorable general election matchup, Senate Democrats ran ads highlighting Moreno leading up to the Republican primary, suggesting they view him as the weakest candidate against Brown.
  • The author uses sensationalist language such as 'harshly criticized' which is an exaggeration.

Recent Articles

Senate Passes Two Bills to Enhance Children's Online Privacy and Safety

Senate Passes Two Bills to Enhance Children's Online Privacy and Safety

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 In a rare bipartisan vote on July 30, 2024, the US Senate passed two bills aimed at enhancing online safety for minors: Coppa 2.0 and the Kids Online Safety Act. These bills regulate targeted advertising, data collection without consent, and provide parents with tools to supervise their children's use of social media platforms. The bills also require platforms to respond to reports of harm caused to minors.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's Upside-Down American Flag: A Distress Signal or Ethical Concern?

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's Upside-Down American Flag: A Distress Signal or Ethical Concern?

Broke On: Friday, 24 May 2024 Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito and his wife, Martha-Ann Alito, faced controversy in January 2021 for flying an upside-down American flag at their home amid heightened tensions. The display was interpreted by some as a far-right symbol used by Trump supporters. Democratic senators have requested a meeting with Chief Justice Roberts to discuss the incident and other ethical concerns related to Alito's involvement in cases related to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol or Trump's election interference charges.
Former President Donald Trump Faces Trial in Courtroom of Judge Tanya Chutkan as Use of Gag Orders Against Him Increases

Former President Donald Trump Faces Trial in Courtroom of Judge Tanya Chutkan as Use of Gag Orders Against Him Increases

Broke On: Saturday, 30 March 2024 Former President Donald Trump is facing a trial in the courtroom of Judge Tanya Chutkan, one of Walton's colleagues in the DC District Court. The use of court-imposed gag orders against him has become more widespread as he heads toward criminal trials. Reggie Walton criticized Trump for his attacks on Juan Merchan and called them disconcerting.
Bernie Moreno Wins Ohio Senate Primary with Donald Trump's Endorsement, Setting Up Potentially Decisive Race Against Sherrod Brown

Bernie Moreno Wins Ohio Senate Primary with Donald Trump's Endorsement, Setting Up Potentially Decisive Race Against Sherrod Brown

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Former President Donald Trump's endorsement power was on full display in the Ohio Senate race, as Bernie Moreno won a close primary against two other candidates with his help. The victory sets up a potentially decisive race for control of the Senate between Moreno and vulnerable Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown this fall.