Peter Baker,

Peter Baker is a White House correspondent for The New York Times. He covers President Biden and his administration and has been reporting on the White House since 1996, covering five presidents including Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and now Joe Biden. Baker joined The Times in 2008 after 20 years at The Washington Post and has covered elections, economic crises, foreign policy decisions, natural disasters and legislative battles. He has written seven books including 'The Divider: Trump in the White House'. Maintaining journalistic independence is important for Baker who does not belong to a political party or any other organization that advocates on issues he covers. He does not give political contributions or participate in political events, and even chooses not to vote.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/peter-baker

86%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
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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:

  • He frequently reports on warnings from Democratic leaders about potential electoral defeat and portrays these as causing frustration for President Biden.
  • The author has shown a clear bias towards reporting on the internal workings and conflicts of the Democratic Party.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author is a chief White House correspondent for The New York Times, covering President Biden and his administration. This position gives him access to information that may not be available to the general public and could potentially create conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

80%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author reports that intelligence about a potential Iranian plot to assassinate Trump was new but consistent with previous threat information. In another article, he reports that US officials have received increasing intelligence about Iran's active planning to assassinate Trump.
  • The author also contradicts himself in reporting on Biden's response to strikes on humanitarian workers in Israel-Gaza conflict, stating that the president emphasized the unacceptability of such strikes but later reporting that he made clear the need for Israel to address civilian harm and humanitarian suffering.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • He also reports on warnings from Democratic leaders about potential electoral defeat as if they are objective facts, rather than biased opinions.
  • The author uses language such as 'friction between the sitting president and leaders of his own party' and 'unacceptable strikes on humanitarian workers' to create a sense of urgency and importance without providing sufficient context or evidence.

Recent Articles

Democratic Lawmakers Urge Biden to Consider Exit from Re-election Race Amid Pressure from Within Party

Democratic Lawmakers Urge Biden to Consider Exit from Re-election Race Amid Pressure from Within Party

Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Democratic lawmakers, including Reps. Jim Hines, Adam Smith, Lloyd Doggett, Eric Sorensen, Pat Ryan, Hillary Scholten, and Mike Levin, as well as Senators Sherrod Brown and Elizabeth Warren call for President Joe Biden to step down from his re-election bid due to concerns about his age and performance. Vice President Kamala Harris is suggested as a potential replacement. Biden faces pressure from both within the Democratic Party and Republicans.
Iranian Plot to Assassinate Trump: Recent Intelligence and Heightened Security Measures at Pennsylvania Rally

Iranian Plot to Assassinate Trump: Recent Intelligence and Heightened Security Measures at Pennsylvania Rally

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 US intelligence uncovered a plot by Iran to assassinate former President Trump, leading to heightened security at his Pennsylvania rally. A local man attempted to shoot Trump during the event, but there's no evidence linking him or the shooting to the Iranian threat.
US-Led Aid Operation to Gaza: Pier Construction Underway Amidst Militant Attacks and Hostage Crisis

US-Led Aid Operation to Gaza: Pier Construction Underway Amidst Militant Attacks and Hostage Crisis

Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 On April 25, 2024, Gaza militants attacked Israeli forces during a US-led maritime aid project for Gaza. Despite challenges including militant attacks and potential conflicts with UN plans, efforts to expand humanitarian aid continue. Approximately 1,000 US military personnel are involved in the operation to build a pier and causeway offshore, with Cyprus facilitating aid transportation. World leaders call on Hamas to release hostages seized during October 7 terrorist attack, with over 130 remaining in Gaza. Israel may reassess its operation if a hostages-for-truce agreement is offered.
Biden Urges Israel to Address Humanitarian Concerns in Gaza Conflict

Biden Urges Israel to Address Humanitarian Concerns in Gaza Conflict

Broke On: Thursday, 04 April 2024 President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. He emphasized that strikes on humanitarian workers are unacceptable, and future US support for Israel will depend on its ability to address these concerns by taking concrete steps to protect civilians and aid workers.