Steve Contorno
Steve Contorno is a reporter covering national politics and the 2024 presidential election for CNN, based in Florida. Latest Steve Contorno is a reporter covering national politics and the 2024 presidential election for CNN, based in Florida. After joining CNN in 2021, he led the network’s coverage of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis across all platforms, from the governor’s rise within the GOP through the end of his unsuccessful presidential campaign. Prior to CNN, Contorno spent eight years at the Tampa Bay Times, eventually becoming the newspaper’s lead political reporter. In that role, he broke national stories about DeSantis' political operation, followed the 2020 presidential campaigns in Florida and authored the paper’s popular weekly state politics newsletter. His coverage of the 2018 Florida governor’s race was recognized as the best political reporting in the Southeast by the Society of Professional Journalists. Outside of reporting on politics, Contorno covered the Pulse Nightclub Shooting in Orlando, the reopening of the Florida Keys after Hurricane Irma and the fight over Tampa’s Confederate monument. Before moving to Florida, Contorno worked in Washington, D.C. as a staff writer for PolitiFact. He previously covered Congress and Virginia politics for the Washington Examiner, Wisconsin politics for the Green Bay Press-Gazette and the Illinois statehouse for the Chicago Sun-Times.
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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:
- Trump angered several anti-abortion leaders this week by refusing to back a federal abortion ban while embracing exceptions that Republicans throughout the country have for years opposed as morally questionable.
- Unaddressed in her social media post Monday, though, was the former president’s support for exceptions for rape and incest in anti-abortion laws – the kind left out of the ban she has defended in her own state.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- Before moving to Florida, Contorno worked in Washington, D.C. as a staff writer for PolitiFact.
- Steve Contorno is a reporter covering national politics and the 2024 presidential election for CNN, based in Florida.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- Many of those in the mix have spent their political careers as unyielding opponents of the procedure and unflinching allies of the anti-abortion movement.
- This issue will ultimately be decided by voters across America
Deceptions
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Recent Articles
Project 2025: Heritage Foundation's Policy Proposals for a Future Republican Administration
Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024Project 2025, a conservative policy proposal compiled by the Heritage Foundation and allies, gained attention for its sweeping recommendations aligning with former President Trump's agenda. The project includes plans on immigration, federal bureaucracies, and various social issues. Over 140 people with ties to both Project 2025 and Trump were identified in its creation. 
Trump Campaign Plans to Overhaul GOP Platform with Clear, Concise Language
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024Donald Trump's campaign is overhauling the Republican Party platform for the upcoming convention, aiming to create a concise document reflecting his political stances and easier for voters to digest. The current platform, criticized for verbosity and special interest influence, will be replaced with clear language focusing on Trump's vision and agenda. 
Trump Rallies Supporters in Philadelphia: A Call for Unity and Change Five Days Before the Debate
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Former President Trump rallies supporters in Philadelphia, promising to bring law and order and prosperity if elected. He criticized the current state of affairs under Biden's leadership and addressed issues such as immigration, crime, vaccine mandates, and critical race theory. Former President Trump Speaks to Conservatives, Holds Rally Ahead of Debate with President Biden
Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024Former President Trump speaks at Faith and Freedom Coalition conference in D.C., expresses support for Ten Commandments legislation before holding a rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Trump focuses on campaigning instead of debate preparation, while Biden and his team prepare for tough questions at Camp David. Silence from Melania: How Trump's Birthday Was Celebrated by Supporters and Detractors Alike
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Former President Trump turned 78 on June 14, 2024. Eric, Ivanka, Don Jr., and other supporters celebrated with birthday wishes. Melania remained silent. Vanessa paid tribute as 'best grandpa'. Giuliani's message was unclear. 
Dr. Fauci's Career Milestones and Recent Controversies: A Factual Account
Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, a 50-year NIH veteran and NIAID director, led groundbreaking HIV research, mRNA technology development, and pandemic flu research. His tenure saw billions invested in mRNA tech that paved the way for COVID-19 vaccines. Amidst political scrutiny during the pandemic, Fauci denied wrongdoing regarding FOIA requests and refuted allegations of downplaying lab-leak theories. Former President Trump Convicted on All 34 Counts: Implications and Reactions
Broke On: Friday, 31 March 2023Former President Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be criminally convicted, on March 31, 2023, in a Manhattan courtroom over hush money allegations. Following the verdict, President Joe Biden condemned Trump's claims of a biased legal system and warned against undermining it. Trump held a rally and faced calls for retribution from allies. The political fallout included concerns about the Republican Party and American democracy, as well as discussions on Trump's past criminal justice stance. 
RNC Fears for Attendee Safety as Milwaukee Protest Zone Remains Near Convention Pathway
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024The RNC has raised security concerns with the Secret Service over potential threats from demonstrators at the July 2023 convention in Milwaukee. Letters detailing these worries, sent to Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, propose a one-block adjustment to protest sites for attendee safety. However, no response has been received from the Secret Service despite contact from GOP officials and security personnel. Protesters may ignore law enforcement orders regarding demonstration areas due to their proximity to the convention venue. 
Biden Campaign Launches Aggressive Strategy Against Trump's Abortion Stance
Broke On: Wednesday, 10 April 2024The Biden campaign launched an aggressive strategy to pin Trump down on his abortion stance and amplify his desire to take credit for overturning Roe v. Wade, believing it will be most mobilizing for voters in November.
