CNN's Kara
Kara Scannell is a CNN correspondent based in New York, covering law, crime, and business investigations. She joined CNN in 2017 and has previously reported for the Financial Times and the Wall Street Journal. Throughout her career, she has broken stories about tax evasion schemes, cybersecurity breaches, insider trading crackdowns, and high-profile government figures. Kara Scannell is known for her in-depth investigations and strong focus on the US Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- Kara Scannell has a strong focus on law, crime, and business investigations with a special focus on the US Attorney's Office in the Southern District of New York. She has covered several high-profile criminal trials and exposed lapses in oversight by regulatory bodies.
Conflicts of Interest
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- No conflicts of interest were identified.
Contradictions
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- In one article, contradictory information was presented regarding Trump's lawyers attacking Stormy Daniels' credibility and the accusation that she made up the story of having sex with Trump.
Deceptions
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- No deceptive practices were identified.
Recent Articles
Former President Trump Found Guilty of All 34 Hush Money Charges: Implications for the 2024 Presidential Race
Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024Former President Donald Trump was convicted of all 34 charges in his hush money trial, making him the first U.S. president to face criminal convictions. The felony convictions bar him from owning guns, holding public office, and voting in some states. Despite a potential sentence of up to 123 years and allegations of attempting to cover up a $130,000 payment during the 2016 election, Trump maintains innocence. The Republican Party is divided over the verdict as Trump faces sentencing before the party's nomination for the 2024 presidential race. 
Hush Money Trials: Biden and Trump Prepare for Closing Arguments and Potential Verdicts
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024The hush money trials of Donald Trump and Joe Biden's campaigns are nearing their conclusions. The jury in Trump's trial will resume next week for closing arguments, while Biden's team prepares for the upcoming verdict. Both outcomes could significantly impact the political landscape before the November elections. Historic Hush Money Trial: Trump's Defense Rests, Prosecution Relies on Cohen's Testimony
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024In the May 2024 hush money trial, former US President Donald Trump's defense rested without his testimony. Prosecution relied on Michael Cohen's testimony about Trump ordering hush-money payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. The jury will decide if Trump falsified business records to cover it up, potentially leading to prison time. 
Former President Trump's Hush Money Trial: Defense Rests Without Trump's Testimony, Jury Awaits Closing Arguments
Broke On: Tuesday, 21 May 2024A hush money trial for former President Donald Trump concluded on Tuesday with the defense resting their case without Trump testifying. Prosecutors allege Trump falsified business records to conceal a settlement payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 election. The jury is set to hear closing arguments and begin deliberations next week. 
Stormy Daniels' Testimony in Trump Trial: A Combative Cross-Examination and Allegations of Porn Industry Skills
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024Former President Donald J. Trump's trial in New York heats up as Stormy Daniels testifies about a $130,000 payment. During cross-examination, lawyers question Daniels about inconsistencies and her past work in the porn industry. Trump criticizes the judge's decisions and denial of a gag order modification.