Seema Mehta

Seema Mehta is a seasoned political journalist who has extensively covered various presidential and political campaigns. Her work focuses on the influence of automation and artificial intelligence on politics and policies. As a veteran reporter, she has written about numerous gubernatorial, Senate, congressional, and mayoral races since joining The Times in 1998. She studied as a Knight-Wallace fellow at the University of Michigan to better understand the changing nature of work due to technology. Mehta's background includes covering multiple campaigns and her personal experiences living on the West Coast. Her expertise is evident in her unique insights into political events and their implications.

Biography:  https://www.latimes.com/people/seema-mehta

80%

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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

90%

Examples:

  • Seema Mehta has covered multiple presidential and political campaigns with a focus on automation and artificial intelligence's impact on politics.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • No conflicts of interest identified.

Contradictions

69%

Examples:

  • Reported that Biden raised a record $28 million during a fundraiser in LA but did not mention the price range of tickets.
  • Stated that traffic would be affected by Biden's visit to Los Angeles, while also acknowledging security and road closure reasons for not releasing specific motorcade routes.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • Downplayed the impact of Biden's fundraiser by not emphasizing the high-priced tickets.
  • Mentioned heavy traffic due to the presidential visit without providing full context on the cause.

Recent Articles

Obamas Endorse Kamala Harris for Presidency: A Significant Boost to Her Campaign

Obamas Endorse Kamala Harris for Presidency: A Significant Boost to Her Campaign

Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency, expressing their pride and belief in her qualifications. The Obamas, who first met Harris in 2004, have pledged their full support to help elect her and unite the party.
Joe Biden Raises Up to $28 Million at Star-Studded Los Angeles Fundraiser Amid Protests

Joe Biden Raises Up to $28 Million at Star-Studded Los Angeles Fundraiser Amid Protests

Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024 President Joe Biden attended a high-dollar fundraiser in downtown Los Angeles, organized by Jeffrey Katzenberg, featuring Barack Obama and celebrities George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Jimmy Kimmel. The event could raise up to $28 million for Biden's re-election bid with ticket prices ranging from $250 to $500,000. Protests were planned by Jewish Voice for Peace against US weapons sales to Israel and the ongoing genocide against Palestinians. California Republicans criticized the fundraiser as out of touch with struggling Americans.