LEFT BIAS
These media sources are moderate to strongly biased toward liberal causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information that may damage liberal causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Left Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate Status Coup News as Left in bias due to its progressive editorial stance and focus on issues like corporate accountability, environmental justice, and workers’ rights. Their factual reporting is rated as mostly factual, as while they provide valuable on-the-ground reporting, some content may lack balance and present issues from a singular perspective.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.8)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (4.2)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website – Video
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Status Coup News is an independent progressive media outlet founded by investigative journalist Jordan Chariton. According to their About Us page, the organization focuses on “investigative and in-field reporting,” aiming to “give the microphone back to the people.” The team includes reporters such as Ashley Bishop, Tina-Desiree Berg, and Jon Farina, who have covered events like the Flint water crisis, the UAW strike, and the January 6 Capitol attack.
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Funded by / Ownership
Status Coup is entirely funded by its audience through memberships, donations, and merchandise sales. They emphasize independence from corporate interests, stating on their About Us page: “We take $0 from corporate interests, millionaires or billionaires etc.” Supporters can contribute via their Donate page, join as members through the Join page, or purchase merchandise from their online store.
Analysis / Bias
Status Coup exhibits a Left bias, focusing on progressive issues and often criticizing both Republican and Democratic establishments. Their reporting includes coverage of worker exploitation, environmental crises, and political corruption. For instance, their Substack article discusses alleged insider trading by Donald Trump and ICE raids, reflecting their critical stance on the Trump administration.
The organization also produces video content, such as their YouTube video covering the UAW strike, and another video that critiques establishment Democrats. Their merchandise, available on their online store, includes items with slogans like “Fossil F*ckers” and “United Corporations of America,” indicating their anti-corporate stance.
While their commitment to on-the-ground reporting is commendable, some of their content may lack balance, often presenting issues from a singular progressive perspective.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Status Coup News as Left in bias due to its progressive editorial stance and focus on issues like corporate accountability, environmental justice, and workers’ rights. Their factual reporting is rated as mostly factual, as while they provide valuable on-the-ground reporting, some content may lack balance and present issues from a singular perspective. (D. Van Zandt 05/10/2025)
Source: https://statuscoup.com/
Last Updated on May 10, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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