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 Kuo as Left Biased for its consistent progressive and anti-Trump editorial framing. It earns a Mostly Factual rating due to reliance on credible sources and clear transparency, but limited balance and highly emotive political commentary.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.5)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (3.7)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Status Kuo was founded by attorney and writer Jay Kuo in November 2020 following the U.S. presidential election. Initially launched on Facebook to combat election misinformation, it expanded into a daily Substack newsletter offering political and legal analysis. Kuo holds an A.B. in Political Science from Stanford University and a J.D. from UC Berkeley, and has served as a board member of the Human Rights Campaign. His commentary centers on defending democratic institutions, civil liberties, and the rule of law.
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Funded by / Ownership
The newsletter is independently owned and operated by Jay Kuo. Like most Substack publications, Status Kuo generates revenue primarily through reader subscriptions and voluntary paid memberships. No corporate or institutional funding is disclosed, and the publication maintains editorial independence.
Analysis / Bias
Status Kuo delivers progressive political commentary emphasizing democratic stability and constitutional governance while sharply criticizing conservative and populist movements. In Meet the Fascists: First Up, Greg Bovino, Kuo describes Trump-era border officials as “fascist” and “Christian nationalist,” combining verifiable reporting from The Atlantic and Politico with highly charged language. Similarly, The Hunger Games accuses the Trump administration and GOP of “weaponizing hunger” during the government shutdown, citing Politico, CNN, and Axios while layering strong moral condemnation.
In Election 2025: Where Things Stand, Kuo provides a detailed analysis of state-level races in California, New Jersey, and Virginia, openly supporting Democratic candidates and calling for financial contributions to campaigns. His writing frequently uses activist framing, urging civic engagement and donations while portraying Trump’s administration as authoritarian and anti-democratic.
While his articles reference legitimate sources, Kuo’s rhetoric often crosses from analysis into opinion journalism. The emotional tone—terms such as “fascist MAGA hellscape” and “sado-populist party”—reflects a firmly progressive and anti-Trump worldview rather than neutral reporting. His use of mainstream media citations adds credibility, but his interpretation and tone reduce balance.
Failed Fact Checks
- No failed fact checks found from credible fact-checking organizations. The reporting draws from reputable outlets but presents facts through a strong partisan narrative.
Overall, we rate Status Kuo as Left Biased for its consistent progressive and anti-Trump editorial framing. It earns a Mostly Factual rating due to reliance on credible sources and clear transparency, but limited balance and highly emotive political commentary. (D. Van Zandt 11/02/2025)
Source: https://statuskuo.substack.com/
Last Updated on November 2, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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