LEAST BIASED
These sources have minimal bias and use very few loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes). The reporting is factual and usually sourced. These are the most credible media sources. See all Least Biased Sources.
- Overall, we rate The Desk as least biased based on minimal editorializing of content. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED (-0.5)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Desk is an independent news site launched in 2013 by journalist Matthew Keys under Solano Media LLC. It specializes in reporting on media, streaming, broadcasting, journalism, and technology-related policy. While the site does not have a traditional “About” page, its mission and scope are described in its Newsletters section, which emphasizes behind-the-scenes industry developments and media business reporting.
Read our profile on the United States media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
The site is solely operated by Matthew Keys and is fully supported through advertising. There are no donation mechanisms, subscription paywalls, or evidence of reader-funded models.
Analysis / Bias
The Desk demonstrates minimal political or ideological bias in its coverage. Its reporting focuses narrowly on media industry developments and legal matters, with a clear, straightforward tone. Articles like “Appeals court: Trump can continue to block AP reporters from events” report legal developments factually without editorializing.
Similarly, “USAGM starts firing full-time Voice of America employees” covers internal changes at a government broadcaster, and “SiriusXM signs Stephen A. Smith to new radio deal” provides a neutral update on a media personality’s contract. Across reviewed articles, there is no use of emotionally loaded language or partisan framing.
Failed Fact Check
- There are no known failed fact checks or credibility issues associated with The Desk.
Overall, we rate The Desk as least biased based on minimal editorializing of content. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 06/07/2025)
Source: https://thedesk.net/
Last Updated on June 7, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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