RIGHT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward conservative causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information reporting that may damage conservative causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Right Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate The Express US Right Biased based on its editorial content, which favors a conservative perspective, and Mixed for factual reporting, as it publishes sensational headlines and one-sided reporting.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT (6.3)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (4.8)
Country: United Kingdom
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
The Express US is the American digital edition of the UK-based Daily Express, launched in June 2023 by Reach plc, the UK and Ireland’s largest commercial news publisher. This expansion into the U.S. market was part of Reach plc’s strategy to broaden its international digital presence. The U.S. edition is staffed by a team of approximately 50 journalists based in both the U.S. and the UK, focusing on delivering news tailored to American audiences.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Express US is owned by Reach plc, a publicly traded British media company listed on the London Stock Exchange. As a free-to-access news site, it generates revenue primarily through digital advertising.
Analysis / Bias
The Express US exhibits a Right Bias, mirroring the editorial stance of its UK counterpart. Its content often features sensational headlines and stories that align with conservative viewpoints. For instance, articles like “WAR FEARS RISING: China slams Pete Hegseth for touting ‘Cold War mentality’ in tit-for-tat barb as WWIII tensions soar“ utilize emotionally charged language to frame international events in a manner that may appeal to right-leaning readers. The Associated Press covers international news.
The publication also covers topics that resonate with conservative audiences, such as critiques of liberal policies and figures, and emphasizes stories that highlight threats from foreign adversaries. While the articles are generally based on factual events, the presentation often lacks nuance and may omit countervailing perspectives, contributing to a one-sided narrative.
The Express US is a digital news platform that extends the UK Daily Express’s right-leaning editorial approach to American audiences. While it covers a range of topics, including politics, world events, and entertainment, its content often reflects a conservative bias and employs sensationalist language.
Failed Fact Checks
Overall, we rate The Express US Right Biased based on its editorial content, which favors a conservative perspective, and Mixed for factual reporting, as it publishes sensational headlines and one-sided reporting. (D. Van Zandt 06/01/2025)
Source: https://www.the-express.com/
Last Updated on June 1, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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