TI
πΊπΈ The Intercept
Trust Score
84
Generally Reliable
Quick Summary
Political Lean
Left
AllSides: Left
Factual Reporting
High
NewsGuard: 87.5/100
Ownership
First Look Media
Parent: Pierre Omidyar
Funding Model
Donations, Foundation grants
Rating Breakdown
Factual Accuracy
82/100
How often does the source report verifiable facts correctly?
Source Attribution
83/100
Are claims backed by identifiable, verifiable sources?
Editorial Standards
79/100
Does the source have and follow clear editorial guidelines?
Correction Policy
77/100
How transparently and promptly are errors corrected?
Bias & Balance
45/100
Are multiple perspectives fairly represented?
Ownership Transparency
81/100
Is ownership and funding clearly disclosed?
Headline Accuracy
85/100
Do headlines accurately reflect article content?
News vs Opinion
56/100
Is there clear separation between news and opinion?
Track Record
86/100
What is the source's historical credibility?
Deceptive Practices
84/100
Does the source avoid manipulative tactics?
Notable Controversies & Events
- Glenn Greenwald departure (2020)
- Snowden documents publication
- Reality Winner source burning