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  • loaded language: 'weaponized'
  • loaded language: 'perceived adversaries'
  • framing: Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source
  • editorializing: The actions, including securing an indictment last month against former FBI Director James Comey, have raised alarm from Democrats and former officials that an institution meant to make prosecutorial decisions independent of the White House is being weaponized.
  • vague attribution: a person familiar with the matter, The person who confirmed the existence of the investigation, Democrats and former officials

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Justice Department Investigates E. Jean Carroll for Possible Perjury in Trump Case

The Justice Department has opened a perjury investigation into E. Jean Carroll concerning her civil case against Donald Trump. The inquiry focuses on a statement she made regarding the funding of her legal fees. Carroll previously won significant awards in her lawsuits against Trump, who has denied the allegations.

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Our neutral summary

The Justice Department has opened a perjury investigation into E. Jean Carroll concerning her civil case against Donald Trump. The inquiry focuses on a statement she made regarding the funding of her legal fees. Carroll previously won significant awards in her lawsuits against Trump, who has denied the allegations.

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Language Analysis

Loaded-language score 45/100
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Inflammatory language 5/100
Sentiment -20/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'weaponized'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'perceived adversaries'
  • ✕ framing: Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source
  • ✕ editorializing: The actions, including securing an indictment last month against former FBI Director James Comey, have raised alarm from Democrats and former officials that an institution meant to make prosecutorial decisions independent of the White House is being weaponized.
  • ✕ vague attribution: a person familiar with the matter, The person who confirmed the existence of the investigation, Democrats and former officials

Original vs. Neutral

Original Headline

Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source

Neutral Headline

Justice Department Investigates E. Jean Carroll for Possible Perjury in Trump Case