A Decade After Massacre, Blackwater Founder Buddies Up With President
Furthering our mission to expose the story behind today’s headlines, we explore the background of President Donald Trump’s friend and fellow billionaire Erik Prince.
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Virginia Says “No” to Touchscreen Voting
The state is off to a good start after decertifying its highly vulnerable DRE voting machines. But it still has work to do if it wants truly secure elections.
The Murder of John Kennedy’s Mistress, Part 1
The first of three parts on a crime as mysterious as the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Russ Baker on Trump Lawyer Michael Cohen: Consigliere or Stooge?
Russ Baker talks about his deep profile of Trump-Russia connected lawyer Michael Cohen.
Spotlight on Michael Cohen — Trump’s Mysterious Lawyer with Ukraine Ties
In this in-depth story, we take a close look at a key Trump-Russia figure who just this week generated headlines: the president’s “bulldog” ex in-house lawyer, Michael Cohen. With his own surprising ties to the former Soviet Union, Cohen may turn out to be a crucial missing link for investigators.
Everything You Need to Know About Felix Sater
WhoWhatWhy is the place for context and analysis. For those wondering about all the recent mentions of Felix Sater — Trump’s business associate he’d like to forget knowing — here’s the full story. We published it back in March. And it’s as relevant as ever.
Cities, States and Kids Sue to Stop Climate Change
The courts have the power to set a deadline for federal agencies to slash carbon emissions. Or make Big Oil liable for climate damages. Could Hurricane Harvey be a factor in their decision?
A Real Home of Real Fake News
Sinclair Media Group is more influential and in more homes than Fox News or Breitbart. Why have you not heard of it?
Will Zeal for Profits Hinder High-tech Farming from Feeding People?
Vertical farmers are bringing agriculture inside — and launching baby greens into outer space. But will political and marketplace realities bring vertical farming back down to earth?
Too Big to Prosecute — DOJ Gives Giant Corporations a Pass
A look at why the Feds are often too afraid to prosecute white collar crime — and the revolving door between prosecutors and high-powered defense lawyers.
Latin America Doesn’t Want US Help
Pentagon Board Adds Neil deGrasse Tyson, Jeff Bezos ; China’s Robot Industry …and More Picks for 8/16
The Astonishing Security State Travails of Our New Podcaster Barrett Brown
Barrett Brown was almost put away for over 100 years. His crime: publicizing documents that reveal the shadowy world of intelligence contracting in the post-9/11 era.