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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.
Thanks to the critically acclaimed movie “The Post,” which opens this weekend, the story of whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers is again part of the public discourse. But there is much more to it than the movie shows, Ellsberg tells WhoWhatWhy in this recent podcast.
Michael Cohen, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, has been sentenced to three years in prison. Here’s the backstory you need to know.
PICKS are stories from many sources, selected by our editors or recommended by our readers because they are important, surprising, troubling, enlightening, inspiring, or amusing. They appear on our site and in our daily newsletter. Please send suggested articles, videos, podcasts, etc. to picks@whowhatwhy.org. Modified Microwave Oven Cooks Up Next-Gen Semiconductors (Maria) The author […]
With Russia’s army floundering in Ukraine, Valdimir Putin delivers a veiled hint of nuclear war. In truth, his options are running out.
The combination of the GOP’s power, the wide-ranging impact of its actions (and obstructions), and an overall vileness makes Republicans the greatest threat to humanity.
A German lawmaker with 28 years of experience as a police detective talks about US gun culture, two very different approaches to gun violence, and why he would not vacation in Florida.
PICKS are stories from many sources, selected by our editors or recommended by our readers because they are important, surprising, troubling, enlightening, inspiring, or amusing. They appear on our site and in our daily newsletter. Please send suggested articles, videos, podcasts, etc. to picks@whowhatwhy.org. Honeybee Health Blooms at Federal Facilities Across US (Maria) The […]
This diabolical movement, propped up by a steady stream of dark money, clings to “free speech” like a life raft. But it’s all about whose speech is in line with their politics.
Missed cues grow Native distrust around a New Mexico research project on oil well wastewater.
Bloviating from the stage.
Rep. Takes Credit, Criticism for Document Titled ‘Biblical Basis for War’ ; US Reimposes All Iran Sanctions …and More Picks 11/5