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propublica.orgpolitics10 days ago
Lawmaker Seeks Ban on Special Perks for Pardoned Drug Traffickers
Rep. Norma Torres introduced an amendment last month that would bar the Federal Bureau of Prisons from providing special accommodations or transportation to pardoned drug traffickers. The proposal follows ProPublica reporting on the release of former Honduran president Juan Orlan…
usmagazine.compolitics16 days ago
Lawmakers seek details on $620 million Pentagon loan to firm linked to Trump Jr.
A group of Democratic members of Congress sent a letter requesting information about a Pentagon loan to a company connected to Donald Trump Jr. The lawmakers cited recent reporting by ProPublica on the transaction.
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Benzingapolitics23 days ago
Senator Links Pentagon Rare Earth Deal to Family Business
A Democratic senator posted on social media Thursday alleging that a Pentagon contract for rare-earth magnets directed $600 million in taxpayer funds to a company connected to the president's family. The post referenced a ProPublica report on the transaction.
propublica.orgworld23 days ago
Alaska Lawmakers Triple School Construction Funding to $148 Million
State budget increased school construction and maintenance funds after reporting by KYUK, ProPublica and NPR. The new amount remains below total repair needs identified by state assessments.
Propublicaworld32 days ago
ProPublica and Lexington Herald-Leader Seek Former Clients and Staff Accounts of Addiction Recovery Care
ProPublica and the Lexington Herald-Leader are collecting experiences from current and former clients and staff of Addiction Recovery Care. The organizations previously reported on billing allegations involving Kentucky Medicaid.
propublica.orgworld34 days ago
Autopsy Reports Detail Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding Deaths in Newborns
Autopsy records reviewed by ProPublica show vitamin K deficiency bleeding as the cause of death in several infants whose parents declined the standard newborn shot. The reports list medical interventions attempted and note that the shot was not administered at birth.
Propublicapolitics39 days ago
Permanent Resident Detained at Detroit Airport After Admitting She Voted in Local Election
A 57-year-old permanent resident from Lawrence, Kansas, was held by customs officers in mid-March 2026 and threatened with deportation after she acknowledged voting once in a local election. An immigration judge later canceled her removal proceedings. ProPublica reported the case…
Propublicaworld46 days ago
Texas Lawmakers Rejected Over 60 Flood Safety Bills Since 1960s
An investigation by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that Texas lawmakers have repeatedly rejected legislation that could have limited construction in flood-prone areas. The majority of the 137 people who died in the July 4, 2025 flooding in five counties were in locations…
motherjones.comtechnology48 days ago
White House Counterterrorism Director Responds to Reporter Inquiry with Social Media Criticism
A ProPublica reporter contacted Sebastian Gorka, the White House counterterrorism director, for comment on a story about his role. Gorka did not respond directly but posted criticism on X, calling the work a 'putrid piece of hackery.' The article detailed Gorka's public statement…
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Florida Woman Undergoes Unwanted C-Section After Court Intervention in Labor Dispute
A ProPublica report details the case of Cherise Doyley, a Black woman in Florida who was subjected to a court hearing during labor and later underwent a C-section despite her objections. The incident highlights ongoing debates over patient autonomy in pregnancy cases. Disparities…
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ProPublica Newsroom Faces Challenges in Establishing AI Usage Rules
Newsrooms across the United States are working to develop guidelines for artificial intelligence. ProPublica, a nonprofit organization focused on investigative journalism, is addressing these issues amid ongoing discussions. The challenges are particularly complex at ProPublica d…
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ProPublica Journalists Stage One-Day Strike Over AI Use, Wages and Layoff Protections
Journalists at the investigative nonprofit ProPublica conducted a one-day strike citing concerns over the organization's use of artificial intelligence. The action also addressed demands for wage increases and stronger layoff protections. This event highlights broader challenges…
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ProPublica Unionized Staff Initiate 24-Hour Strike Over Contract Negotiations
Unionized employees at the nonprofit news organization ProPublica began a 24-hour strike on Wednesday. The action involves approximately 150 members of the ProPublica Guild, who are negotiating a collective bargaining agreement. The strike addresses issues including AI use, layof…