Management

Under Mueller's Scrutiny, Trump Allies Cry FBI Entrapment

The president has handed his associates a new way to characterize any suspicious interactions they may have had during the election.

Management

The FBI May Soon Face a Reckoning

An upcoming report from the Justice Department inspector general is expected to criticize the leadership of the bureau for its conduct during the 2016 presidential election.

Management

Analysis: The Chilling Effect of Trump’s War on the FBI

As the president ramps up his attacks on the law-enforcement and intelligence communities, long-standing damage to key agencies seems inevitable.

Defense

Gina Haspel's Lose-Lose Proposition for Democrats

Democrats are concerned about the CIA nominee's record on torture, but fear a Trump loyalist could be the alternative.

Oversight

There’s Nothing to Stop the 2018 Elections From Being Hacked

Congressional Democrats are pledging not to exploit stolen materials in their campaigns, but Republicans have declined to match that commitment, leaving the midterm races vulnerable to malicious interference.

Management

Why Trump Hasn’t Fired Sessions

The president has reportedly been musing about firing his attorney general since last summer. Here's why it hasn't happened yet.

Management

A Suspected Russian Spy, With Curious Ties to Washington

A longtime Republican operative has been in contact with a suspected Russian intelligence agent for nearly two decades. What does it mean for Robert Mueller's investigation?

Defense

A Controversial Record of Torture, But Maybe Not a Deal-Breaker for Democrats

Deputy CIA Director Gina Haspel oversaw one of the agency’s infamous “black sites” over a decade ago and has been harshly criticized for it. Now, she may be Democrats’ best option.

Management

Mueller’s Latest Plea Deal Puts Pressure on Paul Manafort

On Tuesday, Alex Van Der Zwaan, a lawyer who helped produce a report at Manafort’s behest, pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI.

Oversight

Mueller’s Indictment Puts Details Behind Claims of Russian Interference

Thirteen Russian nationals connected to the shadowy Internet Research Agency were indicted by the special counsel on Friday.

Management

The President's Power to Hide Secret Details About the Russia Investigation

Executive power means Donald Trump can classify or declassify memos that may implicate him.

Oversight

Devin Nunes's Next Target: The State Department

The House Intelligence Committee chair has turned his sights to State as he presses forward with his probe into intelligence gathering related to Russian electoral interference in 2016.