Media & Democracy Reporter
Michael Thompson covers media accountability, press freedom, and the role of journalism in democracy. A former newsroom editor with 20 years experience.
"Breaking: Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan identified as a terrorist, was involved in a shooting targeting National Guardsmen while collaborating with the CIA in Kandahar. Discover the implications of this incident on military operations today."
"Breaking: The suspect in the shooting of two National Guard members near the White House has been identified as an Afghan national. Explore the latest details on this critical incident and its implications for military safety."
"Breaking: President Trump orders the deployment of 500 National Guardsmen to Washington, D.C. amid rising security concerns. Discover the latest updates and implications."
"Latest analysis reveals a striking 31-point gap in childbearing rates, with liberal women opting for fewer children since the iPhone's debut. Discover the implications of this demographic shift."
"Breaking: Reports emerge that President Trump may remove Kash Patel as FBI director amid ongoing agency leadership discussions. What this means for the administration's future."
![[Video] Trump reports 25,000 soldiers from Ukraine and Russia died last month](/api/image/thumbnails/thumbnail-1764095445268-heovp5-thumbnail.jpg)
"Breaking: Trump reveals 25,000 soldiers from Ukraine and Russia perished last month, hinting at a potential deal in the ongoing conflict. Latest insights now."
![[Video] DOE Secretary Chris Wright calls Trump's Genesis Mission an all-in effort](/api/image/thumbnails/thumbnail-1764027245926-qp5ju-thumbnail.jpg)
"Latest: DOE Secretary Chris Wright highlights Trump's Genesis Mission as a pivotal national initiative, uniting AI with 40,000 top scientists for groundbreaking innovation."
"Breaking: Families of October 7 attack victims sue Binance's Changpeng Zhao for allegedly facilitating millions to Hamas. Key insights on the lawsuit's implications."