Glenn Greenwald
PersonRelationship Network
Event Timeline
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
(mentions)
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Documents | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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person
Edward Snowden
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Source journalist |
18
Very Strong
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59 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Business associate |
11
Very Strong
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18 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Journalist source |
9
Strong
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3 | |
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person
Ewen MacAskill
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Co author |
9
Strong
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1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
|
Co author |
9
Strong
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1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Collaborators |
8
Strong
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3 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Unknown |
8
Strong
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1 | |
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person
Pierre Omidyar
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Business associate |
8
Strong
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2 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Acquaintance |
7
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1 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
|
Business associate |
7
|
3 | |
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organization
CAIR-NY
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Guest speaker |
7
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1 | |
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person
David Miranda
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Romantic |
7
|
1 | |
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person
Unnamed partner
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Business associate |
7
|
1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Acquaintance |
7
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1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Professional journalistic subject |
6
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1 | |
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person
Janine Gibson
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Employee |
6
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1 | |
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person
Janine Gibson
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Subordinate editor |
6
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2 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Source journalist |
6
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2 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Subject of book |
6
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1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Professional collaborators |
6
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2 | |
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person
Ron Paul
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Donor candidate |
6
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1 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Source journalist targeted |
6
|
1 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
|
Journalistic source |
6
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2 | |
|
person
Laura Poitras
|
Co authors |
5
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1 | |
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person
Ron Paul
|
Subject of writing |
5
|
1 |
| Date | Event Type | Description | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | Planning of face-to-face meeting in Hong Kong between Snowden and Greenwald. | Hong Kong | View |
| N/A | N/A | Ewen MacAskill joins the group to verify Snowden's identity. | Snowden's hotel room | View |
| N/A | N/A | Coordination of the NSA leaks | Remote/Digital (planning fo... | View |
| N/A | N/A | Encrypted call between Snowden and Greenwald. | Virtual | View |
| N/A | N/A | Glenn Greenwald's encounters with Snowden in Hong Kong, as detailed in his book 'No Place to Hide'. | Hong Kong | View |
| N/A | N/A | Snowden first met with Greenwald. | Unspecified | View |
| N/A | N/A | Greenwald offered a scoop to The Guardian. | N/A | View |
| 2025-06-04 | N/A | Ewen MacAskill joins Greenwald and Poitras in Snowden's room to verify his bona fides. | Snowden's room | View |
| 2025-06-04 | N/A | Meeting between Snowden and Guardian journalists/editors. | Snowden's room | View |
| 2025-06-02 | N/A | First rendezvous between Snowden and journalists. | The Mira Hotel, Hong Kong | View |
| 2015-07-15 | N/A | The Intercept releases document on Israeli raid in Syria. | Online | View |
| 2014-02-01 | N/A | Glenn Greenwald co-founds The Intercept. | N/A | View |
| 2014-02-01 | N/A | Greenwald co-founds The Intercept. | Unknown | View |
| 2014-02-01 | N/A | Glenn Greenwald becomes co-founding editor of The Intercept. | N/A | View |
| 2014-01-01 | N/A | Publication of Glenn Greenwald's book "No Place to Hide," describing his encounters with Snowden. | New York | View |
| 2014-01-01 | N/A | Publication of Glenn Greenwald's book "No Place to Hide" by Metropolitan Books. | New York | View |
| 2014-01-01 | N/A | Publication of Glenn Greenwald's book "No Place to Hide". | New York | View |
| 2014-01-01 | N/A | Publication of the book 'No Place to Hide' by Metropolitan Books. | New York | View |
| 2014-01-01 | N/A | Polk Award for national security reporting awarded to journalists assisting Snowden. | USA | View |
| 2013-08-18 | N/A | Glenn Greenwald's partner was detained for nine hours. | Heathrow airport | View |
| 2013-08-18 | N/A | Glenn Greenwald's partner was detained at Heathrow airport for nine hours. | Heathrow airport | View |
| 2013-07-16 | N/A | Publication of a Guardian article by Glenn Greenwald about an email exchange between Snowden and ... | Guardian (publication) | View |
| 2013-07-01 | N/A | Glenn Greenwald asked Wizner to contact Snowden in Russia. | N/A | View |
| 2013-06-26 | N/A | Publication of articles in the Daily News and Buzzfeed about Glenn Greenwald. | N/A | View |
| 2013-06-11 | N/A | Publication of an NPR article about Glenn Greenwald. | N/A | View |
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This document is page 184 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein, stamped as evidence by the House Oversight Committee. The text discusses the timeline of Edward Snowden's leaks, specifically questioning how documents released in 2016 (via The Intercept) regarding Israeli drone intercepts were distributed if Snowden supposedly destroyed his files. The author cites a former KGB officer who suggests that Snowden's continued release of documents while in Russia was likely orchestrated or approved by Russian intelligence services.
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This document is page 183 from a book (likely 'Epstein: Dead Men Tell No Tales' based on the filename metadata) included in a House Oversight production. The text details the timeline of intelligence leaks involving Edward Snowden, WikiLeaks, and The Intercept between 2013 and 2016, specifically focusing on NSA surveillance of French presidents and the DNC hacks. It discusses the potential involvement of Russian intelligence services in supplying documents to Julian Assange.
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This document is page 182 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the footer 'Epst' and ISBN), stamped as evidence for the House Oversight Committee. The text analyzes the timeline of the 'Merkel document' (NSA spying on Angela Merkel), arguing that this specific document was not in the cache Snowden gave to journalists in Hong Kong but was likely provided to *Der Spiegel* after Snowden arrived in Moscow. It cites expert James Bamford, who searched the Hong Kong archive and found no mention of Merkel, suggesting Snowden or another party released it from Russia.
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This document appears to be page 178 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (authored by Edward Jay Epstein, which explains the 'Epst' filename). The text details Edward Snowden's legal and media strategy orchestrated by Ben Wizner regarding the release of NSA documents. It highlights contradictions in Snowden's narrative regarding the possession and destruction of classified files, contrasting his claim to journalist Barton Gellman that his drives were blank with his admission to former CIA officer Ray McGovern that he had stored data on external drives.
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This document is page 173 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the filename 'Epst' and ISBN), marked as a House Oversight Committee exhibit. The text details the author's investigation into Edward Snowden's handling of stolen NSA documents, specifically citing interviews with Snowden's Russian lawyer, Anatoly Kucherena. The text establishes that Snowden retained a specific set of sensitive documents for himself—withholding them from journalists Greenwald and Poitras in Hong Kong—and that Kucherena later received reports and statements regarding Snowden from Russian authorities in July 2013. The document discusses the concern of US intelligence agencies (NSA, CIA, DOD) regarding what Snowden did with the documents he kept while in Russia.
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This page discusses the critical nature of missing NSA documents copied by Edward Snowden, specifically "Level 3" lists regarding China and Russia that were not provided to journalists. It questions whether Snowden took these highly sensitive files with him to Russia, noting his communications about protecting secrets and an interview with his Russian lawyer.
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This document is page 171 from a book, likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by ISBN in footer '9780451494566' and file prefix 'Epst'). The text discusses the dispute over the number of documents Edward Snowden stole from the NSA, referencing interviews with James Bamford and claims by Glenn Greenwald. It mentions a Defense Intelligence Agency report regarding 900,000 compromised Pentagon documents revealed via a Vice FOIA request. While the file bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp, the content relates to the Edward Snowden leaks, not Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be page 169 from a book (Chapter 17: 'The Keys to the Kingdom Are Missing') discussing Edward Snowden and the NSA leak. It references journalist Greenwald describing the stolen documents as an 'instruction manual' for the NSA, and NSA official Ledgett confirming the loss of the 'keys to the kingdom.' The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp, suggesting it was used as an exhibit in a congressional investigation. Note: The file slug 'Epst' refers to the author Edward Jay Epstein (author of 'How America Lost Its Secrets'), not Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be page 163 from a book proof (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, given the filename) titled 'The Question of When,' produced as part of a House Oversight investigation. The text analyzes Edward Snowden's flight to Hong Kong, speculating on whether Russian or Chinese intelligence steered him there or recruited him based on his dissatisfaction with the NSA. It discusses the strategic value of Snowden's leaked documents and the timeline of when foreign adversaries became aware of his actions.
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This document is page 162 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein, bearing a House Oversight Committee Bates stamp. The text discusses the 'Hong Kong Scenario,' suggesting that Edward Snowden may have been brought under Russian intelligence control during his stay in Hong Kong, citing Vladimir Putin's admission of engagement. It also details Snowden's communications with activists like Runa Sandvik and Laura Poitras, noting that NSA sources believed Russian intelligence could bypass their encryption methods.
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This document appears to be page 161 from a book manuscript (likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein based on the filename ISBN) produced during a House Oversight investigation. The text analyzes Edward Snowden's actions, questioning whether he was a Russian asset or a whistleblower. It argues that Snowden's contact with journalists Greenwald and Poitras contradicts the behavior of a controlled Russian intelligence asset, as it risked exposing the operation.
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This document is page 155 from a book (likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein, indicated by the filename 'Epst' and ISBN 9780451494566), marked as a House Oversight exhibit. The text speculates on whether Edward Snowden had a hidden collaborator within the NSA, drawing parallels to historical Russian moles like Robert Hanssen and Aldrich Ames. It includes details of an interview the author conducted with KGB handler Victor Cherkashin in Moscow in 2015 regarding the ability of intelligence services to hide moles.
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This page from a book titled "How America Lost Its Secrets" details the logistics of how NSA documents stolen by Edward Snowden were transported between journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras via David Miranda, leading to the NSA obtaining a copy during Miranda's detention at Heathrow. It further analyzes the timeline of Snowden's theft, noting that he downloaded documents for nine months before acquiring the specific whistle-blowing materials (like the Verizon order and PRISM presentation) released to the media, suggesting his initial motives may have differed from his public claims.
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This document is page 127 from a book (identified by the ISBN in the footer as 'Filthy Rich' by James Patterson) stamped with a House Oversight Committee identifier. The text discusses the polarized views on Edward Snowden, contrasting his supporters' 'whistle-blower' narrative with the views of intelligence officials (Morell, Alexander) and politicians (Feinstein, Rogers) who view him as a traitor or foreign agent. While the page content focuses entirely on the Snowden leaks, the document metadata (Epst_... filename and House Oversight stamp) indicates this page was included in materials reviewed during the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
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This document is page 125 of a book (likely 'Electile Dysfunction' by Alan Dershowitz, based on the ISBN in the file slug 'Epst_9780451494566') that was produced as part of a House Oversight investigation (Bates stamp HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019613). The text discusses the polarizing nature of Edward Snowden's actions, analyzing the legal implications under the Patriot Act and the FISA court. It contrasts the media's celebration of Snowden (citing the Polk and Pulitzer awards) with the condemnation by the Obama administration and intelligence officials. The file slug 'Epst_' suggests this document was part of a production related to Jeffrey Epstein, likely due to Alan Dershowitz's role as his attorney.
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This document is page 115 from a book titled 'The Great Divide' (likely by Alan Dershowitz, given the footer code 'Epst_' suggesting an Epstein-related legal production). The text discusses Edward Snowden, comparing the government's 'demonization' of him to the treatment of 1960s NSA defectors Martin and Mitchell. It details a 2014 Lawfare Institute analysis which argued that the majority of Snowden's leaks concerned overseas intelligence operations rather than domestic surveillance.
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This document is page 109 from a book, likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the ISBN in the footer), which is part of a House Oversight Committee file. The text details Edward Snowden's time in Russia, his asylum, the risks taken by his associates like Sarah Harrison and Julian Assange, and his subsequent media appearances and financial earnings ($20,000 from TED). It critiques Snowden's transition from a technician to a media figure and his rhetoric regarding facing prison versus escaping to Russia.
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This document is page 105 from a book (Chapter 12, titled 'Fugitive'), likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the footer filename and ISBN). The text details Edward Snowden's interactions with journalists Laura Poitras, Glenn Greenwald, and specifically Barton Gellman in May and June 2013. It describes Snowden's request for Gellman to insert an encrypted key into a Washington Post article to signal a foreign government for asylum, a request Gellman refused. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp, suggesting it was part of a document production for a congressional investigation.
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This document is page 101 of a book (likely titled 'The Plot to Hack America' or similar based on context and ISBN in footer) produced as part of a House Oversight investigation. It details Julian Assange's involvement in Edward Snowden's flight to Russia, specifically noting Assange's advice to avoid Ecuador in favor of Russia and his deployment of WikiLeaks staffer Sarah Harrison to Hong Kong to assist Snowden. It also provides background on Harrison's family connections in Hong Kong and her operational security measures.
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This document appears to be page 97 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the filename 'Epst' and ISBN). It details Edward Snowden's admission to journalist Lam that he joined Booz Allen Hamilton specifically to access NSA hacking lists. It discusses the timeline of his interviews in Hong Kong, his departure to Russia, and the surveillance suspected by journalist Laura Poitras. While the author is named Epstein, the content concerns Edward Snowden, not Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be page 96 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the file name 'Epst...'). It details the logistics of Edward Snowden's final interview in Hong Kong, orchestrated by Laura Poitras and involving reporter Lana Lam. The text describes the security measures taken (Tor, confiscated phones) and quotes Snowden regarding NSA activities in China. The document bears a House Oversight Committee stamp, indicating it was part of a government investigation.
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This document appears to be page 95 from a book (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, given the filename) discussing Edward Snowden's time in Hong Kong following the Guardian's publication of the NSA leaks. It details his logistical movements on June 10-11, including switching hotel rooms, his credit cards being frozen, and his extraction from the Mira hotel by lawyers Robert Tibbo and Jonathan Man to a safe house. The page bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp, indicating it is part of a congressional record.
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This document appears to be page 94 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, given the filename prefix 'Epst'), produced as evidence in a House Oversight investigation. The text chronicles the events of June 6-9, 2013, detailing the publication of NSA leak stories by The Guardian and The Washington Post, and Edward Snowden's decision to reveal his identity via a video interview filmed by Laura Poitras. The page discusses the coordination between journalists Greenwald, Gellman, and Poitras, and the immediate government and media reaction to the disclosures.
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This document appears to be a page proof (page 93) from a book by Edward Jay Epstein (likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets') bearing a House Oversight Committee stamp. The text details Edward Snowden's exaggeration of his credentials and salary at Booz Allen and the CIA/DIA. It describes the interactions between The Guardian journalists (MacAskill, Gibson, Greenwald) and US officials (White House, FBI, NSA) prior to publishing the first leaks regarding Verizon and FISA warrants.
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This document is page 92 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the ISBN in the footer filename). The text details Edward Snowden's security paranoia in a hotel room, specifically his use of a 'magical cloak of power' (a red blanket) to hide his passwords. It describes the filming of the documentary 'Citizenfour' by Laura Poitras and a specific introduction between Snowden and journalist Ewen MacAskill, who had been sent by an editor named Gibson to verify Snowden's identity.
| Date | Type | From | To | Amount | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Received | The Guardian (imp... | Glenn Greenwald | $0.00 | Expenses for trip to Hong Kong (authorized by G... | View |
| N/A | Paid | Glenn Greenwald | IRS | $85,000.00 | Lien filed against Greenwald resulting from leg... | View |
| N/A | Paid | Glenn Greenwald | IRS | $85,000.00 | Lien filed against Greenwald resulting from leg... | View |
| N/A | Paid | Glenn Greenwald | Ron Paul Campaign | $0.00 | Campaign contribution. | View |
| 2013-05-01 | Received | The Guardian (imp... | Glenn Greenwald | $0.00 | Expenses for Greenwald's trip to Hong Kong to m... | View |
| 2013-05-01 | Received | The Guardian (imp... | Glenn Greenwald | $0.00 | Expenses for trip to Hong Kong to meet the source | View |
| 2013-05-01 | Received | The Guardian (imp... | Glenn Greenwald | $0.00 | Greenwald assumed Gibson would provide expenses... | View |
| 2009-01-01 | Paid | Glenn Greenwald | Ron Paul Campaign | $0.00 | Contribution to libertarian campaign. | View |
| 2009-01-01 | Paid | Glenn Greenwald | Ron Paul Campaign | $0.00 | Political contribution. | View |
Position explanation
Even the Constitution is subverted when the appetites of power demand it...
Planning the leak
Two-hour conversation regarding the 'welcome package' and meeting in Hong Kong.
Welcome Package
Twenty classified NSA documents labeled 'Top Secret' and a personal manifesto.
Initial Outreach
Snowden unsuccessfully attempted to reach Greenwald before contacting Poitras.
Taking credit for leaks
Snowden told Greenwald he took sole credit to divert suspicion from others.
Nature of stolen documents
Described documents as an 'instruction manual' for the NSA.
NSA leaks
Interview in Hong Kong where Snowden discussed the timeline of being identified.
Reason for choosing Hong Kong
Snowden explained HK provided protection from US countermeasures.
Choice of Hong Kong
Snowden explained Hong Kong provided protection from US countermeasures.
Document cache
Statement regarding withheld documents
Encryption instructions
Told Greenwald to encrypt his computer; cited Petraeus scandal as example of risk; sent software instructions.
Encryption instructions
Told Greenwald to encrypt his computer; cited Petraeus scandal as reason to use encryption; sent software instructions.
Encryption
Urged Greenwald to encrypt his computer; cited Petraeus scandal as example of risks of no encryption; sent instructions on installing software.
Verification of source
Greenwald stated 'He's real' regarding Citizen 4.
Withheld documents
Statement regarding the second cache of documents not turned over.
Nature of stolen documents
Described documents as an 'instruction manual for how the NSA is built'.
Nature of stolen documents
Described documents as an 'instruction manual for how the NSA is built'.
Thumb drive of documents
Copy of thumb drive sent from HK to Rio, intercepted at Heathrow.
Snowden Source
Greenwald told Miranda about the source in great detail.
Strategic movement
Explained he moved to Hong Kong to reduce possibility of American countermove.
Encryption Software
DVD sent via Fedex to allow receipt of encrypted messages.
Initial coordination
Encrypted conversation lasting two hours discussing the release strategy.
Encryption Tools
DVD sent to allow receipt of encrypted messages and calls.
No Subject
Two-hour conversation where Snowden gave instructions on how to handle the scoops.
No Subject
Sent 'welcome package' including 20 classified NSA documents labeled TOP SECRET and a personal manifesto.
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