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
|
Journalist source |
9
Strong
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3 | |
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person
Ewen MacAskill
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Co author |
9
Strong
|
1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
|
Co author |
9
Strong
|
1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Collaborators |
8
Strong
|
3 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
|
Unknown |
8
Strong
|
1 | |
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person
Pierre Omidyar
|
Business associate |
8
Strong
|
2 | |
|
person
Edward Snowden
|
Acquaintance |
7
|
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
|
1 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Professional journalistic subject |
6
|
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
|
Source journalist |
6
|
2 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Subject of book |
6
|
1 | |
|
person
Laura Poitras
|
Professional collaborators |
6
|
2 | |
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person
Ron Paul
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Donor candidate |
6
|
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
|
2 | |
|
person
Laura Poitras
|
Co authors |
5
|
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 91 from a book manuscript (identified by ISBN in the footer as 'Filthy Rich' by James Patterson) bearing a House Oversight Bates stamp. The text describes the 2013 meeting in a Hong Kong hotel room between Edward Snowden, Glenn Greenwald, and Laura Poitras, detailing the filming of the documentary 'Citizenfour' and Snowden's communications with his partner Lindsay Mills regarding government investigators visiting their home in Hawaii. While the content focuses on Snowden, the document is part of a larger production of files related to the House Oversight Committee's investigation involving Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be page 90 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, based on the filename 'Epst_'), stamped as a House Oversight exhibit. It details the clandestine meeting in Hong Kong between whistleblower Edward Snowden and journalists Laura Poitras and Glenn Greenwald at the Mira Hotel. The text describes the specific tradecraft instructions Snowden provided, including the use of a Rubik's cube for identification, and Greenwald's initial impression of Snowden.
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This document is a page (87) from the book 'Escape Artist,' likely produced as evidence in a House Oversight investigation (Bates stamped). It details Edward Snowden's preparations in Hong Kong, including a contingency plan involving Micah Lee building a 'dead man's switch' website, and the coordination with journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras to break the NSA surveillance story via The Guardian.
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This document appears to be page 86 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely authored by Edward Jay Epstein, given the footer filename 'Epst_'), produced as part of a House Oversight investigation. The text details the interactions between journalist Glenn Greenwald and Guardian editor Janine Gibson regarding the Edward Snowden NSA leaks. It covers Gibson's reluctance to publish Snowden's manifesto (comparing it to the Unabomber's), her authorization of Greenwald's trip to Hong Kong, and the assignment of veteran journalist Ewen MacAskill to accompany him.
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This document is page 85 of a book (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, titled 'How America Lost Its Secrets') discussing the background of the Edward Snowden NSA leaks. It details how journalist Laura Poitras utilized technical expert Jacob Appelbaum to vet Snowden's technical bona fides via encrypted emails prior to the Hong Kong meetings. It also describes the editorial tensions at The Guardian, specifically Glenn Greenwald waiting for authorization from editor Janine Gibson to travel to Hong Kong.
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This document is page 84 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein), included in a House Oversight production. It details the coordination between Edward Snowden, Glenn Greenwald, and Laura Poitras regarding the release of classified NSA documents, specifically a FISA warrant concerning Verizon records. The text highlights Snowden's micromanagement of the leak process, his intent to expose James Clapper's alleged perjury before Congress, and the logistics of meeting in Hong Kong.
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This document appears to be page 83 from a book titled 'Escape Artist,' included in a House Oversight discovery file (Bates HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019571). The text details Edward Snowden's communications in May 2013 with journalists Barton Gellman and Glenn Greenwald regarding the release of the PRISM and mass domestic spying stories. It describes Snowden's frustration with delays, his pressure on Gellman, and his subsequent aggressive recruitment of Greenwald to travel to Hong Kong.
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This document is page 82 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein, given the file name 'Epst_'). It details Edward Snowden's time in Hong Kong, his evasion of a paper trail, and his initial communications with journalists Greenwald and Gellman regarding the leak of NSA documents, specifically regarding operation PRISM. It mentions an email sent to 'Bay' on May 22 covering his tracks with a medical excuse. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' Bates stamp.
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This document is page 72 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (authored by Edward Jay Epstein, though not explicitly named in the text body). It details the timeline of Edward Snowden's initial contact with journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras in late 2012 and early 2013. The text describes Snowden's work at Dell, his alias 'Citizen Four,' and the preparations for leaking NSA documents via The Guardian. Note: While contained in a House Oversight file possibly related to an 'Epstein' search, the content strictly concerns the Edward Snowden leaks.
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This document appears to be a page (p. 71) from a book manuscript (possibly titled 'String Puller' or related to the filename 'Epst...') produced during a House Oversight investigation. It details the covert coordination between journalists Laura Poitras and Glenn Greenwald in April 2013 regarding whistleblower Edward Snowden. The text describes strict operational security measures taken during a meeting in New York, including removing cell phones to avoid NSA eavesdropping, and Poitras sharing Snowden's communications with Greenwald to bring him into the plan.
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This document is page 70 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the filename 'Epst_...'). It details the coordination between Edward Snowden, Laura Poitras, and Barton Gellman regarding the leak of NSA documents. It describes Poitras using anti-surveillance tradecraft to meet Gellman in NYC to offer him the story for The Washington Post. The document bears a House Oversight Committee stamp.
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This document appears to be page 69 from a book (likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein, based on the ISBN in the footer filename 'Epst_9780451494566') that was submitted as evidence to the House Oversight Committee. The text details Edward Snowden's strategy for leaking classified documents, specifically his interactions with filmmaker Laura Poitras. It describes his insistence on revealing his identity to protect his associates, his use of religious imagery ('nailing me to the cross'), and his specific instructions for Poitras to recruit journalist Glenn Greenwald to utilize *The Guardian* for credibility. **Note:** While the filename contains 'Epst' (referring to author Edward Jay Epstein), the content is entirely about Edward Snowden, not Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be page 64 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (Edward Jay Epstein is the author of this book, explaining the 'Epst' filename, though the content is about Snowden, not Jeffrey Epstein). It details Edward Snowden's initial encrypted communications with filmmaker Laura Poitras in January 2013 under the alias 'Citizen Four,' noting that Snowden falsely claimed to be a senior government official while actually working as a Dell contractor. It also discusses Poitras's history of surveillance by U.S. authorities following her 2006 filming in Iraq.
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This document appears to be a proof page (p. 63) from a book, likely 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the ISBN in the filename). The text details how Edward Snowden, using the alias 'Anon108', established initial contact with filmmaker Laura Poitras in January 2013 by using Micah Lee as an intermediary to bypass NSA surveillance. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' footer, suggesting it was included in a congressional investigation file.
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This document appears to be a page (page 62) from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the footer ISBN and title). It details the timeline of Edward Snowden's attempts to communicate with journalist Glenn Greenwald, his frustration with Greenwald's lack of encryption, and his subsequent decision to use filmmaker Laura Poitras as an intermediary. The text also provides background on Poitras, including her wealthy upbringing, her work exposing NSA surveillance in Bluffdale, Utah, and her collaboration with activists like William Binney and Jacob Appelbaum.
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This document appears to be a page (p. 60) from a book titled 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein based on the filename and context), stamped as a House Oversight Committee document. It details the career and political activities of journalist Glenn Greenwald, including his move to Rio, his criticism of U.S. surveillance under Presidents Bush and Obama, and his support for WikiLeaks and Chelsea Manning via the Freedom of the Press Foundation. It highlights the connections between Greenwald, Edward Snowden, Julian Assange, and John Perry Barlow regarding the 'info war' surrounding government secrets.
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This document appears to be a page (p. 59) from a book manuscript, likely authored by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the filename 'Epst_9780451494566'), titled 'Chapter 7: String Puller'. It details Edward Snowden's activities in 2012, specifically his initial anonymous contact with journalist Glenn Greenwald using the alias 'Cincinnatus' while working for Dell at the NSA. The text also provides background on Greenwald, mentioning his past as a lawyer at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz and his involvement in a business dispute regarding a pornographic website named 'HJ' in 2004. The document bears a House Oversight Committee Bates stamp.
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This document is page 46 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein (indicated by the ISBN in the footer filename). It details Edward Snowden's theft of NSA documents starting in Winter 2012, his motivations, his employment at Dell, and his eventual communications from Moscow with journalists like James Risen. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp, suggesting it was part of a document production for a congressional investigation, likely included due to the author's last name (Epstein) matching search criteria, though the text concerns Edward Snowden, not Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document is page 11 (Prologue) of a book, likely by Edward Jay Epstein given the filename prefix 'Epst', produced during a House Oversight inquiry. It details the investigation into Edward Snowden's movements in Hong Kong in 2013, specifically noting a mysterious 11-day gap between May 20 and June 1 where he left no digital or paper trail (no credit card usage, ATM withdrawals, or phone calls) before checking into the Mira Hotel. The text argues that Snowden's failure to acquire visas for Latin American countries suggests his plan was always to go to Moscow.
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This document is page 6 from the book 'How America Lost Its Secrets' (likely by Edward Jay Epstein), marked with a House Oversight Bates stamp. It details the author's investigation into Edward Snowden's time in Hong Kong, specifically contradicting Snowden's claim that he stayed at the Mira Hotel immediately upon arrival on May 20, 2013; hotel records show he checked in on June 1. The text references General Michael Hayden questioning Snowden's choice of location and mentions Snowden's interactions with journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras.
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An opinion piece by Edward Jay Epstein published in the Wall Street Journal arguing that Edward Snowden's narrative of being a whistleblower is a fabrication. The article details Snowden's theft of NSA documents, his flight to Hong Kong, and claims that his stated motivations and actions were deceptive.
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This document is a biographical profile of political commentator David Brooks, likely from a dossier or 'Edge' profile series found in House Oversight documents. It details his educational background, career trajectory through major publications (WSJ, NYT, Weekly Standard), and outlines his evolving political stances on the Iraq War, the Republican party, Barack Obama, and social issues like gay marriage. The document includes specific dates of his writings and interactions with figures like Milton Friedman and Barack Obama.
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This document appears to be a page from a report or book analyzing the Edward Snowden NSA leaks. It discusses Snowden's motives, distinguishing between his whistle-blowing on domestic surveillance and his theft of 'level 3' files related to sources and methods which he took to Russia. The text hypothesizes that Snowden must have had an accomplice within the NSA facility in Hawaii to access these files and highlights a gap in intelligence regarding his first eleven days in Hong Kong. NOTE: While the prompt references Epstein, this specific page mentions only Edward Snowden and related intelligence matters.
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This document is an excerpt from a House Oversight report analyzing Edward Snowden's 2013 decision to publicly reveal his identity as the NSA leaker. The text argues that Snowden's choice to be filmed by Laura Poitras in Hong Kong, rather than remaining anonymous like Bradley Manning, was a calculated move to achieve fame and transform himself into a public advocate, despite offers from editors like Ewen MacAskill to keep his identity secret. It highlights his coordination with journalists Greenwald, Poitras, and Gellman.
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This document appears to be page 213 of a House Oversight report analyzing Edward Snowden's flight from the US. It details his decision to travel to Hong Kong rather than countries without extradition treaties (like Brazil or Iceland) specifically to utilize Chinese intelligence control as a shield against US interference. The text cites former CIA station chief Tyler Drumheller regarding the 'home court' advantage of Chinese intelligence in Hong Kong and mentions Snowden's subsequent move to Moscow. Note: While the prompt identifies this as 'Epstein-related,' the text exclusively concerns Edward Snowden and the NSA leaks.
| 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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