Glenn Greenwald
PersonRelationship Network
Event Timeline
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
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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
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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
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Business associate |
7
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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
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1 | |
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person
Unnamed partner
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Business associate |
7
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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
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1 | |
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person
Edward Snowden
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Journalistic source |
6
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2 | |
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person
Laura Poitras
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Co authors |
5
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1 | |
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person
Ron Paul
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Subject of writing |
5
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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 appears to be page 212 of a House Oversight Committee report detailing the actions of Edward Snowden. It characterizes his move to contractor Booz Allen as a calculated 'expanding penetration' designed solely to steal sensitive NSA, GCHQ, and other allied intelligence files. The text discusses his awareness of the damage he caused, his communications with journalists (Risen, Lam, Poitras, Greenwald), and his strategic decision to flee to Hong Kong rather than face trial in the U.S. or flee to a non-extradition country like Brazil.
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This document is a page from a House Oversight report detailing Edward Snowden's strategic employment shift from Dell to Booz Allen Hamilton to gain access to specific intelligence documents, including the 'black budget' and foreign intelligence lists (Level 3). It argues that Snowden's motivation went beyond whistleblowing to seeking documents that enhanced his power, referencing his ability to access allied intelligence (Britain, Israel, etc.) via 'Priv Ac' clearance. The text includes quotes from CIA Deputy Director Morell regarding the value of the stolen data to Russian intelligence.
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The document appears to be page 210 (Chapter 28) of a manuscript or report stamped by House Oversight regarding Edward Snowden. It analyzes his motivations for switching employment from Dell to Booz Allen in March 2013, arguing the move was not financially motivated nor necessary for access to documents, as he already possessed significant classified material (including Presidential Policy Directive 20) while at Dell. The text suggests the job switch actually increased his risk of apprehension.
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This page from a House Oversight document (Bates 020347) details the logistics and motivations behind Edward Snowden's flight from Hong Kong to Moscow in 2013. It argues that Snowden likely never intended to travel to Latin America (Ecuador or Cuba) because he feared CIA capture there, a sentiment he expressed to journalists like Katrina vanden Heuvel and Glenn Greenwald. The document recounts the media frenzy surrounding Aeroflot flight SU-150, noting that while reporters swarmed the plane based on a tip, Snowden was never on board.
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This document is a page from a book (Chapter 24) detailing a dinner between the narrator and director Oliver Stone in New York. The conversation focuses on Stone's film about Edward Snowden, specifically probing the financial arrangements Stone made to gain access to Snowden in Moscow, including a $1 million payment to Snowden's lawyer, Anatoly Kucherena, for 'total access' disguised as book rights. The text also mentions the Sony Pictures hack and payments made to The Guardian.
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This document appears to be a page (188) from a book manuscript or investigative report regarding Edward Snowden's defection to Russia. The text analyzes the damage control efforts by the NSA and GCHQ following the breach, Snowden's life in Moscow, and questions his motives for taking specific documents that were never released to journalists. The author mentions making arrangements to travel to Moscow in October 2015 to investigate the circumstances of Snowden's arrival in Russia. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' stamp.
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This document appears to be page 186 of a House Oversight report detailing the timeline of Edward Snowden's NSA leaks in June 2013. It describes his coordination with journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras in Hong Kong, the release of the leaks by The Guardian and Washington Post, and the immediate geopolitical fallout involving US-China relations during a summit between Obama and Xi Jinping. Despite the prompt's context, there is no mention of Jeffrey Epstein or his associates in this specific document.
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This document appears to be page 184 from a book (likely by Edward Jay Epstein regarding Edward Snowden) included in a House Oversight Committee production. It details Edward Snowden's arrival in Hong Kong in May 2013, his possession of critical NSA documents, and the geopolitical risks involved, specifically regarding China and Russia. The text analyzes Snowden as a 'single point of failure' for US intelligence and discusses the potential for hostile foreign intelligence services to access the stolen data.
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This document appears to be page 183 of a narrative report or book included in a House Oversight production (Bates stamped HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020335). It details Edward Snowden's May 2013 trip to Hong Kong, discussing the heavy surveillance capabilities of Chinese intelligence services operating out of the Prince of Wales skyscraper. The text analyzes the geopolitical implications, noting that while Snowden viewed himself as a whistleblower, Chinese intelligence likely viewed him as a pawn, and the US State Department had to issue strict security protocols for devices in the region due to cyber espionage threats.
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This document appears to be page 178 of a House Oversight Committee report focused on the Edward Snowden leaks. It details operational security failures by Snowden and his journalist contacts (Poitras, Greenwald) in 2013, noting that Poitras shared information with multiple people and Greenwald shared details with his partner, David Miranda. The text also analyzes Russian cyber espionage capabilities, noting their focus on breaking TOR networks and their advanced tools capable of bypassing US government security.
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This document appears to be page 144 of a book or report (likely by Edward Jay Epstein) analyzing the timeline of NSA document leaks attributed to Edward Snowden. It questions how Snowden could continue releasing documents via Wikileaks and The Intercept (regarding French presidents and Israeli operations) years after supposedly destroying his files in Hong Kong, suggesting potential involvement or approval by Russian intelligence services. The text details specific leaks from June and July 2015 and cites interviews with intelligence officials.
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This document, marked as House Oversight material, analyzes the Snowden leaks specifically regarding the surveillance of German Chancellor Angela Merkel. It argues that the document revealing the spying on Merkel was not part of the original cache Snowden gave to Greenwald and Poitras in Hong Kong, suggesting it was released later from Moscow or via another source. The text details James Bamford's forensic analysis of the drive, which found no mention of Merkel, leading to speculation about how *Der Spiegel* obtained the information.
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This document page, bearing a House Oversight stamp, details the legal maneuvering surrounding Edward Snowden's NSA leaks. It focuses on the involvement of ACLU lawyer Ben Wizner, who was brought in by journalists Laura Poitras and Glenn Greenwald to represent Snowden. The text outlines the legal challenges Wizner faced in seeking amnesty for Snowden, particularly distinguishing Snowden's actions from previous whistleblowers and managing the narrative regarding whether classified documents were taken to Russia.
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This document page (137) from a House Oversight file details the aftermath of Edward Snowden's flight to Russia, specifically focusing on whether he retained sensitive NSA documents. Through interviews with his lawyer Anatoly Kucherena (conducted by Sophie Shevardnadze in 2013 and the author in 2015), it is confirmed that Snowden did not give all documents to journalists in Hong Kong but retained a second, more sensitive set of files while in Russia.
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This document is a page from a House Oversight report (Bates stamp 020288) detailing the intelligence leaks attributed to Edward Snowden. It discusses the logistics of how documents were transferred between Snowden, Laura Poitras, and Glenn Greenwald, including the interception of a courier at Heathrow. The text analyzes the potential damage of specific missing documents, particularly 'level 3' lists concerning Russia and China, and questions whether Snowden took these files to Moscow. Note: While the user prompt requested Epstein-related data, this specific page is exclusively focused on the Snowden/NSA leaks.
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This document is a page from a report or narrative (marked House Oversight) detailing the NSA's damage assessment regarding Edward Snowden. It analyzes the volume of data stolen (estimated at 1.7 million touched / 1.3 million copied) during his time at Booz Allen and Dell, while noting disputes from Snowden and journalists Greenwald and Bamford regarding these numbers. The text discusses the potential motivations of the NSA Damage Assessment team under Ledgett and the legal implications of the leaks.
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This document is page 134, 'Chapter Seventeen,' likely from a book or report regarding Edward Snowden (possibly 'How America Lost Its Secrets' by Edward Jay Epstein). It discusses the 'Snowden enigma,' specifically the disparity between the number of NSA documents compromised versus those handed to journalists. It references comments by Glenn Greenwald and NSA official Ledgett regarding the 'keys to the kingdom'—documents that reveal the core mechanisms of U.S. surveillance. The page bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' footer.
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This document is page 128 of a report or book (stamped HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020280) discussing the intelligence implications of Edward Snowden's actions. It analyzes theories regarding when Snowden might have come under Russian influence, arguing against early recruitment due to his risky contact with journalists Greenwald and Poitras, while supporting the 'Hong Kong Scenario' where Russian officials engaged him after his arrival there. The document mentions Putin's direct authorization of Snowden's travel to Moscow. Note: While requested as an 'Epstein-related' document, the text exclusively concerns the Snowden leaks and contains no mentions of Jeffrey Epstein.
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This document appears to be a page from a book or investigative report (marked with House Oversight numbering) discussing the theory that Edward Snowden may have been guided or assisted by a hidden Russian mole within the NSA. The text draws parallels to historical espionage cases involving KGB moles Robert Hanssen and Aldrich Ames, who eluded detection for decades. It includes details of an interview the author conducted in 2015 with Victor Cherkashin, the KGB handler for Hanssen and Ames.
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This document appears to be page 113 of a House Oversight Committee report or narrative regarding Edward Snowden. It details his transition from a technician to a media figure in Moscow, his support network (including Julian Assange and Sarah Harrison), and his media appearances. The text critically analyzes his escape to Russia, suggesting it was not accidental but likely involved cooperation with Russian intelligence (FSB/KGB) and President Putin in exchange for NSA secrets. The text contains several typographical errors (e.g., 'denting' instead of 'denying', 'far trial' instead of 'fair trial').
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This document appears to be 'Chapter Fourteen: Fugitive' from a report (likely House Oversight Committee based on the footer) detailing Edward Snowden's flight from U.S. jurisdiction. It describes his interactions with journalists Poitras, Greenwald, and Gellman, specifically noting Gellman's refusal to help Snowden evade authorities via an encrypted key. The text analyzes Snowden's potential asylum destinations, including Iceland and Ecuador, detailing the logistical and diplomatic attempts made by Assange to secure travel documents, and questions Snowden's intended destination given his lack of visas.
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This document, likely part of a House Oversight report, details the coordination between Julian Assange and Edward Snowden regarding Snowden's flight from US authorities. It describes Assange's advice for Snowden to seek asylum in Russia rather than Ecuador to manage PR consequences, and his deployment of WikiLeaks staffer Sarah Harrison from Australia to Hong Kong to assist Snowden. The text also covers Harrison's family connections in Hong Kong and Snowden's stated motivations involving the treatment of Bradley Manning.
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This document (page 103, file HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020255) details an interview between journalist Lana Lam (South China Morning Post) and Edward Snowden, facilitated by Laura Poitras in Hong Kong. The text describes the security measures taken for the interview (TOR laptop, phone confiscation) and Snowden's revelation that he specifically took a job at Booz Allen Hamilton in March 2013 to access lists of machines hacked by the NSA globally. It also notes Snowden's claim that the US government committed crimes against Hong Kong and China, and mentions his subsequent flight to Russia around June 24, 2013.
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This document is page 102 of a report (likely House Oversight) detailing the immediate aftermath of Edward Snowden's NSA leaks in June 2013. It describes his logistics in Hong Kong, including moving between hotel rooms at The Mira, engaging lawyers Robert Tibbo and Jonathan Mann, and escaping to a safe house while communicating with journalists Glenn Greenwald and Laura Poitras. The text also notes Greenwald's subsequent departure to Brazil and the founding of The Intercept.
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This document details the events surrounding the publication of Edward Snowden's NSA leaks in June 2013, describing how journalists verified his credibility using code phrases and the subsequent interactions with government officials before publication. It recounts the release of the Verizon and PRISM stories by the Guardian and Washington Post, followed by Snowden's decision to reveal his identity through a video interview to define his own narrative before the government could demonize him.
| 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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