Laura V. Strickler

Director, National Security and Government Agencies, @NBCNews, former @CBSNews. FOIA Fan. Lutheran. DM 4 Signal. Columbia J School

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

First to NBC News: Immigrants held in outdoor cages the size of phone booths at ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ watchdog says https://t.co/Chwm7pTHpm via @nbcnews

[Julia E. Ainsley @JuliaEAinsley]

New: Tony Salisbury, who served as Stephen Miller’s deputy on immigration, has been promoted to Homeland Security Advisor at the WH. Sources tell me and @albamonica this is an indication Trump will stay the course on his immigration crackdown as Salisbury is aligned with Miller.

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

@DidiMartinez5 @MSNOWNews Way to go Didi!!! @DidiMartinez5

[Hurricane Hunters @53rdWRS]

Our thoughts are with the communities facing Hurricane Isaias and the first responders helping them.

This footage offers a view from the Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters’ mission into the storm, where crews collected weather data to support National Hurricane Center forecasts.

If you’re in an affected area, stay #WeatherReady: Follow official weather alerts and local emergency officials’ instructions. Never drive through floodwaters.

#HurricaneHunters #ReserveReady

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

Great exclusive here: Vance talks 2028, Ted Cruz and a tough midterm climate that could affect his future https://t.co/VrTZYZJ912 via @nbcnews @HenryJGomez

"Vice President JD Vance acknowledged Thursday that Republicans face an “uphill climb” in next month’s midterm elections — and that the results may be a data point he reviews as he decides whether to run for president in 2028."

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

SCOOP FROM OUR TEAM: U.S. intelligence inspector general investigating how a CIA officer deceived the top spy agency https://t.co/L5JRpge0H6 via @nbcnews

[NBC News PR @NBCNewsPR]

"The public has a vital interest in receiving accurate, independent information about its government. No administration should restrict a news organization because it objects to its reporting.” — White House television pool members: ABC News, CBS News, CNN, Fox News Media, NBC News

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

SCOOP FROM OUR TEAM: Trump administration weighs drastic cut to U.S. forces in Europe of 25,000 or more https://t.co/1PAoSNXelz via @nbcnews

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is weighing a drastic plan to pull planes, ships, weapons and tens of thousands of troops from Europe, despite warnings from NATO allies about the growing threat of Russian aggression, according to seven current and former U.S. and Western officials.

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

Hats off to the @60Minutes team that pulled off this story. Outstanding.

Don't miss the sweat on the brow of the pardon broker.

[60 Minutes @60Minutes]

In an undercover operation, pardon brokers assert, “The Department of Justice is irrelevant. It’s an afterthought.”

One of the brokers, Jacob Wohl, defends the statement: “The president doesn't make decisions based on the judgment of nameless, faceless bureaucrats. He never has.” https://t.co/o9e9cdkSPZ

[Tom Winter @Tom_Winter]

The indictment suggests that one of those involved had some photos and video of the intended victim’s address in their online accounts.

[Tom Winter @Tom_Winter]

NBC News: Russian Intelligence Services sought to kill a dissident in Washington DC with reconnaissance starting this summer, federal prosecutors in Manhattan say.

The indictment points to the involvement of the FSB and a Cuban national. Details:
https://t.co/CvX8f9bgf6

[The Wall Street Journal @WSJ]

Exclusive: The House of Representatives voted to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress https://t.co/N5t8iaI7qg

[Julia E. Ainsley @JuliaEAinsley]

🚨🚨New IG report shows cage that held immigrants at Alligator Alcatraz Signs said it was for “calming” ; detainees said it was for punishment. @strickdc

https://t.co/DauxDshuCK

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

FIRST TO NBC NEWS- immigrant detainees were held in this cage at Alligator Alcatraz as per new report from DHS inspector general. Story coming soon.

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

Breaking now from our team: @ryanjreilly @GaryGrumbach
A former CIA officer arrested in May with more than 303 gold bars worth $40 million at his home is working to finalize a plea deal with federal prosecutors that could help keep the case shrouded in mystery.
https://t.co/QbeJzlMUbY

[Laura V. Strickler @strickdc]

Great story from @KosnarMichael @albamonica on this day of remembrance of heroes.

FBI agent died of cancer after 9/11 Pentagon response. His widow tells his story.
https://t.co/InjTzkyJxG via @nbcnews

[Tom Namako @TomNamako]

A scoopy piece on Steve Feinberg, the Pentagon's second-in-command thrust into the spotlight thanks to the case of a former CIA officer arrested with $40M in gold bars in his home.

In the article: The FBI has questioned Feinberg in the probe into the officer, David Rush; the FBI says Feinberg is not under investigation. Feinberg’s work with Rush was part of a briefing to Trump. And U.S. officials relayed details about video Rush and Feinberg each appear in to members of Congress in a briefing about the case.

https://t.co/gmD3YyWjXm

By @JuliaEAinsley @ckubeNBC @glubold @jonallendc and @dandeluce

[Gordon Lubold @glubold]

GOLD RUSH: The Pentagon’s No. 2 is quiet and inward facing, but Stephen Feinberg’s connection to David Rush, the CIA operative found with $40 million of gold bars in his house, has thrust him into an unwelcome spotlight. Our story: https://t.co/hGUf0nMhp2

[Julia E. Ainsley @JuliaEAinsley]

The Pentagon’s No. 2 Steve Feinberg has been interviewed by the FBI, sources say, as part of the probe into David Rush, the CIA employee accused of stealing $40 million in gold. @ckubeNBC @glubold @dandeluce @jonallendc

https://t.co/YQRDtY9m8X

[Julia E. Ainsley @JuliaEAinsley]

Congress has been briefed on a video of Feinberg at a govt house frequented by Rush

Feinberg hasn’t been accused of wrongdoing, and the FBI said he isn’t under investigation