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Dave Troy

Dave Troy is an investigative journalist focused on threats to democracy. His background as a technologist with an interest in studying online extremism affords him a unique perspective.

Part One: Just what was Jeffrey Epstein doing in Santa Fe?

Part One: Just what was Jeffrey Epstein doing in Santa Fe?

Was Jeffrey Epstein part of Russia's broader war on the West? In this multi-part series we examine his obsession with nuclear scientists, eugenics, transhumanism, and influence. What we found will likely surprise you.

Is democracy dying? Here's why — and what to do about it.

Is democracy dying? Here's why — and what to do about it.

In the 35 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall, democracy has been in retreat around the world. Can we build new designs that help it flourish?

Podcast: ‘Ghost Nation’ Tells the Story of Taiwan — And Why It Matters

Podcast: ‘Ghost Nation’ Tells the Story of Taiwan — And Why It Matters

What do you really know about Taiwan? A new book, “Ghost Nation: The Story of Taiwan and its Struggle for Survival” aims to fill the knowledge gap for Western audiences.

Zombie State Department Social Account Now Relaying Musk Propaganda

Zombie State Department Social Account Now Relaying Musk Propaganda

The former DOGE staffer who gutted USAID is now allowing a State Department social media account to promote corporate communications for Elon Musk's X, in its conflict with the French government.

We mapped Jeffrey Epstein's social network. Here's what we found.

We mapped Jeffrey Epstein's social network. Here's what we found.

We used custom tech tools to analyze the Epstein-Musk-Trump social network. We found little evidence of a broader conspiracy — but did find a real threat to Donald Trump.

Lawmakers Eye Plan to Abolish Debt Ceiling in 2027

Lawmakers Eye Plan to Abolish Debt Ceiling in 2027

The debt ceiling has been a source of constant political gamesmanship. A bipartisan chorus of lawmakers is finally calling for its elimination.

As Trump Fails to Deliver, Russia Looks to Musk's America Party for Leverage

As Trump Fails to Deliver, Russia Looks to Musk's America Party for Leverage

While Donald Trump has shown deference to the Putin regime, Moscow is turning to Musk to help close the gap on their most important policy goals.