The Intercept is an online news organization that was founded in 2014 by journalists Glenn Greenwald, Laura Poitras, and Jeremy Scahill. The Intercept is part of First Look Media, a journalism organization that is supported by philanthropist and eBay founder Pierre Omidyar.
The Intercept's mission is to provide fearless, adversarial journalism that exposes abuses of power and defends the rights of the vulnerable. The Intercept covers a wide range of topics, including politics, national security, criminal justice, technology, and the environment. The organization's reporting has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize and the George Polk Award.
The Intercept is known for its investigative journalism and for publishing leaked documents and confidential information. The organization has published a number of high-profile stories based on leaked documents, including the revelation of the U.S. government's surveillance programs and the publication of the "Drone Papers," which detailed the U.S. military's drone warfare program.
In addition to its journalism, The Intercept also produces podcasts, videos, and other multimedia content. The organization's editorial team includes experienced reporters and editors from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Intercept is committed to providing independent, rigorous journalism that holds the powerful accountable and serves the public interest.