Anonymous Source Tracker

Examples of how major English-language news organizations use anonymous sources. Updated daily.


David Muir's World News Tonight hit by on-air glitch
... a source familiar with the situation told the Daily Mail.

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Snowstorm could've sparked grid catastrophe if Biden climate ...
... a source familiar with the situation told Fox News Digital. Advertisement. Advertisement. Liz Peek: Trump White House Fired Up About King Coal's Return To ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


'ABC World News Tonight' No. 1 atop rivals NBC and CBS
A source familiar with the situation told The Post that “everyone gets hit with technical gremlins.” “David stayed calm and carried on with the show. It's ...

New York Post  ∙  January 28, 2026


Deutsche Bank Deepens Emerging-Market Rebuild, Adds Traders
... declined to be named discussing confidential information. Both will focus on Latin American corporate debt. At least 13 people — spanning traders ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Commerce Department Plans National AI Center in San Francisco
In addition to the Bay Area, AI export officials will be based in cities across the US, according to a Commerce official, who asked not to be identified.

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Loparex Sounds Out Private Credit Firms for Up To $1.5 Billion
... asked not to be identified discussing private information. Loparex, owned by Pamplona Capital Management, completed a distressed debt exchange in 2024 in a ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Germany Looks to Bolster Energy Security Using Defense Exemption
... asked not to be identified because the talks are confidential. The Economy Ministry earmarked the fund to “war-proof” Germany's energy systems, but tight ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Exclusive: White House set to meet with banks, crypto companies to ...
The sources declined to be identified discussing private policy discussions. Advertisement · Scroll to continue. Summer Mersinger, CEO of the Blockchain ...

Reuters  ∙  January 28, 2026


Fed has not yet complied with subpoenas in Jerome Powell probe
The Federal Reserve has not yet complied with grand jury subpoenas issued as part of a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, a person familiar with ...

CNBC  ∙  January 28, 2026


What to know about Gaza's Rafah crossing, which could open within ...
A person familiar with discussions on the reopening said they had been told it could come as early as Thursday. Ali Shaath, newly appointed to head the ...

ABC News  ∙  January 28, 2026


Hall of Fame coach absolutely blasts media over Bill Belichick - MSN
More troubling, an anonymous source told ESPN that Bill Polian, the former Indianapolis Colts general manager who serves on the voting committee, advocated ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Saudi Arabia weighs expansion of premium residency program to ...
... , those looking to live in the kingdom's flagship development projects and top students, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said.

Reuters  ∙  January 28, 2026


LIV Golf Plans to Sell Stakes in Franchises for First Time - Bloomberg
The talks are ongoing, according to a person with direct knowledge the talks. Rory McIlroy, the second ranked golfer in the world and PGA Tour stalwart ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Fed has not yet complied with subpoenas as Powell probe continues
... a person familiar with the situation told CNBC. The probe of Powell is continuing, according to that person, who spoke hours before the Fed is set to reveal ...

CNBC  ∙  January 28, 2026


Artemi Panarin won't play for the Rangers through the Olympic break ...
... a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the team did not announce ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  January 28, 2026


NBC News Author Julia Ainsley
... a person familiar with the situation. 1d ago. news. /. Justice Department · news. /. Justice Department · Questions swirl around federal government's plan to ...

NBC News  ∙  January 28, 2026


Duke's Scheyer Joins Growing List Calling for Stronger Enforcement
... a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the team did not announce ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


Why FOX wouldn't allow St. John's to play in a high-profile college ...
John's] from playing in the CBS Classic,” said a source close to St. John's leadership. FOX holds major Big East broadcast rights as the lead network ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


Looming US rule changes may curb pregnant worker supports - MSN
"It does feel good to have a new job, but it's still in the back of my mind now," said Kennisha, who asked to be identified by her first name only due to fear ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Google Backs Tesla Co-Founder's Redwood at $6 Billion Valuation
The funding round still values Redwood at more than $6 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be named because the information ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


Ecuador says ICE agent tried to enter consulate in Minneapolis
... asked not to be named, citing a fear of retribution by the federal government. Advertisement · Scroll to continue. The agents "weren't able to enter the ...

Reuters  ∙  January 28, 2026


Swiss Government Bets on UBS Climb-Down in Capital Deadlock
... asked not to be named discussing internal deliberations. That would entail an estimated $23 billion headline increase in UBS's capital requirements, albeit ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 28, 2026


UK examines whether Trump has power to derail Chagos deal - MSN
Ministers are also trying to establish if the US administration intends to veto the deal over the Chagos Islands, according to a person familiar with the matter ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Report: Two DHS agents put on leave over Minneapolis shooting
Other GOP lawmakers are speaking off the record about how they are worried protests will only lead to more bloodshed, and that the Republican party has ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Israel marks return of final hostage's remains after over 2 years of war
Two U.S. officials, who insisted on anonymity per the rules of a call setup by the White House, credited Egypt, Qatar and Turkey with helping to get Hamas to ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


NBA trade deadline 2026 live updates - The New York Times
As several rival executives agreed during fascinating discussions about the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga — they were granted anonymity in exchange for their ...

New York Times  ∙  January 28, 2026


Doctors, veterans fear near-total abortion ban at VA will put women's ...
Another doctor in the VA system who also declined to be named for fear of retaliation worries about a chilling effect from the new ban on abortion counseling.

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Bodies still in wreckage of private jet crash killing six - MSN
A source familiar with the situation told CNN that a Bombardier Challenger 650 business jet was involved in the crash. Travelers have been advised to avoid ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Saudi Arabia weighs expansion of premium residency program to ...
... projects and top students, a person with direct knowledge of the matter said. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This "Side Sleeper" Trick · Ad. Derila.

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


How a Silicon Valley Startup Became a Crypto Lifeline for Venezuela
... a person familiar with the matter. The partner recently took steps to end the Kontigo relationship, the person said. Advertisement. Installations at the El ...

Wall Street Journal  ∙  January 28, 2026


Meta scrambled to silence a tell-all book. Now it's a bestseller. - MSN
... a person familiar with the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to avoid legal issues. The order also bars her from talking with lawmakers in the ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Kalshi's valuation marked up to $11B after $1B funding round - MSN
... a person familiar with the matter a person familiar with the matter. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Paradigm, Anthos Capital and ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


SoftBank in talks to invest up to US$30bil more in OpenAI - MSN
TOKYO: SoftBank is in discussions to invest up to an additional US$30 billion in OpenAI, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday. Side ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Tesla co-founder's company gets Google as investor at $6 billion ...
The funding round still values Redwood at more than $6 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be named because the information ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Drone strikes in Ethiopia's Tigray kill one amid fears of renewed ...
Both asked not to be named, the Reuters news agency reported. It was not immediately clear what the trucks were carrying. TPLF-affiliated news outlet Dimtsi ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


CNN.com - Transcripts
But blue areas, not so much, perhaps not surprisingly, not surprisingly, and also some of the people in the -- who worked on the film asked not to be named in ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


MP 'saddened' at impending closure of Doncaster Direct Line office
Last week, one member of staff, who asked not to be named, said: “They've said the office will be open until 2026 - but this will impact so many people.

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Staff fend off ICE agents trying to enter Minneapolis Ecuador consulate
... asked not to be named, citing a fear of retribution by the federal government. More on World. 1 person shot, in critical condition in incident involving U.S. ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


"I thought I was going to die": Former partner of ex-champion boxer ...
His ex-partner and mother of his children, who asked not to be named, spoke to the Manchester Evening News as he began his time behind bars. She said they ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


Neighbor reveals chilling details just before Studio City homeowner ...
The woman, who did not want to be identified, said she instantly had a bad feeling when she awoke around 4 a.m. to a black Chevy “rumbling” across from her ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


A24 acquires Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite' in a major deal out of ... - MSN
... requested anonymity due to the sensitive matter. One factor for Wilde was a preference for a traditional theatrical release. Getting Approved for 1 of These ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Sheriff leading Guthrie investigation spotted at basketball game as ...
The source of the photos, who requested anonymity, slammed Nanos for attending the game while the search continues. "I think it wasn't a good move. This ...

Fox News  ∙  January 28, 2026


USC faces brutal Big Ten football slate in 2026 - MSN
But with two byes already baked into the Trojans' schedule, a person familiar with the situation but not authorized to speak publicly told The Times that ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Artemi Panarin won't play for the Rangers through the Olympic break ...
... a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associa...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


SoftBank in talks to invest up to $30 billion more in OpenAI - MSN
... declined to be identified as the information had not been publicly...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Invasion Day 'explosive' device hidden inside Disney Frozen sock ...
The woman, who did not want to be identified, said on Tuesday afternoon she was still in shock. Expand article logo Continue reading. "My colleague and I ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


US planning CIA foothold in post-Maduro Venezuela, CNN reports ...
... presence in Venezuela after ousting former President Nicolas Maduro, CNN reported on Tuesday citing sources familiar with the matter.

Reuters  ∙  January 27, 2026


Extra Scrutiny of FEMA Aid to States Has Created a $17 Billion ...
... requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. FEMA has barred staff from discussing review timelines with state officials who ask ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Dem lawmaker makes 'solidarity' trip to Minneapolis hours before ...
“The Minneapolis trip was a very clever move by Lasher — for that district at this time,” the official, who requested anonymity, said. “Mainstream Democrats ...

New York Post  ∙  January 27, 2026


Trump Holds 2-Hour Meeting With Noem Amid Backlash to ...
... with knowledge of the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity. Tyler Pager is a White House correspondent for The Times, covering President Trump and his ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026