Anonymous Source Tracker

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


National park history, science purge continues in Glacier National Park
Reached by email about sign removals elsewhere at the end of January, a Department of the Interior spokesperson who declined to be identified said news ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Europe Rethinks Nuclear Weapons After US Delivers Reality Check
They declined to be identified because of the sensitivity of the issue. RUSSIA-POLITICS. In this pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


'Tax the Rich' Rally Is Expected to Draw a Big Crowd. But Not ...
They were granted anonymity to discuss details from a private conversation. Mr. Mamdani's spokesman, Joe Calvello, declined to answer repeated questions ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Trump's 'Board of Peace' Said to Have Raised First Pledges for Gaza
... on the condition of anonymity to share the details. The land designated for the project is expected to be cleared of rubble and explosives in the coming ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Homeland Security Wants Social Media Sites to Expose Anti-ICE ...
They spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. Google, Meta and Reddit complied with some of the requests, the ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


US–Iran, Rubio, Navalny and Brazil's Carnival - Reuters
Two U.S. officials tell Reuters, on the condition of anonymity, that an attack could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between Washington ...

Reuters  ∙  February 13, 2026


First U.S. Troops Land in Nigeria for Trump-Led Christian Mission
A Nigerian official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss security matters, said the troops would be sent to northern states in Nigeria where ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Justice Department officials react to Trump picking Matt Gaetz for ...
Several of the department's roughly 110,000 career workforce, who spoke to ABC News on the condition of anonymity, described an atmosphere of dread over the ...

ABC News  ∙  February 13, 2026


As Diplomats Talk, Pentagon Prepares for Possible War With Iran
... on the condition of anonymity to discuss operational matters. The Pentagon heightened the alert status nearly a month ago, when Mr. Trump requested options ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


White House, RFK Jr. shake up health leadership after controversies
... on the condition of anonymity to describe personnel matters. Jim O'Neill, who had served as the deputy secretary of the Department of Health and Human ...

Washington Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


U.S. orders second carrier to Middle East as Trump pressures Iran
... on the condition of anonymity to discuss military movements. Another person said the Ford's crew, which includes about 4,200 sailors, had been notified of ...

Washington Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


Friedrich Merz holds talks with Emmanuel Macron over nuclear ...
Macron plans to give a speech about nuclear deterrence later this month, according to several people close to the matter. Unlike Britain's nuclear deterrent ...

Financial Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Neighbors shaken by violence as man dies in shooting on Garland ...
I don't like it,” a resident who did not want to be identified said. “It was too much, too close to where people have got kids and stuff around here. We don ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Pastor at Kannapolis church dismissed after past sexual allegations ...
“As a victim of sexual abuse, as a child, it actually caused me to be closer to God and cling to my faith,” said a woman, who did not want to be identified.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Trump privately lashes out at GOP lawmakers over racist video ...
... sources familiar with his comments told CNN. The president railed against South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott — the sole Black Republican senator and chair of the ...

CNN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Mike Evans not expected to retire this offseason - MSN
Jenna Laine of ESPN writes that based on conversations with sources close to Buccaneers WR Mike Evans, it's “less likely” he'll retire this offseason.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro Fails to Impress Investors - Bloomberg.com
... requested anonymity to speak about the matter. The candidate's pitch — delivered by video rather than in-person — underwhelmed with vague pledges of tax ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


Hungary Accuses Ukraine of Blocking Oil Following Russian Strike
The operation of the pipeline has not been restored, according to people familiar with the matter in Ukraine's government who requested anonymity, as the matter ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


Philadelphia Eagles, minus star QB Jalen Hurts, visit White House
... requested anonymity told The Associated Press and Nexstar's NewsNation. Asked by a reporter on the red carpet of the Time 100 Gala last week whether he ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Mexican officials feared El Paso airspace closure signaled ... - MSN
... requested anonymity to discuss internal matters. In recent months, the U.S. government has ramped up counter-drone operations on the southern border ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Congress barrels toward Homeland Security shutdown without off ...
A Democratic senator who requested anonymity said the failure to reach a deal to reform ICE since the fatal shooting of two protesters in Minneapolis ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Arizona sheriff denies withholding key evidence on Nancy Guthrie ...
“It risks further slowing a case that grows more urgent by the minute,” the source said to Reuters, noting that a masked and gloved suspect captured on ...

The Guardian  ∙  February 13, 2026


Gunmen kill at least 32 people in northern Nigeria, residents say
The source said the victims were shot dead or had their throats slit. Most of the homes in the village were burned down, and apart from those already ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Lebanon moves to curb illegal weapons sources - MSN
A source briefed on the matter told Reuters that US envoys Steve Witkoff... 1. Stay Fit and Fabulous With Amazon. Microsoft. Stay Fit and Fabulous With Amazon.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Hamas bid to join Gaza administration faces rejection - MSN
A source briefed on the matter told Reuters that US envoys Steve Witkoff... 15% or more off spontaneous stays. Booking.com. 15% or more off spontaneous stays.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


FDA refuses to consider Moderna flu shot in move experts claim is ...
The FDA official who refused to be named on Wednesday dismissed the reporting as “gossip in the hallways of the FDA” from “a disgruntled person getting ...

The Guardian  ∙  February 13, 2026


Desperate Thornville residents struggle without electricity and food ...
Another victim of the power outage, who refused to be named, said his children had to go school after taking a cold bath in the morning and without breakfast.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Going back to dollar? Russia floats US partnership with plans for oil ...
They declined to be named because the memo is private. They added that moving away from China would be difficult, as Beijing has become an essential ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Trump admin rips Mamdani, local Dems as activists override gov't ...
A source familiar with the situation tells Fox News Digital that an American flag was previously not displayed at the monument and park officials had to ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Nike to raise prices over Trump tariffs - MSN
Footwear priced between $100 and $150 will increase by $5. Shoes priced at more than $150 could face a $10 upcharge, a person familiar with the matter told The ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Arkansas man wins $680K Natural State Jackpot, plans to split it ...
The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket at Park Hill Shell, located on 3100 J.F.K. Blvd. in North Little Rock. Should You ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Morgan Stanley seeks to raise $500M for India fund strategy - report
The banking giant's asset management arm has approached investors on the plan, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because the conversations ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Buckhead condo tenants say they've been left without running water ...
"An explanation wouldn't make a difference," said one tenant who asked not to be identified. "I just want it fixed." With no usable plumbing inside their ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Royal source: Charles didn't contribute to Andrew's £12M to Giuffre
The remainder of the £12million was apparently raised by a donations from other royals - b ut a source close to the King has denied reports that Charles ever ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Rep. James Clyburn Weighing Presidential Endorsement Ahead of ...
... a source close to the congressman. "I have a wife and three daughters, so you figure it out," Clyburn said, laughing. "They are my family, they are my ...

ABC News  ∙  February 13, 2026


Cops hunt adults who led 200 students in anti-ICE school walkout
Another woman, who also refused to be identified, admitted she was at the protest but was only there to keep the kids company and help them cross the streets.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


India's top private refiner gets US license to buy Venezuelan oil - MSN
... reported on Friday, citing sources with knowledge of the situation. Should You Leave Assets to Your Children in a Trust or as a Gift? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Meta plans to hire Safe Superintelligence CEO Daniel Gross ... - MSN
... The Information reported, citing sources with knowledge of the matter. Safe Superintelligence is an AI startup founded by former OpenAI chief scienti...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Canada, Denmark deepen defence ties after Greenland annexation ...
Senior federal officials, speaking on background at a technical briefing this week, said the new agreement captures and improves upon many of the aspects of ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Apple Ramps Up Work on Glasses, Pendant, and Camera AirPods ...
... asked not to be identified because the plans haven't been announced. A spokesperson for Cupertino, California-based Apple declined to comment.

Yahoo Finance  ∙  February 13, 2026


Bad Bunny and his Super Bowl halftime show just had a brush with ...
... a person with direct knowledge of the matter. The agency is said to have shelved any additional scrutiny barring further evidence, this person added. Expand ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Epstein files: A treasure trove of content for TikTok creators - MSN
... asked to be identified by his first name. The question of trust aside, the smartphone-wielding public outnumbers dwindling journalists. The same week of the ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


How Minnesota's singing resistance is expanding across the nation
Zoom out: The Twin Cities movement is only the beginning, said organizer Sarah, who declined to give her last name because of security concerns. The group ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Canada's defence industrial strategy is big on ambition, but not ...
“What is good about this document is that finally we have one,” said one defence procurement insider speaking on background. “Great. We are now at the ...

None  ∙  February 13, 2026


Nvidia to lease Nevada data center financed by junk bonds: report
... with knowledge of the matter. The bond deal was increased to $150M on Thursday, amid strong demand for the offering. Yields on the bonds may be around 6 ...

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Eyeing the Midterms, Kennedy Pivots Toward Food and Away From ...
Kennedy to focus on issues that unite people and to de-emphasize vaccine policy, according to a person familiar with internal strategy discussions who spoke ...

New York Times  ∙  February 12, 2026


Germany Is Trying to Shield Defense Firms From China
... according to a person familiar with the matter. Yet these changes come with inevitable costs. Chinese supplies are typically cheaper than the alternatives ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 12, 2026


Exclusive: China buyers snap up U.S. sorghum, Australian barley as ...
All the sources declined to be identified as they were not authorised to speak to the media. By January 29, data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...

Reuters  ∙  February 12, 2026


Vietnam's To Lam expected to attend Board of Peace meeting in US ...
The sources, who declined to be named because the information was not public, said the visit could also include announcements on aviation-related commercial ...

Reuters  ∙  February 12, 2026


In Hong Kong's IPO boom, Chinese banks face talent crunch test
... declined to be named as the deliberations were private. Advertisement · Scroll to continue. The rush to raise capital in Hong Kong intensified in recent ...

Reuters  ∙  February 12, 2026