Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Live updates: Maduro arrives in New York after capture; Trump says ...
... sources said. The officials say they expect a court appearance as soon as or by tomorrow evening. 1d ago / 5:37 PM EST. Maduro steps off plane on U.S. soil.

NBC News  ∙  January 3, 2026


How US forces captured Venezuela's Maduro in 'extraordinary' raid ...
Maduro and monitor his movements, according to people briefed on the matter. The intelligence campaign began as early as August, combining human sources ...

New York Post  ∙  January 3, 2026


Family mourns 11-year-old girl shot, killed at West End playground
"She wasn't away from me for half an hour, and she was gone," said her grandmother, Terra, who did not want her last name used. Expand article logo Continue ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Top Republicans praise Venezuela operation as some lawmakers ...
... not authorized to speak on the record. Lawmakers from both parties have called for broader meetings and briefings. Top Congressional Republicans praised ...

NPR  ∙  January 3, 2026


Arguments about international law likely won't help Maduro in court ...
... not authorized to speak on the record. Maduro's capture and indictment have drawn protests from some lawmakers and scholars, who say international law does ...

Washington Post  ∙  January 3, 2026


US capture of Maduro may be illegal; that likely won't help in court
... not authorized to speak on the record. Expand article logo Continue reading. Related video: Democrats sound alarm on possible start to new open-ended war in ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Sanctions news - Today's latest updates - Page 5 - CBS News
Senior administration officials said the move is meant to deter future wrongful detentions as families call on the U.S. government to do more. Apr 27, 2023.

CBS News  ∙  January 3, 2026


Trump's Venezuelan operation draws praise from GOP, anger from ...
“In recent briefings to Congress, senior administration officials said they were focused on combatting drug trafficking, not regime change, and made clear ...

Washington Times  ∙  January 3, 2026


What We Know About the U.S. Operation in Venezuela and ...
No Americans were killed, Mr. Trump said. Two U.S. officials speaking on the condition of anonymity said that about half a dozen soldiers were injured in the ...

New York Times  ∙  January 3, 2026


See How Maduro's Capture Unfolded After U.S. Strikes in ...
... on the condition of anonymity to describe preliminary reports. Capturing Maduro. Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said forces ...

New York Times  ∙  January 3, 2026


China condemns U.S. strike in Venezuela, hours after diplomat met ...
... on the condition of anonymity because they are not authorized to speak to media. On Saturday, China's Foreign Ministry issued a sharp rebuke of the U.S. ...

Washington Post  ∙  January 3, 2026


What to Know About the Protests in Iran - The New York Times
Asal, who would only be identified by her first name for fear of reprisals. “If my country is set right by my death, I am content.” How have officials ...

New York Times  ∙  January 3, 2026


The US has captured Venezuelan leader Maduro. Here's what to ...
However, a handful of troops sustained bullet and shrapnel wounds, a source briefed on the matter told CNN. Caine also said that one aircraft “was hit, but ...

CNN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Venezuela's oil exports paralyzed amid political turmoil, sources say ...
... sources close to sources close to operations said on Saturday. The paralysis emerges as the U.S. ...

Reuters  ∙  January 3, 2026


Police search home of Riverview Mayor Mike Cornell amid active ...
One resident, who declined to give her name as she returned from work, was unaware of the scene until she arrived on the Mayor's street. "Oh wow, that's ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


T20 WC 2026: 'Pakistan submit provisional squad; yet to make it ...
... a source said. The source also said that January 1 was the deadline given by the ICC for the participating teams to submit their provisional squads, and the ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


'Iraq 2.0': Democrats seethe at Trump's surprise Venezuela strike
... a person with direct knowledge granted anonymity to discuss private outreach. While several Republican lawmakers said Saturday they had been personally ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Inside the Metropolitan Detention Center: The New York jail set to ...
... airport, according to multiple officials briefed on the matter. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This "Side Sleeper" Trick · Ad. Derila. The officials ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Tottenham plotting record-breaking winger move as high-ranking ...
Sources with knowledge of the search have confirmed to us that Greek international Christos Tzolis is a player who is hugely respected by Spurs' analytics ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Starmer's first threat of the new year is a restless Labour right
... on condition of anonymity discussing internal party matters. Government Ministers Attend Weekly Cabinet ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Report: RHP Tatsuya Imai and Astros agree to $54 million, 3-year ...
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the agreement had not been announced. Imai gets a $2 million signing bonus and salaries of $16 ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Ole Miss coach clarifies status of LSU-bound assistants before CFP ...
The assistants who followed Kiffin were allowed to coach the Rebels up until this point, but an anonymous source told ESPN that there “are going to be some ...

MSN  ∙  January 3, 2026


Dodgers get positive update on Kyle Tucker amidst slow-moving ...
According to a person briefed on the team's plans,” the insiders wrote. “The club, however, would entertain a shorter three-to-four-year deal with a high ...

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


Tatsuya Imai: RHP agrees to 3-year, $54M deal with Houston Astros
Right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Houston Astros have agreed to a thee-year, $54 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The ...

Chicago Tribune  ∙  January 2, 2026


Not Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur! This venue is likely to host ...
... League (IPL), sources familiar with the matter told IANS on Friday. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This "Side Sleeper" Trick · Ad. Derila.

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


GTA 6 delayed to 2027? Viral rumours spark panic as insiders shut ...
This comes after new rumours about Grand Theft Auto 6 being pushed back to 2027 surfaced online, but sources familiar with the matter moved quickly to debunk ...

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


Maniac accused of randomly shoving 72-year-old into NYC subway ...
4 train pulling into the 161-Yankee Stadium station around 3:30 a.m., cops and sources said. The helpless victim was knocked unconscious during the attack, and ...

New York Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Exclusive: India asks refiners for weekly Russian oil import data as it ...
... sources," said one of the sources, a government official. The sources, who all declined to be named as they were not authorised to speak to media on the ...

Reuters  ∙  January 2, 2026


US team likely to visit India next week for trade talks: Sources
New Delhi: A team of officials from the US is expected to visit India next week for talks on the proposed bilateral trade agreement, sources said on Thursday.

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


Off-duty ICE officer allegedly shoots and kills man firing gun outside ...
Sources said it appears that the man had no connection to the ICE officer before the shooting. ICE's Office of Professional Responsibility is coordinating ...

ABC News  ∙  January 2, 2026


Minnesota Gophers adding Isaac Fruechte, Mohamed Ibrahim to ...
Mohamed Ibrahim, the Gophers' all-time leading rusher, is returning to Minnesota as running backs coach, the source said. He replaces Jayden Everett, who ...

Star Tribune  ∙  January 2, 2026


Trump vows US 'locked and loaded' to help Iran protesters if Islamic ...
There was a telegraphed response from the Iranians and we back-channeled to each other that we wouldn't escalate further,” the source said. “Hard to see ...

New York Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Exclusive | Saks owner races to raise $1B in financing as CEO steps ...
If those talks fail, the capital could take the form of debtor-in-possession financing in a Chapter 11 reorganization, the source said. Advertisement. Marc ...

New York Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Tommy Lee Jones' daughter found dead in S.F. from apparent ...
Sources familiar with the investigation said the death was being treated as an accidental overdose, though that detail was not immediately confirmed ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  January 2, 2026


Exclusive: Elliott partner Jason Genrich has left hedge fund, sources ...
... people familiar with the matter people familiar with the matter. Genrich, 38, was a partner and senior portfolio manager and will ...

Reuters  ∙  January 2, 2026


Citadel's Flagship Hedge Fund Climbed 10.2% Last Year - Bloomberg
... just short of major competitor Millennium Management, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified citing private information.

Bloomberg  ∙  January 2, 2026


China reaches 8 MMT of US soybeans purchased in 2025
China has bought at least 8 million tons of US soybeans this year, according to people familiar with the matter, putting the world's top importer on track ...

USA Today  ∙  January 2, 2026


Saks CEO steps down ahead of expected bankruptcy filing
... people familiar with the matter. Genrich, 38, was a partner and senior portfolio manager and will remain a consultant at Elliott until the middle of this ...

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


Saints receiver Chris Olave expected to miss season finale at ...
The person spoke with the AP on Thursday on condition of anonymity because it's a health matter. Olave is expected to miss the club's regular-season finale ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  January 2, 2026


Monique, Spencer Tepe shooting jolts Weinland Park neighbors
A couple who live near the Tepes' home spoke to the Dispatch on the condition of anonymity because they are afraid of the suspects who remain at large. The ...

USA Today  ∙  January 2, 2026


Teacher and a teenage student killed in a shooting at a Christian ...
The official spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the ongoing investigation. Police blocked off roads around the ...

Star Tribune  ∙  January 2, 2026


Dolphins tab ESPN's Troy Aikman to help with their GM search - The ...
... on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the topic. Still, there is a potential conflict with a broadcaster working for a team that he ...

Washington Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Zelensky taps military intelligence chief Budanov to run presidential ...
... on the condition of anonymity to speak candidly about sensitive diplomacy. Despite his reputation for being aggressive and hawkish, Budanov played a quiet ...

Washington Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Iran protests turn deadly as rights groups report killings - The ...
... on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue. Past American presidents have sometimes been hesitant to wade into overseas protests ...

Washington Post  ∙  January 2, 2026


Saks C.E.O. Steps Down as Company Struggles to Pay Down Debt ...
Saks missed an interest payment on its debt Tuesday and is now considering its options, including bankruptcy, a person with knowledge of the matter said.

New York Times  ∙  January 2, 2026


Nexus Says Not Discussing Pipeline Financing With Nigeria's NNPC ...
29 citing people with knowledge of the matter. An NNPC spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Copy Link. Follow all new stories ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 2, 2026


Bridgewater, D.E. Shaw Among Biggest Hedge Fund Gainers in 2025
Bridgewater's Pure Alpha II macro fund returned 34% last year, its best ever, while the All Weather strategy rose 20%, a person with knowledge of the matter ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 2, 2026


D.E. Shaw Pauses Cash Returns as Hedge Funds Soar Up to 28 ...
The money manager's flagship multistrategy Composite hedge fund gained an estimated 18.5% last year, according to a person with knowledge of the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  January 2, 2026


Hired driver's drunken state lands family at Juhu police station on ...
The businessman, an Andheri West resident who did not wish to be identified, told mid-day it was not his family's fault at all that the driver was drunk. “I ...

MSN  ∙  January 2, 2026


AQR Capital Management posts double-digit returns in 2025, says ...
Billionaire investor Cliff Asness's AQR Capital Management finished last year with double-digit returns across its funds, a person familiar with the matter ...

Reuters  ∙  January 2, 2026