Michael Isikoff
Michael Isikoff is an American investigative journalist known for his work with Newsweek, NBC News, and Yahoo News. He has reported extensively on national security, politics, and government affairs, and is known for his coverage of the Monica Lewinsky scandal and the U.S. government's post-9/11 policies.
Books
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1. Uncovering Clinton
A Reporter’s Story
This investigative work delves into the intricate web of political scandals and controversies surrounding a prominent American political figure during the 1990s. It offers a detailed examination of the events leading up to and following a high-profile impeachment trial, shedding light on the complex interplay of power, media, and personal indiscretions. Through meticulous research and insider accounts, the narrative uncovers the behind-the-scenes maneuvers and the relentless pursuit of truth amidst a charged political atmosphere, providing a comprehensive look at a pivotal moment in American political history.
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2. Russian Roulette
The Inside Story of Putin's War on America and the Election of Donald Trump
A tightly reported investigative account of Russia's efforts to influence the 2016 U.S. presidential election and the tangled web of contacts between Russian operatives and figures tied to the Trump campaign, drawing on interviews, leaked documents, and intelligence assessments to trace cyberattacks, information operations, and private meetings. The narrative follows key players and intermediaries, details how Moscow exploited political and business vulnerabilities, and examines the subsequent FBI and congressional probes, arguing that the episode revealed a coordinated, multifaceted campaign that exposed weaknesses in American political institutions and raised enduring questions about foreign interference and accountability.
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3. Hubris
The Inside Story of Spin, Scandal, and the Selling of the Iraq War
A tightly reported account of the run-up to the Iraq War that traces how administration officials and allied intelligence agencies reshaped and overstated evidence about weapons of mass destruction, used selective leaks and political spin to build public support for invasion, and pressured the intelligence community and press into accepting shaky claims; drawing on interviews, documents, and reporting, it chronicles the policy choices, institutional failures, and deceptive tactics that led to a flawed case for war and the erosion of public trust.