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Biography

I'm currently the American University fellow at the Center for Public Integrity. I work on the money in politics team at CPI while getting my master's degree in journalism at American. My freelance pieces have appeared in The Detroit News, The Washington Post online and more. Formerly: managing editor of Philanthropy magazine, reporter for the Washington Examiner, editor-in-chief of The Collegian. While at the Examiner, I wrote a series of stories that inspired the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to demand reform at a local airports agency and that earned me two investigative journalism prizes. I live in Washington, D.C.

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  The Little-Known Bureaucrats Tearing Through American Universities

  By Liz Essley Whyte Verified, Douglas Belkin Verified, Sara Randazzo Verified

  Apr. 14, 2025

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  Exclusive | Trump Administration Wants to Install Federal Oversight of Columbia University

  By Liz Essley Whyte Verified, Douglas Belkin Verified

  Apr. 10, 2025

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The Wall Street Journal

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) is a prominent American daily newspaper, established on July 8, 1889. It specializes in business, finance, and global news, making it one of the most influential newspapers in the U.S. The WSJ is owned by Dow Jones & Company, a subsidiary of News Corp, which acquired it in 2007. The WSJ publishes six days a week and offers both print and digital subscriptions. It provides comprehensive coverage of various topics, including business, finance, politics, and lifestyle. The newspaper features a well-regarded opinion section and includes special sections like Market Data, Personal Finance, and Life & Arts. With a readership that includes financial professionals, business leaders, and individual investors, the WSJ is a key resource for those seeking insights into market trends and economic policies. The WSJ has received numerous accolades for its journalism, including 39 Pulitzer Prizes, and has a significant digital presence with over 3 million digital subscribers.