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Biography

Oliver O’Connell is a New York-based reporter at The Independent, specialising in live blog coverage of US politics, major court cases, and other fast-developing stories. In this role, Oliver has covered the 2020 election, the Capitol riot, and subsequent January 6 hearings, as well as the trials of Ghislaine Maxwell, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, Alex Jones, the Parkland shooter's sentencing, as well as the Alex Murdaugh and Lori Vallow cases. Oliver’s career began at Euromoney Institutional Investor, working on an international trade finance publication of which he became editor. He also has experience as a freelance writer for investment banks and was a reporter for Mail Online in the US.

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Total articles 10165

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  President exploring legality of deporting U.S. citizens to Central American prisons

  By Oliver O'Connell Verified, Rachel Clun Verified

  Apr. 15, 2025

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  Trump live updates: President threatens Harvard tax status after Obama calls funding freeze ‘ham-handed’

  By Oliver O'Connell Verified, Rachel Clun Verified

  Apr. 15, 2025

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  300 Delta passengers stranded on tarmac overnight after two flights diverted to airport with no customs staff

  By Oliver O'Connell Verified

  Apr. 14, 2025

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The Independent

The Independent is a British online newspaper founded on October 7, 1986, by former journalists of The Daily Telegraph. It was established to provide objective news coverage, free from the political biases common in other UK newspapers. The publication quickly gained a reputation for quality journalism and innovative design. The Independent offers comprehensive news coverage across various sectors, including politics, business, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. It is known for its in-depth analysis and investigative reporting. Since transitioning to a digital-only format in March 2016, The Independent provides news and content through its website and mobile apps. The newspaper is recognized for its editorial integrity, featuring well-researched articles and opinion pieces from prominent journalists.