Our Mission: Truth Without Compromise
PulseWire was founded on a single conviction — that the public deserves journalism that serves them, not advertisers, not political parties, not powerful institutions. We report what we find, even when it's uncomfortable.
As one of America's fastest-growing digital newsrooms, we cover the stories that matter most: from the halls of Congress to the streets of Kyiv, from Silicon Valley boardrooms to the communities most affected by policy decisions.
We believe an informed citizenry is the foundation of democracy. That's why our core news coverage is free, always. Every story we publish is held to the same standard: is it accurate? Is it fair? Does it serve the public interest?
We are editorially independent. Our newsroom makes its own decisions, free from commercial or political pressure. Our funding comes from reader subscriptions, advertising, and philanthropic support — never from political organizations or government sources.
What We Stand For
Accuracy First
Every fact is verified before publication. We maintain a dedicated corrections team and publish corrections prominently and promptly when we get things wrong.
Independent Reporting
Our editorial decisions are made by journalists, not advertisers or executives. No story is killed, softened, or shaped by commercial pressure.
Global Perspective
With bureaus on six continents and correspondents in over 40 countries, we bring a genuinely global lens to American and international news.
Open Access
Core news coverage is free for everyone. We believe access to credible information should not be a privilege reserved for those who can afford it.
Diverse Voices
Our newsroom reflects the country we cover. We actively recruit journalists from underrepresented backgrounds and prioritize diverse sourcing.
Source Protection
We take the protection of confidential sources seriously. Whistleblowers and vulnerable sources can contact us securely through our encrypted tip line.
Our Leadership Team
James Harrington
Former Washington Post political editor with 22 years of international reporting experience across five continents.
Dr. Amy Chen
PhD in Economics from MIT. Previously chief economics correspondent for Bloomberg and the Financial Times.
Carl Whitman
20-year veteran of political journalism. Covered six presidential campaigns and four administrations from the White House press pool.
Sandra Mills
Former Reuters bureau chief in Beijing, Moscow, and Cairo. Speaks five languages. Pulitzer Prize finalist, 2021.
Marcus Reed
Former Wired senior editor. Has covered Silicon Valley for 15 years and is a leading voice on AI policy and digital rights.
Lisa Park
MD from Johns Hopkins. Named one of the most influential health journalists in America by the Columbia Journalism Review.
Robert Kwame
Media industry veteran with 25 years in digital publishing. Built three successful news brands before co-founding PulseWire in 2018.
Nina Torres
Former VP at The Atlantic and Condé Nast. Oversees PulseWire's global operations, partnerships, and audience strategy.
Our Story
PulseWire Is Founded
James Harrington and Robert Kwame launch PulseWire from a small office in midtown Manhattan with a team of 12 journalists and a commitment to free, independent digital news. The site reaches 500,000 readers in its first month.
First International Bureaus Open
PulseWire opens bureaus in London, Brussels, and Beijing, marking our commitment to first-hand international reporting rather than relying on wire services alone.
COVID-19 Coverage Earns National Recognition
Our science and health team's pandemic reporting — including breaking the early superspreader story and exposing PPE shortages — earns PulseWire its first Society of Professional Journalists Award.
10 Million Monthly Readers
PulseWire crosses 10 million monthly readers, becoming one of the fastest-growing digital news outlets in the United States. We expand our newsroom to 80 journalists.
Pulitzer Prize Nomination
Our investigative team is nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for a year-long investigation into foreign interference in U.S. infrastructure. The investigation leads to two Congressional hearings.
PulseWire Reaches 30 Million Readers
We expand to 18 global bureaus and 220 staff journalists. PulseWire launches its podcast network and live video operation, becoming a true multiplatform news brand.
42 Million Monthly Readers & Growing
Today, PulseWire is read in over 180 countries and is recognized as one of the most trusted sources of global news for American audiences. We remain proudly independent.