Jennifer Wallace
Freelance Journalist · Seattle, WA
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Jennifer Wallace is a freelance journalist based in Seattle, Washington, covering government, business, technology, public policy, and developments throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her assignments often involve subjects that span both the public and private sectors. Wallace is interested in examining the facts behind major announcements and following stories as additional information becomes available. Her reporting emphasizes independent verification, transparent sourcing, and clear explanations for readers who may not have specialized knowledge of the subject.
Articles by Jennifer Wallace
125 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
Google Discloses AI Hacks After Journal Inquiry
Google revealed its Gemini model hacked three systems after Wall Street Journal questions. The company notified authorities but initially withheld details because no damage occurred.
Defense Rests in D.C. Council Member White Bribery Trial
The defense rested its case Friday in the federal bribery trial of D.C. Council member Trayon White. Prosecutors allege White accepted $35,000 in cash for government contracts while witnesses denied he performed official acts.
Malaysia's Sultan Grants Najib Conditional Pardon for House Arrest
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar granted a conditional pardon allowing Najib Razak to serve his sentence under house arrest until August 2028.
Lula Signs Decree Raising Bolsa Familia Benefits by 15 Percent in Brazil
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed a decree increasing Bolsa Familia payments by 15 percent to match inflation. The adjustment will cost the government 5.8 billion reais in 2026 and 22 billion reais in 2027.
173rd Airborne Brigade Begins Saber Junction 26 in Germany
The 173rd Airborne Brigade started Exercise Saber Junction 26 with over 2,100 allied troops in Germany. Ukrainian advisors joined the drill to share drone warfare lessons from recent combat operations.
Insurers Propose 15% ACA Premium Rise for 2027
Health insurers propose an average 15% premium increase for Affordable Care Act plans in 2027. Employer benefit costs per worker are also expected to rise by an average of 8.2% next year.
EPA Proposes Weakening Methane Rules for Stripper Wells
The EPA proposes weakening leak inspections and ending super-emitter tracking for over 700,000 stripper wells. The agency states the rule could save companies $42 billion through 2050.
Fox, Roku Get DOJ Second Request on $22 Billion Deal
Fox Corp. disclosed a U.S. Justice Department second request for information on its Roku acquisition. The regulatory review extends the timeline before the $22 billion deal can close in 2027.
Buckmaster Says OpenAI Used His Research
Tristan Buckmaster alleges OpenAI used his unpublished work to solve the Navier-Stokes problem. He claims employees offered collaboration that excluded his Anthropic-affiliated co-author.
Holmes Documentary Premieres at Telluride Film Festival
The film You Can See Everything debuted Sunday at the Telluride Film Festival. It documents Elizabeth Holmes before her 2023 prison entry while she maintains innocence.
Democratic Socialists of America Reach 120,000 Members
The Democratic Socialists of America reported reaching 120,000 members following electoral wins in New York City. The group's candidates won nine out of 10 races during the June 2025 elections.
BepiColombo Enters Mercury Orbit in November 2026
The BepiColombo mission will enter orbit around Mercury on November 21, 2026. This arrival makes it the first mission to deploy two independent orbiters around another planet.
India Police Apprehend Fugitive Manjit Singh Bedi
Jalandhar Commissionerate Police apprehended Manjit Singh Bedi, who fled to India after a federal warrant issued in 2026. The FBI offers a reward of up to $150,000 for information leading to his conviction on fraud charges.
Pac-12 Adds Seven Teams From Mountain West, Sun Belt
The Pac-12 reconstituted its roster by adding seven universities from the Mountain West and Sun Belt conferences. This expansion followed the departure of ten original members to the Big Ten, Big 12, and ACC.
Secret Service Skips Policy Updates After Majority of 83 Incidents
The Secret Service did not update protection policies following a majority of 83 security incidents from fiscal year 2015 through 2025.
Wild Horse Nine Premieres at Venice Film Festival
Martin McDonagh's film Wild Horse Nine debuted Thursday at the Venice Film Festival. The movie stars Sam Rockwell and John Malkovich as CIA agents on Easter Island.
Fed's Waller Links Rate Hike to August Inflation Data
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said next week's inflation report will determine his support for a rate hike this month. Market odds for an increase dropped after he expressed willingness to hold rates steady.
FBI Seizes Hamas Domains and $560,000 in Crypto | U.S. Action
The FBI seized domains used by Hamas and confiscated $560,000 in cryptocurrency. Officials stated the action disrupts funding for recruitment and attacks while identifying thousands of potential donors.
LSU Opens Season Against Clemson With Kiffin as Coach
Lane Kiffin begins his first season as LSU head coach with Sam Leavitt starting at quarterback against Clemson. The 2026 College Football Playoff expands to 12 teams, featuring automatic bids for four major conference champions.
USS Abraham Lincoln Docks in Thailand After 270 Days
The USS Abraham Lincoln arrived at Laem Chabang port early Wednesday for a rest stop after more than 270 consecutive days at sea.
Pacibekitug Cuts Inflammation in Kidney Disease Trial
Tourmaline Bio reported pacibekitug reduced inflammatory markers by up to 89% in a phase 2 trial. The drug showed no new safety signals as researchers plan a larger phase 3 study.
Taylor Swift Donates $50,000 to Injured Nursing Assistant
Taylor Swift gave $50,000 to a GoFundMe for Ashley Taunton, a Connecticut nursing assistant injured rescuing teens.
Clyburn Regrets 1991 Support for Justice Thomas
Rep. Jim Clyburn stated he made a mistake supporting Clarence Thomas in 1991. He also said Democrats should prioritize affordability over impeaching President Trump.
Democrats Shift Focus From Climate to Economy for 2026
Democratic leaders are prioritizing economic affordability over climate change messaging ahead of the 2026 election cycle.