T. Christian Miller
I’m a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter dedicated to accountability, transparency and data-driven journalism.
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I am interested in hearing from insiders and whistleblowers — people who know how their organizations work and what is going wrong. I welcome documents and data that deliver concrete evidence.
What I Cover
I’m a longtime investigative reporter who writes frequently about the military, veterans and international affairs. It’s my job to shine light in dark places.
My Background
I’ve worked as a journalist for 30 years, covering war, politics and abuses of power in the U.S. and abroad. My work, in collaboration with colleagues, has been recognized with two Pulitzer Prizes and three Emmy Awards. I have extensive experience with public records and data-driven reporting. I focus on writing in-depth narrative investigations to engage readers and help them understand their world.
I have a passion for mentoring investigative journalists and have served as an adjunct professor at UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism. I’ve been a member and treasurer of the Board of Directors for Investigative Reporters & Editors. In 2011, I was selected to be a Knight Fellow at Stanford University.
I’ve written two books: “Blood Money: Wasted Billions, Lost Lives and Corporate Greed in Iraq” and “A False Report: A True Story of Rape in America.” My work with my colleague Ken Armstrong was the basis for the Netflix miniseries “Unbelievable,” which won a Peabody Award and attracted 32 million viewers worldwide.
While on staff at the Los Angeles Times, I was a foreign correspondent based in Bogotá, Colombia, where I covered the guerrilla conflict and its connection to Washington’s war on drugs. While there, I was briefly captured and held hostage by leftist guerrillas. I graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with highest honors. I am based in the San Francisco Bay area.
My Commitment to Sources
I pride myself on my ability to report sensitive stories with compassion and rigor. I keep my word and fiercely protect my sources.
My Commitment to Ethics
I am deeply committed to fair, honest and ethical reporting. I don’t take shortcuts or cheap shots. I subscribe to ProPublica’s Code of Conduct. The trust of my readers is paramount.
Soldiers With Brain Trauma Denied Purple Hearts, Adding Insult to Injury
Soldiers with mild traumatic brain injuries have been denied Purple Hearts, even though the injury is specifically mentioned as eligible for one.
Rep. Teague Pledges Deeper Inquiry Into Treatment for Brain-Injured Soldiers
Rep. Harry Teague promises to dramatically expand an inquiry into the treatment of soldiers who have suffered mild traumatic brain injuries. The New Mexico Democrat opened his investigation after our reports that the military seemed to be ignoring many of those injuries.
Fort Bliss Says It Will Examine Its Handling of Brain Injuries
After soldiers' reports of problems, officials at Fort Bliss tell a congressman that they will review the base's care for traumatic brain injuries. But the base is now providing information that seems to contradict earlier statements.
Pentagon Shifts Its Story About Departure of Leader of Brain Injury Center
The Pentagon now says that a general who led the military’s effort to handle brain injuries was asked to step down. A spokeswoman for the general had earlier said that the reassignment was routine.
Pentagon Issues New Policy for Diagnosing and Treating Brain Injuries
The new rules address weaknesses in the handling of mild traumatic brain injuries, requiring rest periods and enhanced tracking for soldiers exposed to blasts.
Leader of Military’s Program to Treat Brain Injuries Steps Down Abruptly
After criticism of her program's work, an Army general resigns as the director of a center that focuses on troops' brain injuries. ProPublica and NPR have reported that the military is failing to diagnose and treat traumatic brain injuries in many troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Congress Demands Answers on Brain Injury Care at Texas Base
Three congressmen are questioning officials at Fort Bliss about soldiers' frustrations in getting treatment for concussions. An investigation by ProPublica and NPR found that soldiers at the Texas base struggled to receive diagnosis and care for their injuries.
Soldier Brain Injuries to Get Senate Scrutiny After ProPublica, NPR Report
Responding to an investigation by ProPublica and NPR, Sen. Carl Levin said he would expand a hearing on soldier suicides to include a more extensive discussion of the military’s handling of traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Top Officer Says Military Takes Brain Injuries 'Extremely Seriously'
The Army's vice chief of staff says it takes the treatment of soldiers with mild traumatic brain injuries "very seriously." Gen. Peter Chiarelli said the military plans to evaluate soldiers exposed to nearby blasts by two separate tests before being returned to the battlefield. But our investigation has found problems with the tests now being used.