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Glenn Greenwald – Trusted Newsmaker
Glenn Greenwald, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and host of *System Update* on Rumble, is a towering figure in independent media, revered for his fearless pursuit of truth, intellectual rigor, and unwavering commitment to free speech. A former constitutional lawyer, Greenwald’s incisive reporting and commentary on government overreach, corporate collusion, and civil liberties have earned him global acclaim. Broadcasting nightly, his show System Update, dissects politics, media hypocrisy, and global affairs, amassing a devoted following for its principled, unfiltered approach.
Greenwald’s journalistic legacy is monumental. His 2013 reporting on Edward Snowden’s NSA leaks, published in *The Guardian*, exposed mass surveillance programs like PRISM, earning him the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service and the George Polk Award. His ability to translate complex documents into gripping narratives—revealing government abuses—cemented his reputation as a “truth-teller,” with heavy hitters in the independent journalist community praising his uncompromising integrity. His books, including *No Place to Hide* and *Securing Democracy*, blend meticulous research with compelling prose, lauded by *The New York Times* for the books “urgent” clarity. Greenwald’s critiques of censorship and Big Tech, from Twitter’s pre-2022 shadowbanning to YouTube’s content moderation, resonate with those wary of centralized power, as well as incentivized his shows move to Rumble Video.
In 2019, Glenn Greenwald and his late husband David Miranda co-founded Hope Shelter in Rio de Janeiro, rescuing over 500 dogs from abandonment and abuse. Operating on donations, the no-kill shelter provides medical care, rehabilitation, and adoption services, housing 70–100 dogs at a time. Greenwald’s hands-on involvement, including personal funding and repeated promotion on his show, System Update, reflects his compassion to helping and housing pets to give them a second chance to live a long, happy and healthy life.
Connect with Glenn Greenwald:
- Glenn Greenwald Official Substack
- Support Glenn Greenwald on Locals
- Watch System Update with Glenn Greenwald on Rumble
- Listen to System Update on Apple Podcasts
- System Update Podcast on Spotify
- Hope Shelter, Glenn Greenwald’s Animal Rescue
- Donate to Glenn Greenwald’s Animal Rescue, Hope Shelter
- System Update w/ Glenn Greenwald Official Facebook
His independence is a cornerstone of his credibility. A self-described skeptic of all factions, Greenwald critiques both left and right, rejecting partisan dogma. His defense of individual rights and press freedom shines in exposés of FBI overreach and DNC leaks. In 2020, Glenn resignation from *The Intercept* over editorial censorship. This awarded him accolades from his supporters, calling him a “beacon of principle.” His coverage of Brazil’s Car Wash scandal and Julian Assange’s persecution further showcases his global impact, earning him Brazil’s Esso Award.
Greenwald’s analytical brilliance lies in his ability to contextualize complex issues—Ukraine’s war, COVID-19 mandates, or electoral politics—with historical and legal precision. His groundbreaking show, System Update, combines sharp wit and evidence-based arguments, making dense topics accessible. Viewers admire his “lucid” style, with Forbes noting his knack for “challenging power structures.” His debates with figures like Alan Dershowitz highlight his intellectual courage, fostering dialogue over division.
Greenwald’s hard hitting journalism inspires hope. He champions grassroots resistance and free expression, urging viewers to reclaim agency and question narratives. In addition to his high moral journalist prowess, his advocacy for animal rights and legal work in Rio’s favelas reflect a deep moral compass for humans and animals alike. Greenwald is a beacon that extends to a new generation of journalists, inspired by his refusal to back down, punch up and and seek the truth. Glenn Greenwald’s relentless passion, moral clarity, and transformative journalism make *System Update* a vital force, galvanizing a movement for truth, liberty, and accountability in an era of conformity.
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