Nick Mordowanec
Staff Writer
Nick Mordowanec is a Newsweek investigative reporter based in Michigan. His focus includes U.S. and international politics and policies, immigration, crime and social issues. Other reporting has covered education, economics, and wars in Ukraine and Gaza. Nick joined Newsweek in 2021 from The Oakland Press, and his reporting has been featured in The Detroit News and other publications. His reporting on the opioid epidemic garnered a statewide Michigan Press Association award. The Michigan State University graduate can be reached at [email protected].
Paul Whelan has "long road ahead" to make up for years in Russian prison
Paul Whelan is caring for his elderly parents who remained hopeful he would one day be released from a Russian penal colony, his attorney tells Newsweek.
Trump or Harris? One industry will win either way
The 2024 U.S. election is set to break records for political gambling, even though bets are not domestically allowed.
Spate of Congress deaths raises age question
The number of congressional members who have died this decade has almost matched the number between 2010 and 2020.
US failing its prisoners in China after Russia swap, says anguished family
Nelson Wells Jr. has been stuck in a Chinese prison for a decade. His family who spoke to Newsweek has spent thousands of dollars to rescue him, to no avail.
Donald Trump's crypto advantage over Kamala Harris
Crypto backers are seeking a more favorable regulatory environment whoever wins the 2024 presidential election
The dark side of transplant tourism: Inside the illegal organ black market
"Just working with one country will not really work," nephrologist Thomas Müller told Newsweek about a black market that preys on the desperate.
Family of American still held in Russia delivers message to Biden
Marc Fogel was not part of the large prisoner swap between Russia and the West and remains in a Russian jail cell.
Prisoner swap marks "success" for Putin
Vladimir Putin secured the release of political assassin Vadim Krasikov in a sweeping exchange between Russia and the West.
Sean Grayson drove drunk with gun, suspended license: Records
Sean Grayson, who is charged with first-degree murder of Sonya Massey, was arrested twice for driving intoxicated.
How social media and crypto help organ traffickers
A Newsweek investigation has revealed a social media group advertising human organs available to purchase with cryptocurrency payments.
Cop charged in Sonya Massey's murder cited for "extreme" cruelty in divorce
Sean Grayson, who was charged with killing Illinois mother Sonya Massey, got divorced almost 10 years ago.
Political threats & violence rising in the US: Experts
"When you have influence, I do believe there's a responsibility that comes with that," said Tina Barton, a Michigan clerk threatened in 2020.
PA sheriff defends his force amid criticism following Trump rally shooting
"It's a very quiet neighborhood," one neighbor of gunman Thomas Crooks told Newsweek. "This is a lot."
Butler County EMS director "proud" of response during Trump rally shooting
Steve Bicehouse, director of emergency services for Butler County in Pennsylvania, is defending his agency's response.
Migrant citizenship speeds up under Biden ahead of election
The federal agency responsible for completing migrant citizenship applications increasing its processing times may affect the 2024 election.
Kagan warns Supreme Court just gave itself new "exclusive power"
"It puts courts at the apex of the administrative process as to every conceivable subject," Justice Elena Kagan wrote.
Mushroom candy recall as consumers sick in at least 20 states
The 39 illnesses have resulted in 23 hospitalizations, according to federal agencies.
Michelle Obama odds surge to replace Joe Biden after debate
"This is the most delicate and potentially dangerous time in modern Democratic Party history," a political analyst told Newsweek.
Bernie Sanders supporters gloat amid Joe Biden's debate fallout
"I wonder how the people who kneecapped Bernie's 2020 campaign are feeling about now," said Bernie Sanders' former campaign press secretary.
Putin's NATO ally appears to have animated chat with Zelensky at summit
A brief exchange between Zelensky and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the European Council Summit is raising eyebrows.
Jeffrey Epstein documents to remain secret as judge dismisses lawsuit
"Americans deserve to know what happened" in Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, an attorney who helped sue the FBI told Newsweek.
"Nuclear disaster" warning issued by analysts over Ukraine war
"As a planet, we are on a path to disaster and potential mutual destruction," a longtime nuclear analyst told Newsweek.
Tucker Carlson's viral confrontation with reporter cheered by conservatives
"How do they get people this stupid in the media?" Carlson asked in Australia during a tour.
Republican congressman wearing war badge a "slap in the face": Military vet
"It will be a stain on his campaign and his integrity," a U.S. Army veteran who has investigated Nehls' military record told Newsweek.
Ketanji Brown Jackson takes dig at conservative justices in bribery ruling
Liberal justices have recently been more outspoken toward their conservative counterparts in recent opinions.
Massachusetts sends warning: Migrant shelters "full"
There is a "lack of shelter space in Massachusetts" for migrants, according to the state's emergency director.
Bernie Sanders-aligned org slams Hillary Clinton for Jamaal Bowman loss
Democrats who want to win this November "shouldn't piss off progressive voters," warns the organization Our Revolution.
Lauren Boebert outspends, easily wins in new Colorado district
The Republican lawmaker faced her first test in her state's 4th Congressional District primary on Tuesday.
Alvin Bragg defiant amid gun modification feud with Jim Jordan
"We regularly review our guidelines and consult with outside experts to make sure we are drawing the line at the right place," said a YouTube spokesperson.
US lawmakers look to reinstate nuclear bomber program
"This bill shows there is bipartisan support for doing more to maintain deterrence and protect American interests," GOP Senator Roger Wicker said.
