Blackwater’s Dark Deeds Exposed Blackwater’s Dark Deeds Exposed
The Nation's Jeremy Scahill on his explosive revelation that Blackwater's founder has been accused, in sworn depositions from two former employees, of murder.
Blackwater Founder Erik Prince Implicated in Murder Blackwater Founder Erik Prince Implicated in Murder
Sworn statements filed in federal court allege that Blackwater founder Erik Prince launched a “crusade” to eliminate Muslims and Islam.
Aug 4, 2009 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Blackwater Seeks Gag Order Blackwater Seeks Gag Order
The private security company, facing charges in a US court for killing and injuring Iraqis, is attempting to silence its victims and their lawyers.
Jul 22, 2009 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Jeremy Scahill on Blackwater: Leaving Iraq, Chasing Pirates? Jeremy Scahill on Blackwater: Leaving Iraq, Chasing Pirates?
The Nation's Jeremy Scahill reports that while Blackwater's Iraq contract won't be renewed, the powerful military corporation has no plans to slow down.
Feb 4, 2009 / Video / Brett Story
Jeremy Scahill on Democracy Now: The Blackwater Indictment Jeremy Scahill on Democracy Now: The Blackwater Indictment
Five Blackwater security guards are charged for their role in the 2007 Nisour Square massacre in Baghdad, Nation contributor Jeremy Scahill weighs in.
Dec 9, 2008 / Video / Press Room
Justice, of a Sort, for Blackwater Justice, of a Sort, for Blackwater
Federal charges are filed against Blackwater guards accused of killing and maiming Iraqi civilians. But the company continues to operate in Iraq and its executives escape scrutiny.
Dec 8, 2008 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Blackwater Busted? Blackwater Busted?
Six Guards may be charged in Iraq massacre, but critics fear the company's 'reckless behavior' will continue.
Nov 14, 2008 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Blackwater’s Not Going Anywhere Blackwater’s Not Going Anywhere
Anyone who thinks Blackwater is in serious trouble is dead wrong. Business has never been better for Blackwater and its future looks bright.
Jul 30, 2008 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Blackwater’s Private Spies Blackwater’s Private Spies
The notorious mercenary firm is now a one-stop shop for security outsourcing, offering CIA-like services to Fortune 500 companies.
Jun 5, 2008 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill
Contract Justice Contract Justice
An Iraqi translator is prosecuted and Blackwater has its contract renewed for another year, armed and dangerous in Baghdad.
Apr 6, 2008 / Feature / Jeremy Scahill