Craig Whitlock
Reporter

Craig Whitlock covers the Pentagon and national security for The Post, where he has worked as a staff writer since 1998. He served as the paper’s Berlin bureau chief for nearly six years, covering terrorism networks in Europe, South Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. He has reported from more than 50 countries. Working with other Post reporters, he has been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize three times, most recently in 2013. He previously worked as a reporter for the Raleigh News & Observer and is a graduate of Duke University.

Latest by Craig Whitlock

Spate of brass misbehavior is roiling the U.S. military

Spate of brass misbehavior is roiling the U.S. military

Previously undisclosed documents detail a series of inquiries into high-ranking commanders’ misconduct.

Hagel orders full review of nuclear force

Hagel orders full review of nuclear force

The defense secretary’s move follows a string of embarrassing revelations about personnel on the force.

A top Navy civilian leader resigns amid investigation

A top Navy civilian leader resigns amid investigation

The intensifying criminal investigation into an alleged contracting scheme led Robert C. Martinage to step down.

Air Force probes cheating on nuclear proficiency exams

The scandal involves dozens of officers responsible for launching nuclear weapons, the military says.