Matt Giles

New York

Research Director and Head of Fact Checking at WIRED Magazine

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Articles

Here’s All the Health and Human Services Data DOGE Has Access To

1 day ago | rsn.org | Matt Giles |Leah Feiger |Zoe Schiffer |Caroline Haskins

A coalition of U.S. auto industry groups on April 22 urged President Donald Trump not to impose 25% tariffs on imported auto parts, warning they would cut vehicle sales and raise prices. Trump said earlier he plans to impose tariffs of 25% on auto parts no later than May 3.
Here’s All the Health and Human Services Data DOGE Has Access To

1 day ago | wired.com | Matt Giles |Leah Feiger |Caroline Haskins

Affiliates from Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have significant access to 19 sensitive systems at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), according to a recent court filing. Nine of those are previously undisclosed.
NC State Basketball Advances Another Step for Overlooked Guard

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

Last week, Will Wade and his NC State basketball staff began expressing interest in a talented transfer from the Division II level. Now, just under a week since reports of that initial contact, former Lincoln Memorial guard is in Raleigh for an official visit with the Wolfpack.
Connected UNC Basketball Transfer Target Winds Up Committing Elsewhere

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

When BYU transfer Kanon Catchings first entered the transfer portal, head coach Hubert Davis and his UNC basketball staff were quick to make contact. Eventually, they even had the forward on campus for a visit. ALSO READ: Hometown Transfer Talent Commits to Tar HeelsBut after becoming the assumed frontrunner for his eventual commitment, it turns out that Catchings will not end up suiting up for the Tar Heels next season.
NC State Basketball Coaches Contact Intriguing Transfer Center

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

Since assuming the NC State basketball reins, Will Wade has been proving why he's the man to help bring the Wolfpack back to national relevance. The 42-year-old has spent considerable time on the phones, recruiting several transfer talents to join him in Raleigh. ALSO READ: NC State Now Pursuing Huge EuroLeague ProMany of those targets have been guards who can handle the ball, with his three additions thus far all being able to lead an offense.
Big Decision Awaits Duke Basketball Freshman Isaiah Evans

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

Thus far, none of the 10 Duke basketball scholarship talents with eligibility remaining has entered the transfer portal or declared for the NBA Draft. Some of those decisions, including that of projected No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, seem like foregone conclusions. But for others, such as freshman guard Isaiah Evans, it's difficult to gauge whether they'll be in Durham or elsewhere next season.
NC State Basketball Now Pursuing Huge EuroLeague Pro

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

With the rise of NIL in college hoops, the stage is beginning to draw more and more attention from promising foreign players. Certain programs, such as Duke with Khaman Maluach, have been taking advantage, and it appears the NC State basketball recruiters are also considering that option in building the 2025-26 Wolfpack roster.
UNC Football Staff Lands Surprise Crystal Ball Prediction

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

The news cycle was ablaze over the weekend with reports of division between the Tennessee Volunteers and quarterback Nico Iamaleava, now a reported UNC football target, over NIL salary disputes. Insiders rumored that the sophomore was looking for more money before the Vols ultimately decided to cut ties and move on from him. ALSO READ: Another Four-Star Prep Commits to New Tar Heel Leader Bill BelichickSo, Iamaleava is in the transfer portal and ranks as the No. 1 talent up for grabs.
Experienced NC State Football Running Back Hits Spring Transfer Portal

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

The college football offseason has two different transfer cycles, with one beginning immediately following the regular season and another getting underway in the spring. Players who are unsure about their role may wait until spring practices to decide what they plan to do next. And the NC State football program has a player who has now decided to move on from the school.
Hometown Transfer Commits to UNC Basketball Program

1 week ago | si.com | Matt Giles

The UNC basketball coaches received some positive news on Sunday night, as the Tar Heels have landed their fourth transfer in the current cycle. And the pledge comes from a hometown talent. ALSO READ: Ex-Tar Heel Forward James Okonkwo Announces Third TransferAfter checking out the Tar Heels several times as a prep, Alabama forward and Chapel Hill product Jarin Stevenson is now committed to fifth-year head coach Hubert Davis and his staff.