Editorial Standards and Corrections Policy
Washington Inquirer holds itself to the following editorial standards. These principles govern every piece of content published on this site.
Accuracy
Every factual claim in our news content must be sourced and verifiable. We do not publish allegations, accusations, or damaging factual claims about named individuals without independent verification from at least one reliable source. When a claim is disputed or uncertain, we say so explicitly in the text.
Source Standards
We identify sources as specifically as possible. When sources must remain anonymous, we explain the category of source (for example: “a current federal employee with direct knowledge of the matter” rather than simply “a source”). We do not grant anonymity for opinions or political attacks — only for factual information that the source has genuine reason to protect.
News vs. Opinion
News content and opinion content are strictly separated and clearly labeled. News articles do not contain the author’s opinion or evaluative language. Opinion and commentary pieces are labeled “Opinion,” “Commentary,” or “Analysis” in the article header. Readers should never have to guess which type of content they are reading.
Corrections Policy
When Washington Inquirer makes a factual error, we correct it promptly and prominently.
- Corrections are added to the top of the affected article with a dated note specifying what was incorrect and what the correct information is
- Significant corrections are noted in the next issue of the daily newsletter
- The original incorrect text is not simply deleted — the correction note explains what changed
- Corrections are never made silently
To request a correction, use the Contact form and select “Correction Request” as the subject. Include the article URL, the specific claim you believe is incorrect, and the evidence supporting your correction request. We will investigate and respond.
AI Assistance Disclosure
Washington Inquirer uses AI-assisted tools for research, drafting, and content production. All published content is reviewed, edited, and approved by a human editor before publication. The editorial judgment — what to cover, what angle to take, what facts to verify, and what to publish — is always human. AI is a production tool, not an editorial decision-maker.
Conflicts of Interest
Washington Inquirer does not accept payment from sources, subjects of coverage, political campaigns, or PACs in exchange for favorable coverage. Advertising relationships do not influence editorial content. Sponsored content is always clearly labeled as such.
Prohibited Content
Washington Inquirer does not publish:
- Unverified conspiracy theories
- Content designed primarily to generate outrage rather than inform
- Personal attacks on private individuals who are not public figures
- Defamatory claims about named individuals without verified sourcing
- Medical misinformation
- Foreign propaganda
- Sponsored content that is not disclosed
Contact the Editor
Questions about our editorial standards, concerns about coverage, or requests to respond to a story can be directed to us via the Contact page.