Investigative Journalist
Exposing corruption, uncovering truth, and giving voice to the voiceless
Read Latest InvestigationWatch as brave mother Veronica Baiz confronts the family court system at Idaho's first public hearing on corruption. The judge who destroyed her family was sitting in the audience.
This is part of a growing national movement: Arizona has already conducted multiple hearings, leading to real reforms. Idaho just held their first. Which state will be next?
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The Inside Story of the Trial of Chuck Panici, John Gliottoni, and Louise Marshall. An exposé of prosecutorial misconduct and corruption within the justice system.
A comprehensive examination of the psychological toll on those who dare to speak truth to power, documenting the systematic trauma inflicted on whistleblowers.
The tragic story of an individual caught in a contentious divorce and the resulting struggles within a corrupt family court system that ultimately led to devastating consequences.
Proposed the Elaine Pudlowski Act addressing court-appointed experts in family court cases
2016 Memphis lawyer investigation led to a sixty-seven-count indictment
Exposed corruption leading to termination of high-level Pittsburgh VA employee
Recognized by numerous whistleblowers for bringing their stories to light
Michael Volpe is a freelance investigative journalist and author based in Chicago, specializing in exposing court corruption, particularly within the family court system. After working in finance for over a decade, he transitioned to investigative journalism in 2009.
Journalism Focus: Volpe's work exposes judicial misconduct and corruption, with particular emphasis on parental alienation and the devastating impacts of family court systems on individuals and families. He has been recognized by many whistleblowers for helping bring their stories to light.
Published Work: His investigative journalism has appeared in major national publications including The Daily Caller, The American Conservative, Washington Examiner, and Crime Magazine, as well as prominent Chicago media outlets.
Author & Advocate: Volpe has authored multiple books on court corruption and actively advocates for family court reform, even proposing legislation like the Elaine Pudlowski Act to address systemic issues.
Primary Platform: Substack - where he publishes ongoing investigations and commentary.