# Russian Journalists Exiled but Unstoppable | California News

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-07-20T14:17:04+00:00
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## Resource

Two Russian journalists, Roman Badanin and Mikhail Rubin, now based in the Bay Area after fleeing Russia, continue their fearless reporting on Putin and corruption through their independent outlet Proekt. Forced into exile after raids and “foreign agent” labels, they now operate from abroad with a global team of seventeen, relying on leaks and data to publish vital investigations — including a recent exposé on elite nepotism. Despite the FBI flagging Badanin as a potential foreign intelligence target, they remain committed to Russian audiences, even as the risks of returning home — especially with family — loom large. Their journey from different careers to becoming Russia’s most dangerous journalists underscores how censorship and repression fuel the global fight for truth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5c9cca74d6f9a681

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