Tim Weiner (1956–) is an American journalist. A former reporter for The New York Times, he specialized in national security, intelligence, and foreign affairs, earning a Pulitzer Prize for his reporting. He is widely recognized for his investigative books on the CIA, the FBI, the Cold War, and the history of American intelligence, drawing on extensive archival research and interviews. His best-known book, "Legacy of Ashes: The History of the CIA", presents a comprehensive history of the Central Intelligence Agency, examining its achievements, failures, and influence on U.S. foreign policy.
