Gary Stephen Webb: A Journalist Driven by Controversy Gary Stephen Webb (August 31, 1955 – December 10, 2004) was an American investigative journalist whose career culminated in a singular, profoundly divisive project—the “Dark Alliance” series. More than just reporting on drug trafficking, Webb’s work challenged established narratives about the CIA and Nicaragua during the Reagan era, sparking legal battles and cementing his place as a figure of considerable controversy within journalistic circles. Early Life & Education: Born in Corona, California, Webb's upbringing instilled in him a c…