The polygraph examination is a key component of the security clearance process for individuals seeking access to classified information in sensitive government positions, usually within the ...

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has found itself embroiled in a rather odd situation involving polygraph tests. In April, it confirmed to NPR that it was using these tests to catch personnel ...

When a suspect lies, Brian Horton hopes to know. He?s been hired as the Carroll County Sheriff?s Office?s first polygraph examiner. “Truth tends to be intuitive, it tends to flow out, but someone ...

DHS disputes reports that acting CISA director allegedly failed polygraph test, as ongoing investigation leads to suspension of multiple officials.

In ancient China, a spit-out portion of rice revealed whether a person was telling lies—dry rice indicated the dry mouth of a liar. Sound unreliable? So is the polygraph test. Literally meaning "many ...