# Progress — explorer_m2_remediation_1

Last visited: 2026-10-09T03:17:45Z

## Status
Investigation and deterministic remediation strategy complete. Ready for handoff to parent orchestrator.

## Checklist
- [x] Initialized DISPATCH.md and BRIEFING.md
- [x] Read ORIGINAL_REQUEST.md and orchestrator PROJECT.md
- [x] Read all 5 audit/review/challenger reports
- [x] Investigate filesystem residue and current processes
- [x] Investigate root cause of rogue PID 41044 and remnant ep01_scene10_shot14
- [x] Verify test_m2_hygiene.py expectations and failure trace
- [x] Synthesize findings and write analysis.md
- [x] Formulate deterministic remediation plan in handoff.md
- [x] Update BRIEFING.md with final investigation state
- [x] Send handoff message to parent orchestrator