Catherine Herridge exposes government corruption
Catherine Herridge exposes government corruption
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Catherine Herridge’s commitment to exposing government corruption took a significant turn following her layoff from CBS News in early 2024. Known for her investigative journalism, Herridge has taken decisive actions to bring government misconduct to light, including her testimony before Congress regarding CBS's alleged seizure of her reporting files. These files reportedly contained confidential information related to her sources, which she claimed were critical to maintaining the integrity of her investigations.
A staunch advocate for journalistic integrity and source protection, Herridge has faced substantial legal pressure. She was held in civil contempt after refusing to reveal her confidential sources in a national security case, underscoring her commitment to source protection despite the personal and professional risks. Herridge’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee highlighted her support for the proposed PRESS Act, a legislative effort to protect journalists and their sources from legal threats, aiming to safeguard press freedom and investigative reporting.
In a recent explosive interview, Herridge featured IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler, who alleged they were instructed not to investigate Hunter Biden, referred to as “The Big Guy,” during the tax probe. They claimed that multiple agencies, including the IRS, FBI, and DOJ, were aware that Hunter Biden’s laptop was genuine but were directed to avoid scrutiny due to the upcoming 2020 election. The whistleblowers also noted that their investigation faced excessive bureaucratic hurdles, highlighting a pattern of “slow-walking investigative steps” and apparent favoritism towards Biden influenced by political motivations.
Moreover, Herridge has a history of reporting on government corruption. Her investigation into U.S. service members exposed to toxic agents following Iran’s missile attack on the Al Asad airbase in January 2020 raised alarms. This attack was Iran’s retaliation for the U.S. killing of its general, Qassem Soleimani. Her findings revealed that service members now face health issues linked to the fallout from this attack. By presenting leaked military memos and soil sample tests, Herridge’s work calls attention to the long-term health risks these individuals endure and demands accountability from the U.S. government. Her relentless pursuit of truth underscores the critical role of investigative journalism in safeguarding democracy.
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