House Judiciary Committee Investigates CBS Over Handling of Reporter's Termination
The probe into CBS News' seizure of Catherine Herridge's files raises concerns about press freedom and journalistic integrity.
- The House Judiciary Committee has initiated an investigation into CBS News for its handling of Catherine Herridge's termination and the retention of her confidential files.
- Catherine Herridge, a respected investigative journalist known for her coverage of the Hunter Biden laptop scandal, was among 20 employees laid off by CBS News.
- CBS News is accused of seizing Herridge's personal files, raising concerns about the protection of confidential sources and the impact on journalistic freedom.
- SAG-AFTRA, the union representing CBS staffers, has condemned the network's actions, emphasizing the threat to the First Amendment and journalistic integrity.
- The controversy has sparked debate over the balance between corporate control and journalistic independence, with implications for press freedom.