New York Times Faces Backlash Over Leak Investigation

Accusations of racial targeting and silencing dissent emerge amid probe into coverage of Hamas attacks.

The New York Times is under scrutiny for its investigation into leaks concerning its coverage of Hamas' attacks on Israel, with accusations of racially targeting employees.
The investigation was sparked by an exposé by The Intercept about a halted episode of 'The Daily' podcast, focusing on a report of mass sexual assault.
Critics, including the NewsGuild representing Times employees, allege that the probe has created a chilling effect, silencing internal discussion and targeting specific ethnic groups.
The Times has defended its reporting on the Hamas attacks, amid criticism of its veracity and the conduct of one of its freelancers, Anat Schwartz.
The controversy has sparked a broader debate about journalistic integrity, the treatment of sensitive topics, and the management of internal dissent within major news organizations.