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At Justice Dept., Bove Suggested Violating Court Orders, Whistle-Blower Says • June 24, 2025, 11:33 PM ET (New York Times)

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Also Known As	whistleblowing

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Key People

Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden

American intelligence contractor

Karen Silkwood

American laboratory technician and activist