CIA sued for hiding COVID-19 records on ‘incentives’ to alter findings
OAN’s Abril Elfi
1:34 PM – Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is facing allegations of manipulating COVID-19 conclusions and findings by “paying” analysts to change their stance.
The CIA is currently being sued by the conservative group Heritage Foundation for failing to provide requested records related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This is an action under the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”), 5 U.S.C. § 552, to compel production of CIA records relating to allegations that members of the CIA’s COVID Discovery Team, a group of employees tasked with analyzing the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, received monetary incentives to change their position on the origins of the virus,” the lawsuit states. “As of the date of this Complaint, CIA has failed to: (i) produce the requested records or demonstrate that the records are lawfully exempt from disclosure; (ii) notify Plaintiffs of the scope of any responsive records it intends to produce or withhold and the reasons for any withholdings; or (iii) inform Plaintiffs that they may appeal any adequately specific, adverse determination.”
In their lawsuit, the Heritage Foundation claims that they previously filed a FOIA request for information regarding the CIA’s COVID-19 discovery team, including its formation, internal communications, and any documents related to financial incentives provided to team members.
The lawsuit states that the CIA had a deadline of 20 business days to process and release the requested records, which has now passed without compliance.
“Under FOIA, CIA has twenty (20) business days to produce responsive documents or issue a determination communicating the scope of the documents it intends to produce and/or withhold, the reasons for any withholding, and notifying the requester that it may appeal any adverse determination,” the lawsuit says. “Twenty business days from October 25, 2023 is November 20, 2023.”
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How has the CIA responded to the lawsuit filed by the Heritage Foundation concerning the requested records related to the pandemic?
Title: CIA Faces Allegations of Manipulating COVID-19 Findings: Lawsuit Filed by Heritage Foundation
Introduction:
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is currently under fire as it faces allegations of manipulating conclusions and findings related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The conservative group Heritage Foundation has filed a lawsuit against the CIA for failing to provide requested records concerning the pandemic. This article will delve into the details of the lawsuit and explore the implications of these allegations.
Allegations and Lawsuit:
The Heritage Foundation has accused the CIA of paying its analysts to alter their stance on the origins of the virus. The foundation claims that members of the CIA’s COVID-19 Discovery Team, a group responsible for analyzing the origins of the pandemic, received monetary incentives to change their positions. According to the lawsuit filed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the CIA has failed to produce the requested records or reveal the scope of any responsive records it intends to withhold. The plaintiffs also assert that the CIA has not provided any information regarding the appeal process for any adverse determination.
FOIA Request and Non-compliance:
The Heritage Foundation had previously filed a FOIA request seeking information pertaining to the CIA’s COVID-19 Discovery Team. This included details about its formation, internal communications, and any documentation related to financial incentives offered to team members. The CIA was given a deadline of 20 business days to process and release the requested records. However, this deadline has passed without any compliance from the agency.
FOIA Deadlines:
Under the FOIA, federal agencies have a maximum of 20 business days to either produce responsive documents or issue a determination outlining the scope of the documents they will produce or withhold, along with the reasons for any withholding. Furthermore, the requester should be notified of their right to appeal any adverse determination. The lawsuit explicitly mentions that the deadline for the CIA to comply with the FOIA request was November 20, 2023.
Implications:
The outcome of this lawsuit holds significant implications for the credibility of the CIA and its role in providing accurate and unbiased information to the public. Manipulating scientific findings for political or financial gain compromises the trust that people place in these institutions. It is essential that transparency and integrity are upheld in investigations relating to matters of public health and national security.
Conclusion:
The allegations of the CIA manipulating COVID-19 conclusions and findings are serious and demand thorough investigation and transparency. The lawsuit filed by the Heritage Foundation highlights the importance of accountability and adherence to FOIA regulations. Whether the CIA is found guilty or innocent, it is crucial that the truth is uncovered and appropriate action is taken to restore public trust. As this legal battle unfolds, the world eagerly awaits the outcome and hopes for a fair and just resolution.
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