How Federal Law Protects Intelligence Community Whistleblowers

The video discusses the protections and processes for whistleblowers in the US, focusing on the intelligence community. It explains the steps involved in filing a complaint, the role of the Inspector General and the Director of National Intelligence, and the protections against retaliation. The video also highlights the safety concerns for whistleblowers if their identity becomes public.

What is the primary purpose of whistleblower laws in the US?

• To punish those who commit wrongdoing

• To protect individuals who report misconduct

• To reward whistleblowers with financial incentives

• To ensure all complaints are made public

Who is responsible for determining the credibility of an urgent concern in the intelligence community?

• The President

• The Director of National Intelligence

• The Inspector General

• The Senate Intelligence Committee

What action can a whistleblower take if their complaint stalls in the intelligence community process?

• Request a meeting with the President

• File a lawsuit against the agency

• Submit the complaint to the media

• Take the complaint directly to Congress

Which presidential directive provides protection against retaliation for intelligence community whistleblowers?

• A directive signed by President Barack Obama

• A directive signed by President George W. Bush

• A directive signed by President Bill Clinton

• A directive signed by President Donald Trump

What concern has the legal team of the Ukraine whistleblower expressed?

• The whistleblower's ability to file future complaints

• The whistleblower's access to classified documents

• The whistleblower's safety if their identity is revealed

• The whistleblower's financial stability