Putin Grants Russian Citizenship To NSA Whistleblower Edward Snowden

Edward Snowden, a former NSA contractor, leaked classified information revealing global surveillance programs. While some view him as a hero for exposing privacy violations, the US government charged him under the Espionage Act. Snowden has lived in Russia since 2013 and gained permanent residency in 2020.

What prompted Edward Snowden to leave the United States?

• He was offered a job in Russia.

• He leaked classified NSA information.

• He wanted to study abroad.

• He was elected to a political position.

How do some people view Edward Snowden's actions?

• As a betrayal to his country.

• As a heroic act of whistleblowing.

• As a minor legal infraction.

• As a misunderstanding.

What legal action did the US government take against Snowden?

• They offered him a pardon.

• They charged him under the Espionage Act.

• They ignored his actions.

• They awarded him a medal.

Where has Snowden been living since 2013?

• In Canada.

• In the United States.

• In Germany.

• In Russia.

When was Snowden granted permanent residency in Russia?

• In 2015.

• In 2018.

• In 2020.

• In 2022.