Comment Re:What is the story here (Score 1) 200
RTFA.
Mr. Leopold seeks access to the public financial disclosure statements (Form 278) of former National Security Agency (NSA) Director Keith Alexander as part of a news report he is writing for distribution to the general public. Mr. Leopold sought access to these records pursuant to the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (“EGA”), 5 USC app. 101, et seq., by submitting a completed Form OGE 201 to the NSA.
Make sure to read the bolded part a few times. Now what pray tell is Form 278? From the Office of Government Ethics:
OGE Form 278: Public Financial Disclosure Report
Pretty sure a public financial disclosure report is public information. Maybe next time you might want to read about what is being discussed before putting your foot in your mouth.