Rick Bright

Rick Bright is a federal scientist who was the ousted chief of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Agency. He claimed to have been pressured to steer millions of dollars to clients of a well-connected consultant. In his whistle-blower complaint, he mentioned questionable contracts going to companies with political connections to the administration. Bright also said that he had been protesting against 'cronyism' and contract abuse since 2017. The complaint specifically mentioned a drug company tied to a friend of Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser. It accused Dr. Bright of being retaliated against by his superiors for his efforts to prioritize science and safety over political expediency. The 89-page complaint was filed with the Office of Special Counsel, which protects federal whistle-blowers.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/05/us/politics/rick-bright-coronavirus-whistleblower.html

95%

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Bias

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

80%

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  • The emergence of respiratory symptoms indicates a potential shift in how the virus affects humans and increases its spreadability.
  • The latest patient showed symptoms of cough, congestion and sore throat.

Deceptions

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