A journalist accused of hacking into Fox News servers to obtain unaired videos of Tucker Carlson making unprofessional comments and interviewing Kanye West has asked for donations to pay for his defense. Tim Burke, 45, was arrested on Thursday following an investigation into the leaked videos of the former Fox News superstar. His lawyers claim he used publicly available livestreaming sites where Fox News uploaded unencrypted footage. The leaked footage included several hot mic moments, with Carlson making controversial remarks. Burke’s attorneys argue that he did not commit a crime as the videos were publicly available. Burke faces multiple charges and has been released on the condition that he stops contact with his alleged co-conspirator. The Freedom of the Press Foundation has raised concerns about his indictment, stating that journalists should be encouraged to find newsworthy information online without fear of prosecution.
