The Daniel Ellsberg case

The Daniel Ellsberg case involves a government analyst who, in 1971, leaked the Pentagon Papers—classified documents revealing that successive U.S. administrations misled the public about the Vietnam War’s progress and motives. His actions exposed government deception and fueled widespread distrust. Ellsberg faced legal charges for unauthorized disclosure, but the case was dismissed in 1973 due to government misconduct. His whistleblowing is seen as a pivotal moment in transparency and free speech, highlighting the importance of accountability, even when exposing sensitive information.