Eisinger explained that journalism isn't about surprise attacks; it's about inquiry and verifying facts. ProPublica contacted West Point to clarify Hegseth's contradictory statements about his admission, ultimately determining he had never applied.
In his thread, Eisinger detailed the process of seeking the truth: 'First stop: West Point. The admissions office confirmed Hegseth hadn't applied, leading us to think we had a viable story.'
Eisinger clarified the ethics of journalism by stating that after confirming Hegseth's story was inconsistent with official records, they chose not to publish, which was a decision made to avoid surprises in journalism.
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