Independent Journalist Scooped Major Story, But Legacy Media Ignored Her

Independent journalist Marisa Kabas broke a major story about a secret US-Rwanda deportation deal, detailing the deportation of an Iraqi refugee, Omar Ameen. However, major news outlets like CBS, CNN, and the Washington Post either minimized or ignored Kabas's original reporting. This sparked a debate about the role of independent journalists in the news ecosystem. Kabas's reporting, based on verified government documents and multiple sources, was as rigorous as that of major news organizations, but her independent status hindered her from receiving proper credit. This reflects legacy media's unwillingness to acknowledge and adapt to the changing media landscape.