Stuff They Don't Want You To Know CLASSIC: Whatever happened to Julian Assange?
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Oct 16, 2025 Julian Assange's journey from hero to villain highlights the complexities of whistleblowing and transparency. The founding of WikiLeaks revolutionized information leaks, notably with the release of the Iraq video. Assange’s asylum years raised eyebrows amid allegations and legal battles. The political ramifications of the DNC leaks during the 2016 election showcased the power of transparency and censorship. Ultimately, Assange's fate could set legal precedents affecting journalists and whistleblowers for years to come.
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WikiLeaks Changed Public Access To Secrets
- Julian Assange created WikiLeaks to publish classified materials and expose hidden government actions.
- His releases transformed public access to diplomatic and military records and shocked international diplomacy.
The Helicopter Video That Shocked The World
- In April 2010 WikiLeaks released video showing U.S. military firing from a helicopter, killing 18 including journalists.
- That footage and later leaks like the Iraq War Logs made the organization internationally notorious.
Assange's Embassy Asylum Story
- In 2010 Sweden issued an arrest warrant accusing Assange of sexual offenses, prompting a prolonged legal battle.
- Assange then sought asylum in Ecuador's London embassy and stayed there nearly seven years to avoid extradition.