Steve Baker shares his firsthand experiences of the Biden DOJ's scrutiny on independent journalists covering the events of January 6th, highlighting the challenges faced by reporters as they navigate the complexities of justice and freedom of the press.
Steve Baker details his ongoing legal battle with the FBI related to his coverage of January 6th, discussing the delays in charges being pressed against him and expressing uncertainty regarding the nature of the charges.
Deep dives
Steve Baker's Transition into Journalism
Steve Baker, an investigative journalist with Blaze Media, shares his journey into journalism. As a lifelong musician, he started his transition into journalism during the COVID lockdowns when live music performances were halted. This gave him the opportunity to focus on investigative journalism, leading him to cover the events of January 6th. Steve clarifies that his purpose was solely to observe, chronicle, and report on the events of the day.
Contact with FBI and Ongoing Legal Battle
Steve Baker details his ongoing legal battle with the FBI related to his coverage of January 6th. He explains that he was contacted by the FBI shortly after the incident and interviewed in October 2021. In November, he was informed that charges would be pressed against him, but they were delayed for 20 months. In December, he received a subpoena for his videos, which had already been voluntarily offered to the FBI during his initial interview. As of mid-January, he was still waiting for charges to be pressed and expressed his uncertainty regarding the nature of the charges.
The Importance of Independent Journalism
Steve Baker discusses the importance of independent journalism and the need for more diverse media sources. He highlights the role of Elon Musk's platform and its support for independent voices. He also criticizes the mainstream media for controlling narratives, hiding information, and lacking accuracy. Baker believes that independent journalism is the way forward and emphasizes the significance of truthful reporting and unbiased coverage.