What law was Daniel Ellsberg charged under in 1973?
The Patriot Act
The Espionage Act of 1917
The Freedom of Information Act
The Whistleblower Protection Act
Answer
In 1973, Ellsberg was charged under the Espionage Act of 1917, along with other charges of theft and conspiracy. This law was originally passed during World War I to prohibit interference with military operations or support of U.S. enemies during wartime.
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