Bloomberg News firing of Jennifer Jacobs over premature breaking news
Bloomberg News fired senior White House correspondent Jennifer Jacobs for prematurely breaking news of a major prisoner swap, violating an embargo and publishing false information. The article caused concern over jeopardizing a delicate international deal.
Key Points
- Jacobs and Koc broke an embargo and published false information
- Bloomberg editor's social media celebration added to the controversy
- Disciplinary action taken by Bloomberg against those involved
Pros
- Maintaining journalistic standards
- Holding reporters accountable for ethical breaches
Cons
- Loss of a celebrated journalist from the newsroom
- Potential damage to Bloomberg News' reputation