The Clippers’ recent punishment by the NBA has sparked a debate about accountability, and investigative journalist Julie K. Brown—known for her Pulitzer‑winning “Perversion of Justice” series that uncovered Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse network—argues that Pablo Torre’s work still falls short of the recognition it deserves. Brown, a Miami Herald reporter who exposed how institutions shielded Epstein, has taken aim at major outlets such as The New York Times and The Athletic for their coverage of the case. She contends that the media’s narrative has overlooked key aspects of Torre’s investigation, which she believes could reshape public understanding of systemic failures. The piece highlights how Brown’s critique reflects broader concerns over media bias and the need for deeper scrutiny of powerful figures.
After the NBA handed the Clippers a historic punishment, one of the country’s most decorated investigative journalists believes Pablo Torre still isn’t getting enough credit. Miami Herald reporter Julie K. Brown, whose “Perversion of Justice” investigation helped expose Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse and the system that protected him, ripped The New York Times and The Athletic...