The reporters examined these worries and were the first to reveal what Feinstein’s constituent services team was telling residents about her absence. The journalists also questioned what level of obligation Feinstein had to voters to provide transparency about her health. “The LA Times served its hometown readership with those stories,” NPF judges said. It recognizes journalists whose work shows thoughtful appraisal and insight into the workings of the U.S. Congress. The Dirksen Award carries a cash prize of $5,000.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 17, 2023 02:21 UTC