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Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image.

Judge tosses some charges against Fox News leaker, but legal fight continues

A federal judge has dismissed numerous charges against former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke, but he still faces years in prison on the remaining counts.

Former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke (inset picture) from an undated social media image.

Suspect in Fox News leaks case accused of hacking FedNet in 2021

The incident took place several years before former Deadspin editor Timothy Burke was accused of stealing footage from Fox News.

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