Scripps News speaks with Lauren Windsor, who secretly recorded Justice Samuel Alito

The transcript covers a Supreme Court gala where Lauren Windsor, a documentary filmmaker, recorded Justice Alito's comments on media scrutiny and ideological funding. Windsor discusses her undercover journalism methods, the ethics involved, and the criticism she faces. The conversation also touches on the cost of accessing powerful figures and the implications of such access.

Who is Lauren Windsor and what role did she play at the Supreme Court gala?

• A judge from New York

• A Supreme Court Justice

• A documentary filmmaker posing as a conservative activist

• A journalist from Pro Publica

What is the main reason Justice Alito believes the High Court is being targeted by the media?

• The media is unaware of the court's decisions

• The media wants to support the High Court

• The media is funded by the government

• The media dislikes their decisions

What is Pro Publica's mission according to the transcript?

• To expose abuses of power

• To support the government

• To fund political campaigns

• To entertain the public

What ethical defense does Lauren Windsor provide for her undercover journalism methods?

• She believes it is a form of entertainment

• She claims it is a new invention

• She argues it is justified in cases of public corruption

• She states it is a way to gain fame

What was the inspiration for Lauren Windsor's undercover work?

• A desire to become famous

• The initial reporting on Clarence Thomas by Pro Publica

• A personal vendetta against Justice Alito

• A request from the government

What does Lauren Windsor say about the future of her investigations?

• She plans to retire soon

• She will continue as long as she can

• She will only focus on local issues

• She has no plans for future investigations

What is the significance of the $500 ticket mentioned in the transcript?

• It was a fine for breaking the law

• It was a fee for a journalism workshop

• It provided access to a Supreme Court Justice

• It was a donation to a charity