Top CIA Physician Challenges Dismissal in Bold Legal Battle
Washington, D.C. — The Central Intelligence Agency’s former chief medical officer is taking legal action against the agency following her dismissal, asserting that her firing was unjust and unfounded. Dr. John E. Smith claims that her termination was connected to her efforts to ensure proper care for agency employees who were injured during overseas duties. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges that Dr. Smith was let go in retaliation for advocating for medical transparency and addressing concerns related to employee health and safety. Appointed in 2018, she served as the first woman to hold … Read more