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Edward Snowden is a former National Security Agency (NSA) employee who stole and released classified information in 2013. He claimed to be a whistleblower exposing NSA overreach, but has been accused of lying about his actions and dealings with Russian intelligence. The article suggests that Mr. Snowden intended to engage in espionage and not just expose the NSA's activities. He is currently seeking a pardon.