Deep Background

Gov. Eric Greitens' use of a secret message app called Confide was revealed in 2017, but the controversy surrounding it still swirls today. This week, politics reporter Jason Hancock joins host Leah Becerra to take a deep dive into Confide, its use in Missouri government, and the fear that a recent court ruling may undermine open records laws. For further reading: ‘Dream for fans of corruption’: Greitens Confide ruling vexes transparency advocates - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article232439834.html Former Missouri Gov. Greitens’ use of Confide didn’t violate Sunshine Law, judge says - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article232418307.html Missouri lawmakers hoped to ban secret texting apps in government. Time is running out - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article230093804.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices