The judges pointed to his fearless advocacy for the truth and relentless interviewing-style.[48] He also won RTDNA's John F. Hogan Distinguished Service Award, which "recognizes an individual's contributions to the journalism profession and freedom of the press",[49] as well as CJF's Tribute Award which awards those who uphold the highest standards of journalism and inspire journalists around the world.[50]Moment Magazine awarded him their inaugural Robert S. Greenberger Journalism Award for his "relentless quest for the truth and accountability".[51] The Dartmouth Club of Washington awarded him the Daniel Webster Award for Distinguished Public Service.[52]