An apology is deserved. On different levels. One; because she went out of her way to strip the dignity and respect that this family has earned as a productive part of the community. Two; because of her actions (that were directed at him and his wife) implying that they could "potentially" be doing something illegal (but we are supposed to figure out if that is true or not ....rumor mill anyone?) Three; because she assumed that this would be a good story (to destroy a family's life) Last four; because if she was any type of decent human being; she would be able to recognize the error of her way and just admit ....she was wrong. (I mean; seriously the FBI said she was wrong)  BTW ; IF she did apologize; and they accepted the apology; I admit; they would be better people than me. I don't think that "I" would be able to accept.  May the Jones family live life by this rule:   "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent"  ~Eleanor Roosevelt~