If Woodward and Bernstein took this to Ben Bradlee, old Ben would have asked them if they had any sources or evidence other than what an intern had told them. If they said no, he would have not printed a story and would have told them to dig for more. Not saying there is nothing there but given that the source is recanting they had no business going forward. I think those named have little chance to sue because the courts like to protect free speech and Al Jazeera will be able to note that they had a legitimate source.
There might be something there but needs to be more evidence produced.
I am sure the FBI will be dropping by the clinic!
