What is the CIA's sense of humor when it comes to WikiLeaks?

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The CIA has established a WikiLeaks Task Force, humorously abbreviated as WTF, which has sparked discussions about the agency's sense of humor. A U.S. official acknowledged that the acronym might be seen as regrettable, adding a light-hearted tone to the serious nature of the task force's mission. The conversation also touches on the reactions to the name and the broader implications of the CIA's response to WikiLeaks. Overall, the discussion highlights the intersection of serious governmental actions with unexpected humor.
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...The CIA said it formed something called the WikiLeaks Task Force, which (acronym-loving agency that it is) goes by by the name of WTF.

A U.S. official told PCMag, “Some might say the acronym is regrettable. Perhaps we should consider that the CIA has a sense of humor after all...
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I lol'd. Hahah
 
Too funny, Ivan. When I saw the title of the thread, I considered sending you a PM to tone down the language. And then I read your post -- too funny. :smile:
 
Reminds me of an interview I heard on NPR a couple years ago, about this book:

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berkeman said:
Too funny, Ivan. When I saw the title of the thread, I considered sending you a PM to tone down the language. And then I read your post -- too funny. :smile:

I can only refer you to the CIA with your complaint.
 

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