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Andrew Charles 'Drew' Griffin (October 21, 1962 – December 17, 2022) was an award-winning American investigative journalist and CNN correspondent renowned for his work exposing fraud, national security issues, government shortcomings, and security failures. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he began his career as a reporter and cameraman at WICD-TV in Champaign, Illinois, before working at television stations in Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C. Griffin spent a decade as an investigative reporter at CBS 2 News in Los Angeles, honing his skills in in-depth reporting. In May 2004, he joined CNN's investigative unit as an investigative correspondent, based at the network's headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, where he contributed to programs such as Anderson Cooper 360° and The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer, focusing on national security and fraud investigations.
Griffin's journalism earned him multiple Emmy Awards and Peabody Awards, including recognition for his 2005 coverage of Hurricane Katrina and a 2014 investigation into the Veterans Health Administration scandal, which revealed excessive wait times for veterans' care and prompted congressional hearings and reforms. His reporting often focused on holding powerful institutions accountable, covering topics from corporate fraud to public safety failures. Known for his persistence and on-the-ground tenacity, Griffin became a staple of CNN's investigative team.
Griffin passed away on December 17, 2022, at the age of 60, after a battle with cancer. His death was mourned by colleagues and the journalism community, with tributes highlighting his integrity and impact on investigative reporting. His career exemplified the impact of investigative journalism in uncovering truths and driving change, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of broadcast news through stories that influenced public discourse and policy reforms across the United States.