US trying to strip whistleblower of profits earned since leaks Government says speaking fees cover 67 engagements Whistleblower Edward Snowden has earned more than $1.2m in speaking fees since he leaked confidential US material to outlets including the Guardian and went into exile in Moscow, according to a filing by the US justice department in court in Massachusetts. Related: Trump says he will 'take a look' at pardon for Edward Snowden