Courtroom Wink Triggers Backlash, Vanity Fair Ends Reporter Credential Ride

During Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial, Vanity Fair reporter Brittany Romano was seen smiling and winking at the courtroom camera, sparking backlash and leading Vanity Fair to drop her credentials; the outlet had considered a personal essay from Romano about growing up with Clancy but cited editorial standards conflicts, while Romano said her behavior reflected a personal connection to Clancy and has since faced online abuse; the trial, in which Clancy’s insanity defense is at issue, is nearing its end.