Muckraker and Newsperson

Muckraker noun - One who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage).

Newsperson and muckraker are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Newsperson" instead a noun "Muckraker".

Newsperson noun - A person employed by a newspaper, magazine, or radio or television station to gather, write, or report news.

Muckraker and newsperson are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Muckraker" instead a noun "Newsperson".