In other words, “They caught me red handed faking stories and trying to influence the election, so I’ve been fired. But first I’m gonna stand here and act self righteous and pretend I’m sacrificing myself for the good of the company”.
For communists the ends justifies the means. All forms of what is considered moral and ethical behavior are disposable, and usually are, if they interfere with the triumph of communism. I’m sure this individual feels he’s never done anything wrong in promoting the leftist agenda and narrative however possible. I feel certain he will be amply rewarded for his loathsome behavior by the other leftists, and as usual with someone else’s money.