Reporters Without Borders released a report accusing the Trump administration of negatively impacting press freedom in the U.S., leading to increased risks and hostility towards journalists.
People in Tennessee, Texas, Washington D.C., and Michigan discuss the Trump Administration's first 100 days in office, highlighting contentious interactions with the media, policy focuses, and key moments.
Markwayne Mullin, a Republican US senator and Donald Trump loyalist, made comments suggesting politicians could handle disputes with journalists by shooting and killing them, but later claimed he was joking. He has a history of making threats of physical violence and downplayed his remarks after facing backlash.
Two journalists sue Massachusetts State Police for allegedly blocking them from covering Karen Read's murder retrial outside the courthouse. Police enforced a 'buffer zone' meant for protesters on the journalists. Lawsuit names State Police officials. First Amendment rights at the center of the dispute.
Mass rally in Istanbul organized by the main opposition party, CHP, to defend democracy after the arrest of city mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. Protests have escalated with government repression and arrests of journalists. Opposition leader plans to continue weekly rallies across Turkey.
The Atlantic published an article about a Signal chat involving top US military and intelligence officials discussing a bombing campaign in Yemen. National security adviser Michael Waltz mistakenly tagged the editor in chief, leading to public backlash. Waltz's public Venmo account revealed connections with various journalists. The incident highlights the relationship between government officials and the media.
New York Times editor David Enrich discusses recent legal attacks on journalists by tech billionaires, corporations, and political figures like President Trump.
A federal judge denied an emergency motion from the Associated Press to restore its access to White House press pool events, citing the privilege of journalists to ask questions as a privilege, not a legal right. The AP sued the White House claiming a violation of the First Amendment.
American taxpayers are no longer subsidizing foreign media once funded by USAID, causing concern among Democrats and globalists. Savings have impacted journalists and media outlets in various countries. Some claim USAID is a CIA front pushing a left-wing narrative.
President Donald Trump offers prayers for journalists in White House briefing room following a deadly midair collision. Trump expresses grief and sorrow for the victims, highlights importance of hiring air traffic controllers based on competence, and signs executive order banning DEI hiring in FAA.
The White House received over 7,000 applications from new media applicants after announcing the restoration of press passes for 440 journalists. The administration aims to include independent journalists, podcasters, social media influencers, and content creators in the press briefing room.
An Israeli strike in central Gaza killed five journalists who were in a vehicle clearly marked as press, while reporting from inside the Al-Awda hospital in Nuseirat.
Armed men opened fire on journalists at a government press conference in Haiti, killing at least two people.
Armed men opened fire on journalists at a press conference in Haiti, resulting in the death of a journalist and a police officer. The government expressed sympathy and promised consequences for the attack.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos expressed optimism about President-elect Donald Trump's second term, hoping to assist in reducing federal regulations. Bezos also addressed concerns about Trump's views on journalists and defended his decision not to endorse a candidate in the presidential election. He discussed his space exploration endeavors and expressed optimism about Trump's regulatory agenda.
Kash Patel, Trump's pick for FBI director, made controversial remarks about going after journalists, leading to concerns about his intentions and loyalty to Trump. Critics fear his influence at the FBI due to his history of embracing conspiracy theories. Some senators believe his comments are disqualifying and raise red flags for his nomination.
Trump's lawyer seeks to dismiss Georgia election interference case. Kash Patel, Trump's pick for FBI director, faces backlash for threatening to come after journalists who lied about American citizens in a podcast interview with Steve Bannon. Patel has attempted to clarify his remarks and emphasize the importance of upholding the law. Critics fear Patel's loyalty to Trump and history of embracing conspiracy theories could influence his actions at the FBI.
International film journalists attending the star-studded Venice Film Festival are being shut out of interviews with A-listers, leading to complaints and protests. Studios and PR agents are blocking access to stars for press interviews, leaving journalists with limited opportunities to cover the event.
Two journalists in Hong Kong were convicted of sedition for publishing seditious materials. The verdict could have significant implications for press freedom in the Chinese territory.
Democratic strategist defends Kamala Harris for trusting journalists to explain her policies, praises her method of rolling out agenda with limited press appearances.
Some states have established buffer zones for police and first responders, setting minimum distances for the public to stay back. Journalists argue that these laws hinder the public's right to observe police activities.
Former President Donald Trump made absurd and insulting comments about Vice President Kamala Harris and the Black population during a televised interview. Trump has a history of racist remarks and false claims, attempting to provoke confrontation and show his base that he stands up to journalists. He falsely claimed to have done a lot for the Black population and made misleading statements about his record.
Wall Street Journal reporter detained in Russia on false espionage charges, along with a former U.S. Marine who has been detained since 2018.
Former President Trump clashed with journalists at the NABJ convention while Kamala Harris reportedly skipped the event due to scheduling issues. Ben Carson praised Trump for facing tough questions at the event.
Former President Trump appeared at the National Association of Black Journalists' convention and made controversial statements about Vice President Kamala Harris, sparking criticism from journalists and pundits.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding former President Trump's appearance at a National Association of Black Journalists event and the response from the Harris campaign.
Two journalists, Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva, have been convicted in Russian courts of espionage and spreading false information about the Russian army. The U.S. is working to secure their release.
A group of civil liberty, press freedom, and whistleblower protection groups are calling for a reform of the Espionage Act to protect journalists and whistleblowers from the government's abuse of power. Rep. Rashida Tlaib offered an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 to address this issue.
Internal conflict within the NewsGuild of New York over organizing costs and left-leaning criticism of journalism has sparked debates among unionized journalists at the New York Times, Reuters, and other newsrooms.
The debate on defining and addressing antisemitism in the U.S. is ongoing, with journalists shedding light on the issue.
Belarusian authorities declared Deutsche Welle's Belarusian service as extremist, banning all activities and potentially sentencing individuals to prison for 7 years. The situation with freedom of speech in Belarus is described as the worst in Europe.
Media freedom is declining across the EU due to deliberate harm or neglect by national governments, with threats against journalists, attacks on public broadcasters, and concentration of media ownership posing serious challenges.
Journalists at Italy's state broadcaster are planning to strike in protest against government interference and control over their work. The strike is scheduled for May 6th, with grievances including political attempts to influence the broadcaster and staff shortages.
Israeli forces struck a refugee camp in Gaza, injuring seven journalists, including TRT cameraman Sami Shehada who lost a leg in the attack. The journalists claim they were deliberately targeted despite being clearly marked as press. This incident follows an Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers in Gaza.
A near-future film by Alex Garland, Civil War, portrays a divided United States facing societal breakdown and chaos. The story follows a group of journalists on a perilous journey to interview the president amidst a government collapse and insurrection. The film explores themes of freedom and tyranny, love and hate, and the fragility of society.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives late to his post-election news conference, suggests swapping Alexei Navalny for prisoners in the West, and makes rare news by addressing various issues. The event was heavily controlled with strict security measures and Kremlin-approved questions.
Cuba's Communist Party accused U.S.-based journalists and activists of terrorism, raising concerns of potential Interpol red notices. The Biden administration is exploring options to address this misuse of the INTERPOL system.
Mexico's President Lopez Obrador sparked a doxing scandal by revealing personal information of journalists and presidential candidates. He criticized YouTube for taking down the video of the incident, claiming censorship. International criticism followed due to press freedom violations.