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‘Gag order’ tied to demand for Microsoft communications chills reporting
Reporters Committee attorneys argue that a nondisclosure order linked to a government demand for Microsoft communications threatens newsgathering.By Basma HumadiCategorized in Prior Restraint
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Appeals court rules Baltimore police mandatory non-disclosure agreements unconstitutional
Court rules in favor of a police misconduct victim who lost half of her settlement after speaking to the media.Categorized in Newsgathering
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Reporters Committee secures FOIA win in case to uncover details on FBI impersonation of documentary filmmakers
Q&A: What the Reporters Committee’s recent FOIA win means for the public and journalists The U.S. District Court for the…Categorized in Freedom of Information
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U.S. government’s effort targeting journalists reporting at the U.S.-Mexico border threatens First Amendment rights
On Wednesday, NBC San Diego and other outlets reported that U.S. government agencies have created a list to track journalists…Categorized in Announcements -
Media groups advocate for affordable access to court records
Update (Aug. 7, 2020): A federal appeals court ruled on Aug. 6 that the federal judiciary is overcharging for public access…By Anna G. BahnCategorized in Court Access
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Four states pass laws restricting protestors
Four states have recently passed legislation restricting the rights of protesters.By Emma LuxCategorized in Newsgathering -
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Pentagon revises war manual to emphasize protections for journalists
The Pentagon has updated its Law of War manual to clarify that journalists are generally protected as civilians under international…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Appellate court reinstates surveillance case against New York police
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Philadelphia (3rd Cir.) ruled last week that Muslim plaintiffs can pursue a lawsuit against…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Idaho federal court strikes down "ag-gag" law
The U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho struck down Idaho’s “ag-gag” law, which criminalized undercover investigations in which…Categorized in Newsgathering -
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Reporters Committee calls on White House to support strong encryption for journalists
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press (RCFP) joined nearly 150 civil society groups, businesses, and trade groups in…Categorized in Protecting Sources and Materials