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The Associated Press et al. v. U.S. Department of State
Court: U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Clients: The Associated Press and Michelle Smith ...
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Why journalists should care about military involvement in domestic law enforcement
RCFP has received many questions regarding the implications for journalists of using the military for civilian law enforcement.
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Washington state passes mandatory reporting law in wake of InvestigateWest child abuse investigation
Later that month, the U.S. Department of Justice announced that it was investigating the law, arguing that it violates the ...
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Reporters Committee announces $1.25 million from Press Forward in new grant support for Local Legal Initiative
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press today announced $1.25 million in new funding from Press Forward, a national initiative to reimagine local news. With this grant, the Reporters ...
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Judge: Chattanooga City Council redistricting meetings violated Tennessee Open Meetings Act
The Chattanooga Times Free Press, represented by RCFP attorneys, sued the city council in 2022 for secretly discussing new ...
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Reporters Committee announces $1 million grant from Henry Luce Foundation for pro bono legal services
We are honored to be one of the first organizations selected by the Henry Luce Foundation to receive this grant,” said RCFP ...
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Nexstar Media, Inc. v. Pennsylvania State Police
The state police denied Simeon’s request, claiming the footage contains potential evidence related to a criminal investigation. On behalf of Nexstar Media, Inc., Paula Knudsen Burke, the Reporters ...
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RCFP urges Massachusetts lawmakers to pass reporter’s shield bill
The legislation would protect journalists from, among other things, being compelled to identify confidential sources in legal proceedings.
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Reporter's Privilege Compendium | The Reporters Committee
The Reporter’s Privilege is a complete compendium of information on the reporter’s privilege — the right not to be compelled to testify or disclose sources and information in court — in each state and ...