FCC Leader Says Agency Is No Longer Independent as He’s Grilled by Democrats Over Kimmel Controversy

Soon after, with the hearing still underway, the website changed, removing “independent” from a section describing its mission.

Another Line of Attack: White House Sets up a Hall of Shame for News Outlets

It’s the latest wrinkle in the fight against what Trump, back in his first term, labeled “fake news.”

New York Times Suing Pentagon Over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s New Press Rules

Outlets like The Times walked out of the Pentagon rather than agree to the rules as a condition for getting a press credential.

AP and Trump Administration Argue Access Case Before Federal Appeals Court; No Ruling Yet

President Donald Trump restricted the AP’s access to events in smaller spaces like the Oval Office and Air Force One, leading the news outlet to sue.

NPR To Get $36M in Government Funds To Operate US Public Radio System

NPR accused the CPB of violating its First Amendment free speech rights when it moved to cut off its access to grant money appropriated by Congress.

Introducing The SLAPP Back Initiative

First Amendment Watch is building the first national database of alleged SLAPPs — strategic lawsuits against public participation — potentially meritless or malicious legal actions that can financially cripple and ultimately silence critical voices.

Kansas County Agrees To Pay $3 Million Over Law Enforcement Raid on a Small-Town Newspaper

The raid triggered a national debate about press freedom focused on Marion, a town of about 1,900 people about 150 miles southwest of Kansas City, Missouri.

Judge Will Order Federal Agents in Chicago To Restrict Using Force Against Protesters and Media

The preliminary injunction stems from a lawsuit filed by news outlets and protesters who say agents have used too much force during demonstrations.