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ICE told us it had no body camera footage from Chicago in response to our FOIA — even though a federal judge ordered them to wear cameras and turn them on. So who is ICE lying to? Us, or the judge?
A new bill in Puerto Rico could severely limit its transparency law. That’s a move in the wrong direction, especially as the territory is playing an increasing role in U.S. military plans.
Press freedom is the right on which all of our other rights depend. But attempts to silence journalists are rising, from the White House to federal agencies. So we’re fighting back with new strategies. Join us: freedom.press/donate
Remember when the Defense Department added the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic to a secret war plan Signal group? As a new report suggests, there are some teachable moments from this event. Check out our digital security digest newsletter to learn more.
DHS says Kristi Noem has no Truth Social messages, in response to our FOIA request. That sounds like BS, especially since Trump — one of her 2.17M followers — sends his cabinet officials messages on the social platform. We’re appealing the response.
Threatening to punish app stores if they don’t remove apps the government dislikes is unconstitutional.This time it’s ICEBlock, but tomorrow it could be a news app. Good for ICEBlock for standing up for everyone’s First Amendment rights. https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/08/tech/iceblock-creator-sues-trump-officials-apple-removal
Many heroes work behind the scenes on press freedom. Will Lewis is one to remember today. A radio executive who championed public media, he was also a Marine and knew the First Amendment was worth fighting for. He spent 15 days in prison to protect sources until SCOTUS released him. RIP.