- United States
- Minn.
- Letter
Swiftly pass PRESS Act to protect journalists, sources
To: Sen. Smith, Sen. Klobuchar
From: A constituent in Dundas, MN
December 6
The PRESS Act aims to protect journalists and their sources from overly broad government compulsion to disclose protected information or records related to their work. This is crucial for upholding freedom of the press and the public's right to be informed on matters of national importance. With threats looming against journalists who report critically on those in power, passing this legislation swiftly is essential to safeguarding a free and independent media. We urge you to prioritize advancing the PRESS Act through the Senate before the next administration takes office, to ensure robust protections remain in place for the journalists working to keep the public informed and holding the powerful accountable.