New York Times files motion to quash justice department’s subpoenas
Summary
The New York Times asked a court to cancel subpoenas from the Justice Department that demand reporters reveal their sources. The subpoenas relate to stories about security issues with the new Air Force One plane given by Qatar, and the Times says this legal action threatens press freedom.Key Facts
- The Justice Department issued subpoenas to New York Times journalists about reporting on Air Force One security concerns.
- The subpoenas were delivered last week and require reporters to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan.
- The new Air Force One was gifted by Qatar and cost $400 million to upgrade under President Trump’s administration.
- The Times reported the new plane may lack some security features, which led President Trump to use an older jet recently.
- The Justice Department says reporters are not the targets; they want to find government leak sources.
- The Times filed a motion in court to quash (cancel) the subpoenas, calling them a threat to journalists’ rights.
- Press freedom groups have criticized the subpoenas as an attempt to intimidate the media.
- It is very rare for the government to force reporters to name sources before a grand jury.
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