Key Facts

• The New York Times received subpoenas related to a story about the new Air Force One lacking advanced defensive features.
• The subpoenas ask reporters to testify before a grand jury and provide phone records of reporters and some family members.
• The Times’ lawyers say the subpoenas aim to intimidate and punish the newspaper for reporting that upset President Trump.
• The Department of Justice says the subpoenas are to find if classified information was leaked that could affect national security.
• The plane was donated by Qatar and costs about $400 million, with additional retrofit expenses planned.
• The Times argues the subpoenas violate the First Amendment right to gather news without government interference.
• The legal battle focuses on balancing national security concerns with press freedom.
• The case highlights tensions between the Trump administration and the press.