US reporter fighting back after border patrol seized his cell phones
Summary
Reporter Max Blumenthal had his cell phones taken by US border patrol agents at Dulles airport after returning from Iran. He is now involved in a legal case that challenges the government’s actions and seeks proof of how the phones were handled and accessed.Key Facts
- Max Blumenthal is a reporter and founder of the independent outlet the Grayzone.
- Border patrol agents questioned him about his Iran trip and seized his two cell phones without a warrant.
- His phones were returned after a court motion but the government must now provide evidence about their handling.
- A federal judge ruled that a search warrant is required for “advanced” phone searches using special technology.
- This case is part of a broader concern about government attempts to access journalists’ communications and sources.
- The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee is supporting Blumenthal and filed the emergency motion.
- The case follows a recent similar incident involving seizure of a phone from an activist.
- The court referenced a recent case involving the New York Times reporters, showing ongoing concerns about press freedom.
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