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Reporter Catherine Herridge, left, wears a yellow dress and sits in front of lights and microphones, interviewing acting Defense Secretary Chris Miller, who wears a dark suit and sits, right.

Demand that Fox News reveal confidential source underscores need for PRESS Act

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A federal judge implied that the lack of a federal shield law weakens the reporter’s privilege

Published June 6, 2023 Caitlin Vogus

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Sunlight on social media: Government officials’ posts should be public records

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A new decision from Pennsylvania unnecessarily complicates the public’s right to know about government business conducted on social media

Published May 31, 2023 Caitlin Vogus

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Online speech cases fizzle at Supreme Court, but threats to journalists remain

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Supreme Court kicks Section 230 can down the road

Published May 26, 2023 Caitlin Vogus