TELL THE U.S. SENATE: Trump’s constant attacks on the free press won’t
stop in his second term. The U.S. House already unanimously passed
bipartisan protections for journalists. Now, the Senate must act before
Trump is inaugurated. Sign the petition: Pass the PRESS Act!
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Hi,

Trump’s attacks on journalists and the free press are well documented.
Now, as his second term nears, it’s critical that Congress implements
greater protections for the press.

The New York Times Editorial Board said it is critical to pass a shield
for reporters to “prevent abuses of power.”^1 In his first term, Trump
attempted to block leaks and pressure reporters in ways that threaten the
free press and the public interest.

The House passed the PRESS Act without any opposition.^2 The Senate must
now pass this legislation before Trump takes office.

[ [link removed] ]Sign the petition: Protect the free press and pass the PRESS Act now!

ADD YOUR NAME

The PRESS Act would protect journalists and the investigative reporting
the public relies on to understand the inner-workings of our government.
With this legislation, government officials would not be able to force
reporters to give up their sources or seize the phone and email records of
journalists.

The New York Times Editorial Board said, “Hostility toward the news media
in the polarized politics of the day makes it more urgent than ever to
ensure that reporters can continue to pursue their essential role as
watchdogs over the government without the threat of court-ordered demands
for their sources and information. The PRESS Act is needed now.”^3

[ [link removed] ]Sign the petition: Tell the U.S. Senate to pass the PRESS Act before
Trump takes office.

Thanks for taking action,

Joey and the team at Demand Progress

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Sources:

 1. New York Times, “A Reporter’s Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of
Power,” [ [link removed] ]October 14, 2024.
 2. Ibid.
 3. Ibid.

 


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