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Protecting the Press: Legal Challenges and Implications
This chapter examines the critical need for legal protections for journalistic sources amid ongoing legal battles, including a Privacy Act lawsuit against federal agencies. It highlights personal experiences of journalists facing contempt charges for safeguarding confidential information, stressing the importance of legislative measures like the Press Act for democracy. The discussion also explores the delicate balance between transparency and protecting sources, addressing concerns over national security and the role of the media in holding government accountable.