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Journalists face legal consequences for protecting sources, exposing internal media obstacles.
Thousands in Moscow defy Kremlin to honor Alexi Navalny, underscoring tension against Russian authorities.
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Contempt of Civil Court for Refusing to Reveal Sources
Former CBS reporter Katherine Herridge was held in contempt of civil court for not disclosing her sources related to reports about a Chinese scientist investigated by the FBI. A fine of $800 per day was imposed until she reveals her sources, with suspicions that internal roadblocks at CBS hindered her reporting on Hunter Biden.
Thousands Defy Kremlin to Mourn Putin Critic Navalny
In Moscow, thousands defied the Kremlin to honor Alexi Navalny, a Putin critic who died in prison, allegedly due to President Putin's involvement. The procession from a church to the cemetery amid a significant police presence saw no disruptions. Supporters chant Navalny's name, highlighting the ongoing tension against the Russian authorities.
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