Katherine Jacobsen

Katherine Jacobsen serves as the program coordinator for the Committee to Protect Journalists, focusing on threats to press freedom. In this discussion, she delves into Trump's ongoing battles with major news organizations like the Associated Press and CBS, outlining the dangerous implications for journalists. Jacobsen emphasizes the rising risks they face under the Trump administration, including legal actions and media suppression. She also highlights the financial and mental health challenges that modern journalists encounter, underscoring the critical need for a free press in democracy.