"Media organizations are taking unusual steps to prepare for what they fear will be a legal and political onslaught from the new administration."
"Reporters and editors at national newspapers are increasing their reliance on encrypted communications to help shield themselves and their sources from potential federal leak investigations and subpoenas.
Multiple media organizations are evaluating whether they have enough insurance coverage to absorb a potential wave of libel and other litigation from officials who have already shown an inclination to file such suits.
And a nonprofit investigative journalism outlet is preparing for the possibility that the government will investigate issues like whether its use of freelancers complies with labor regulations.
With President-elect Donald J. Trump returning to the White House, media outlets large and small are taking steps to prepare for what they fear could be a legal and political onslaught against them from the new administration and Mr. Trump’s allies inside and outside the government."
David Enrich and Katie Robertson report for the New York Times January 13, 2025.
SEE ALSO:
"Trump’s Wild Threats Put Press Freedom In The Crosshairs In Second Term" (Guardian)
"How Trump’s First Administration Threatened Press Freedom At The Border" (RCFP)
"Trump’s Vengeful Lawsuits Against Media Lack Legal Basis, But Harm American Press Freedom" (RSF)
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