Subpoenas Target Journalists in Leak Probe

The Justice Department stunned the media world by subpoenaing reporters from The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal to testify before a grand jury in a classified leak investigation — a move critics slammed as a direct assault on press freedom. Though the subpoenas were later withdrawn, the episode reignited fears about government overreach, especially after the FBI earlier searched a Post journalist’s home and seized her devices. While the Justice Department insists it’s targeting leakers within the government — not journalists — the tactic underscores a growing tension between national security and the First Amendment. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged the conflict, pledging to focus on government employees, not reporters. The Post called the subpoena “unwarranted,” vowing to defend press freedom against any administration that threatens it. The withdrawal may signal a pause — but the core question remains: how do we protect secrets without silencing the press? Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0f0ee79e3bfe766a