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Senators Grill Justice Dept. Officials on New York Times Subpoenas
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Democratic senators questioned Justice Department officials about subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists, raising concerns over press freedom under the Trump administration.
- The subpoenas, served to reporters who covered security issues related to President Trump’s Qatari-donated Air Force One jet, compelled them to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan.
- The White House, angered by the coverage, directed FBI Director Kash Patel to lead a leak investigation, prompting The Times to condemn the subpoenas as an intimidation tactic.
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, nominated by Trump to lead the Justice Department, defended the subpoenas during his Senate confirmation hearing, stating the reporters were material witnesses, not targets.
