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Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists who reported security concerns around new Air Force One
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Key Points:
- Four New York Times journalists were subpoenaed by the Justice Department to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan concerning their reporting on security issues related to a Qatari-gifted jet serving as the new Air Force One.
- The subpoenas followed the Times' report that President Trump left Turkey on the older Air Force One due to Secret Service security concerns about the newer, Qatar-donated plane.
- The Times' attorney condemned the subpoenas as an intimidation tactic aimed at preventing public knowledge and press freedom.
- A senior FBI official had previously requested the Times not to publish the story, citing national security, but did not specify the exact issue.
- The subpoenas lack specific details, only indicating the journalists are to testify regarding an alleged criminal law violation.
