DOJ Withdraws Subpoenas for New York Times Reporters
Summary
The Justice Department agreed to withdraw subpoenas that sought to compel New York Times journalists to testify about their sources for an Air Force One story. This decision came after a federal judge questioned government lawyers about their legal errors.
How coverage differs
- Left: DOJ withdraws subpoenas for reporters after judge exposes legal errors Left-leaning outlets highlight the Justice Department's decision to withdraw subpoenas for New York Times journalists, emphasizing the protection of sources for an Air Force One story. They note this action followed a federal judge's scrutiny of government lawyers' legal errors.
- Center: Government drops reporter subpoenas, admitting significant legal errors Center outlets report that the Justice Department withdrew subpoenas for three New York Times reporters after government lawyers admitted to legal errors. This action concerned the reporters' sources for an article about Air Force One.