The Justice Department defended the subpoenas, saying they were targeting administration officials who leaked classified information, not journalists.The Department of Justice subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over reporting on security concerns regarding the new, Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet. Win McNamee / Getty ImagesJuly 11, 2026, 11:41 AM EDTFour New York Times journalists were subpoenaed by the Justice Department on Friday after writing stories about security concerns involving the new Air Force One, the outlet said Friday.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.