The Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists for reporting on security concerns. These subpoenas were issued for journalists to testify before a federal grand jury. The news organization described this move as an extraordinary escalation against independent news organizations. A Justice Department spokesperson stated they are not targeting reporters but leaks of classified information.

The New York Times reports the Trump administration has subpoenaed several of its journalists after their report over security concerns with the new Air Force One.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration issued subpoenas on Friday to several New York Times journalists after its report this week on security concerns involving the new Air…

The New York Times condemned the subpoenas in a strong statement framing the “brazen act” as intimidating journalists from doing their jobs.”