Free Press Focus
The Alliance has long advocated for First Amendment protections and for an open and transparent government. Journalists serve a valuable role in providing reliable and truthful information to the public and provide exceptional content that meets the highest journalistic standards. Lawmakers must recognize and protect the fundamental rights of free speech and freedom of the press.
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2025 ‘State of the States’ Member Briefing
Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ETÂ
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The News/Media Alliance will host a virtual ‘State of the States’ briefing and discussion exclusively for Alliance members covering the top state legislative trends impacting the news, magazine ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Joins Amicus Brief in Courthouse News Service (CNS) v. Omundson
On May 28, 2025, the News/Media Alliance joined an amicus brief, led by RCFP, in CNS v. Omundson in the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Applauds the Reintroduction of the Journalist Protection Act
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA-14) reintroduced the Journalist Protection Act in the U.S. House and Senate ... Read More
News/Media Alliance Supports Journalistic Integrity, Protection of Journalist Sources
The DOJ Guidelines that were just rolled back shielded media of all types and ideologies, including conservative media who might now be vulnerable to targeting from future administrations. This shared interest is why the PRESS Act, also known as journalist ... Read More
