Leaks
Air National Guardsman Arrested For Pentagon Documents Leak Will Likely Face Espionage Act Charges
A 21-year-old reservist in the United States Air National Guard suspected of leaking Pentagon documents to an invite-only group on Discord was arrested by the FBI outside his home in North Dighton, Massachusetts.
Jack Teixeira was not immediately charged with a crime, however, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland stated
Denmark Justice Minister Approves Secret Charges Against Former Defense Minister Who Discussed NSA Spying With The Press
Denmark’s justice minister approved charges against a former defense minister who prosecutors had previously sought to criminalize for leaking to the press. The minister intends to pursue the entire case behind closed doors.
The penalty for leaking state secrets is typically up to 12 years in prison, however, the
US Government Seeks Harshest Sentence Ever In Leak Case Against Drone Whistleblower
The sentencing memorandum from the U.S. government reflects the vindictive posture of US prosecutors, particularly since he pled guilty.
Reporter's Shield Law Introduced In US Congress: A Breakdown
The PRESS Act would ensure “reporters cannot be compelled by the government to disclose their confidential sources or research files.”
US Supreme Court Decision Limits How Prosecutors May Use Anti-Hacking Law In Leak Cases
The Supreme Court's decision means it should no longer be so easy to convict whistleblowers like Thomas Drake and Chelsea Manning with the CFAA.
