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Air National Guardsman Arrested For Pentagon Documents Leak Will Likely Face Espionage Act Charges

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 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.

The Fallout Over Trump Administration's Seizure Of Reporters' Records

The Fallout Over Trump Administration's Seizure Of Reporters' Records

In Early 2020, Pentagon Launched 'Aggressive' Investigation Into 'Bad Leaks'

The Pentagon launched an "aggressive" investigation of leaks earlier this year.