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After UK Police Raid, Journalist Asa Winstanley Focused On Stopping 'Digital Strip-Search' Of His Devices

After UK Police Raid, Journalist Asa Winstanley Focused On Stopping 'Digital Strip-Search' Of His Devices

Journalist Asa Winstanley is most concerned about stopping police from searching his devices for information that would put his sources at risk.

UK Using Terrorism Law To Silence Journalists, Protesters Who Commit 'Speech Crimes'

UK Using Terrorism Law To Silence Journalists, Protesters Who Commit 'Speech Crimes'

Among the most well-known examples of this crackdown are the arrests of British journalist Sarah Wilkinson and British-Syrian journalist Richard Medhurst.

What To Know About Assange's Next Hearing On May 20

What To Know About Assange's Next Hearing On May 20

UK High Court: Extradition Removes CIA's 'Rationale' For Assassinating Assange

UK High Court: Extradition Removes CIA's 'Rationale' For Assassinating Assange

The British High Court of Justice refused to consider “fresh evidence” involving the CIA's alleged plans to kidnap or kill WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange

Assange Extradition Delayed: UK High Court Asks US To Offer 'Assurances' Or Face Limited Appeal

Assange Extradition Delayed: UK High Court Asks US To Offer 'Assurances' Or Face Limited Appeal

While granting WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange a limited appeal against extradition, the US government was encouraged by the UK High Court to submit "assurances" that could prevent further proceedings.

UK Police Targeted Two Journalists With Surveillance Trap

UK Police Targeted Two Journalists With Surveillance Trap

Assange Is No 'Ordinary Journalist': US Opposes Request For Appeal

Assange Is No 'Ordinary Journalist': US Opposes Request For Appeal

The U.S. government defended their prosecution of Assange saying he is no "ordinary journalist" and WikiLeaks is not a legitimate publisher.