DARE: Jamal Khashoggi: “What the Arab World Needs Most Is Free Expression”
Khashoggi issues an impassioned defense of free expression and a forceful call for the free press that the people of the Middle East—and the world—deserve. We hope that these… More
DARE: “Trump’s Attacks on the Press Are Illegal. We’re Suing.”
CBS reporter says Secret Service agent blocked his phone as he attempted to ask White House senior advisor Jared Kushner a question. As gruesome details emerge about the apparent… More
DARE: Literary Group Sues Trump, Alleges Free Speech Stifling
PEN America files First Amendment suit against President Donald Trump, alleging that threats and acts of retaliation against journalists and media outlets suppress free speech. More
DARE: Trump vows ‘severe punishment’ if Saudis killed Jamal Khashoggi
President Trump now says there will be “severe punishment” if Saudi Arabia is found to have murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi. More
DARE: ‘I Know Nothing’: Trump’s Stance toward Missing Saudi Journalist Sparks Concern
The Vice President and Secretary of State express grave concern about Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi, missing after entering the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul more than a week… More
DARE: Rick Gates Sought Online Manipulation Plans From Israeli Intelligence Firm for Trump Campaign
Trump campaign official sought proposals from foreign intelligence firms to create false online identities and stoke social media manipulation in the run-up to the 2016 election. Google shuts down… More
Horrific Rape and Murder of Bulgarian Journalist Viktoria Marinova Demands Immediate, Rigorous, Independent Investigation
Horrific rape and murder of Bulgarian journalist Viktoria Marinova demands immediate, rigorous, independent investigation. More
Reported Assassination of Journalist and Saudi Dissident Jamal Khashoggi an Abomination
"The reported state-sponsored assassination of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi is a shocking abomination. If the killing is confirmed, those responsible for this heinous crime must be held accountable." More
DARE: Washington Post Prints Blank Column to Back Saudi Columnist Missing in Turkey
The Washington Post leaves blank the space usually filled with a column by Jamal Khashoggi, an opinion writer and Saudi national who has not been seen since he entered… More
DARE: Trump Engaged in Suspect Tax Schemes as He Reaped Riches From His Father
Blockbuster New York Times story on President Trump’s personal finances, resulting from an 18-month review of a trove of records, showcases the role of investigative journalism. Three Pennsylvania news… More
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