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@rcfp attorneys are representing @apnews.com to challenge a federal court rule that “unconstitutionally keeps the press and public in the dark about the huge numbers of immigrants being held in federal detention.” bit.ly/4yCX7bK
🗳️ With midterms next week, @rcfp has you covered. Check out our collection of free legal resources to help journalists and newsrooms — from our 24/7 Legal Hotline to the Election Legal Guide, available in English and Spanish: bit.ly/48n58Xs
📣 Attention law students: @rcfp is hiring summer legal interns!
Working alongside our attorneys, interns gain hands-on experience addressing a broad range of media law issues.
Apply by Jan. 1. Learn more: bit.ly/4eJSu8v
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A @readfrontier investigation found that at least seven people died in a Tulsa prison in just three years. An @rcfp attorney, on behalf of the news outlet, is suing the city to obtain records that could explain why. Watch:
A @readfrontier investigation found that at least seven people died in a Tulsa prison in just three years. An @rcfp attorney, on behalf of the news outlet, is suing the city to obtain records that could explain why. Watch:
We recently celebrated #RCFPAwards26, honoring inspiring leaders in journalism and media law. It was an incredible night celebrating those fighting for the right to a free press! [📸 : Meridith Kohut/Hilary Swift]
Relive the highlights in our event recap: bit.ly/4kl7RYL
ALT Reporters Committee President Bruce D. Brown speaks from a podium at the Freedom of the Press Awards
ALT Freedom of the Press Awards honorees smiling with their awards. From left: Katrice Hardy, representing The Marshall Project; Norman Pearlstine; Michele Norris; trina reynolds tyler; and David A. Schulz.
ALT Audience members watching speakers during the Reporters Committee Freedom of the Press Awards
ALT An overview shot of the attendees at the Reporters Committee Freedom of the Press Awards
Missed the event? Watch the full live stream on @rcfp's YouTube:
youtube.com/live/NHDFIfse9_g…
🚨 Minnesota journalists: Tune in tomorrow for @UMN_HSJMC's virtual “Know Your Rights” panel on covering the midterms, where @rcfp attorney Christopher Proczko will discuss newsgathering rights and best practices for reporting on Election Day: bit.ly/4dWCr7f
Rep. Andy Harris recently lashed out at a reporter for recording him at a post-debate press conference.
Harris argued that it was illegal to record without his permission. But he missed a key part of Maryland’s law.
🧵 Read to learn more:
The 1A also generally allows people to record government officials working in a public space.
For example, all courts that have considered the issue have determined a reporter can record a police officer at a protest if they don’t interfere with their ability to do their job.
Want to learn more about recording laws? Visit our Reporter’s Recording Guide for a state-by-state breakdown. bit.ly/4ej2UMf
It’s #ProBonoWeek! To celebrate, check out @rcfp’s resources for journalists and newsrooms — all free of charge:
📱 24/7 Legal Hotline
🏛️ Legal representation
📖 Reporting guides
📝 Pre-publication review
Explore all of our free legal services: rcfp.org/
A Florida election law appears to ban constitutionally protected newsgathering at polling places.
On behalf of journalist @abelfglez, attorneys from @rcfp and @shullgate are warning election officials not to unconstitutionally enforce it. bit.ly/4jCSMl6
With support from @rcfp attorneys, journalist @FlowersAlison is suing the Secret Service to obtain records regarding the prosecution of Dee Farmer, whose 1980s lawsuit led to a landmark Supreme Court decision about protections for incarcerated people. bit.ly/4BhdWeU
🗳️ Prepping for Election Day? Reporters Committee is here to help.
Read our Election Legal Guide — available in English and Spanish — for everything you need to know about covering the midterms. bit.ly/4z0sGNw
ICYMI: @rcfp now offers free, on-the-ground legal services in Minnesota! Our attorney Christopher Proczko, based in the Twin Cities, is available to help journalists with everything from public records disputes to pre-publication legal review. bit.ly/4emvgoQ
