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Trump’s DOJ withdrew subpoenas targeting Washington Post and WSJ reporters

The Justice Department withdrew subpoenas that sought to force reporters from The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal to testify before a grand jury. These reporters were targeted in connection with national security leak probes. The news follows a secret legal battle waged by the two news organizations.

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The DOJ has officially backed off from attempting to force national security reporters into court.

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  1. Trump DOJ Withdraws Subpoenas for Post and WSJ Reporters

    The Justice Department withdrew subpoenas that sought to force reporters from The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal to testify before a grand jury. These reporters were targeted in connection with national security leak probes. The news follows a secret legal battle waged by the two news organizations.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Justice Department withdrew subpoenas targeting reporters from The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal.
    • The subpoenas sought to compel these journalists to testify before a grand jury.
    • The legal actions were related to national security leak probes.
    • The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal engaged in a secret legal fight to stop the subpoenas.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The investigation specifically concerned an Iran leak.
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