Qatari-gifted Air Force One

The Justice Department admitted legal errors and withdrew subpoenas for two New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns related to President Trump's Qatari-gifted Air Force One. A judge criticized the DOJ for these errors.

President Donald Trump’s administration sought phone records of New York Times journalists and their relatives related to coverage of a Qatari-gifted Air Force One. The subpoenas, described as expansive and targeting source relationships broadly, were challenged by the Times as part of a 'bad faith' effort by the government.

The New York Times filed a motion to quash subpoenas served on journalists covering security concerns about the new Air Force One, which was retrofitted with $400 million from Qatar. The Justice Department claims the subpoenas target leakers of classified information, not reporters, while the Times argues they violate constitutional rights and press freedom.

Subpoenas were issued to five New York Times journalists reporting on security concerns related to a Qatari-gifted Air Force One. Media advocates criticized the move as a dangerous escalation of efforts to intimidate independent journalism, with the subpoenas seeking testimony before a federal grand jury in Manhattan.

Subpoenas were issued to five New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns involving a Qatari-gifted Air Force One. The legal action has been criticized as a dangerous escalation by media advocates, who argue it threatens press freedom and creates a chilling effect on journalism.

Subpoenas were issued to five New York Times journalists reporting on security concerns related to a Qatari-gifted Air Force One, with critics calling the move a dangerous escalation in efforts to intimidate independent media. The Trump administration and Justice Department officials reportedly coordinated the action, which has drawn condemnation from media advocates as a threat to press freedom.

The Secret Service advised President Trump not to use the Qatari-gifted Air Force One during the NATO Summit in Turkey. He flew out on the older model as a precaution against a potential threat.