Don’t overthink this. He’s asking for bribes.

"The Constitution clearly mandates that Congress, not the executive branch, has the power of the purse." Congress should reinstate the Office of Management and Budget's public apportionment tracker now. Read the letter we signed alongside nine other organizations: www.rstreet.org/outreach/coa...

My brain literally cannot comprehend all of the bad stuff that just happened today so instead: scholastic book fair now has online wallets that you can use for your kiddos at the book fair- but also, you can donate to “share the fair” so others w/o can get books.

I am working out of a public library and there are a good number of people who seem to be on hard times using the facilities for various reasons like job searching, entertainment, charging peripherals, using the bathroom, etc., and I am struck by how important it is that libraries continue to exist

Hey, whistleblowers: Exposing corruption is vital but comes with its own risks. If you’re sharing sensitive information, make sure to protect your identity — use encrypted tools like @securedrop.org Stay safe, stay anonymous. freedom.press/digisec/blog...

I got laid off today, with the rest of 18F. 18F was an elite federal software shop. We made gov't websites work better, more efficiently for the American people. We saved taxpayers from getting screwed over by contractors. And were fired for it. We made this website to tell our story: 18f.org

If you worked for 18F and got fired, Group together to start a consulting company. It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create. They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms. I’m happy to invest and/or help

Red and blue states alike recognize the need for journalist-source confidentiality. Let's hope Idaho's shield bill gets across the finish line.

Kudos to @404media.bsky.social for leading by example and lowering the paywall on any article that's primarily based on public records. If a small, independent outlet can afford it, others have no excuse.

Judge rules that Black church in DC, which won a $2.8 million default judgment against the Proud Boys, now gains control over the trademark “Proud Boys.” The far-right group is barred from selling any related merchandise or symbols without the consent of the church. Gift link:

Yesterday's "Day Without Immigrants" protests around the country underscore a crucial truth: no matter what you hear on Fox News, immigrants are good for the economy and our society.

Listen to @freedom.press guest columnist @isaacwhitereporter.bsky.social talk to @projectcensored.bsky.social about the challenges he faces as a local indigenous journalist, including being prosecuted for doing his job. www.projectcensored.org/defending-lo...

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This is a crisis response app. If a diplomat is in danger, for any reason, this sends their whereabouts to diplomatic security in country and DC

Sekon. If you read my piece, published by @freedom.press, please consider following @sagepod.bsky.social, the podcast I cohost with my fellow Akwesasronon and friend Josh. Native Niche. Decolonization. Fuck assimilation. Two Mohawks living in Akwesasne telling it like it is. No holds barred.

“You’re under arrest.” “I’m a reporter.” “I don’t care.” Read more from Mohawk journalist Isaac White about his arrest and prosecution for covering a land claim demonstration in northern New York in May 2024: freedom.press/issues/mohaw...

Journalists covering the U.S.’s vast mass incarceration complex face unique challenges, but the stories are too important not to be told. Get tips on how to find and tell them in a two-part series from a reporter who has navigated the obstacles.

Thanks to @mediaanddemocracy.bsky.social for including Freedom of the Press Foundation in their list of press freedom organizations to support this holiday season. Donate to FPF to support and defend #pressfreedom today: freedom.press/donate

One journalist was ultimately able to witness the execution but only because Corcoran gave him a friends and family seat. Almost no information was released. The state shouldn’t put the burden on the condemned to ensure transparency around their own killing. www.indystar.com/story/opinio...

This chilling account by journalist @isaacwhitereporter.bsky.social of his arrest illustrates the importance of local journalism AND threats to #PRESSfreedom Attention: @mariaressa.bsky.social @sulliview.bsky.social @oliverdarcy.bsky.social @craignewmark.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/isaa...

When they’re not trying to sue or prosecute journalists for reporting on public records, LA officials use disappearing chats to avoid creating them in the first place. www.latimes.com/california/s...

More threats to #PRESSfreedom @schumer.senate.gov any last minute plans for a vote on the #PRESSact? ⏰ 🗓️ “The pressure from Trump and his allies on the media is already growing and will continue to intensify, according to two Trump aides..” (credit to @sarahellison.bsky.social Jeremy Barr)

My first time being published nationally. I'm proud of my piece, and yes, I want people to read it. Journalists are under threat more and more. Sharing my experience hopefully raises more awareness of this problem. freedom.press/issues/mohaw...

This is an incredible testament to the loss of local news coverage. A congresswoman disappeared for six months and no one noticed.

“While the thought of spending a year in county jail wasn’t appealing, there was no way I would bend to the state’s bullying.” - Mohawk journalist Isaac White on his arrest for reporting the news. freedom.press/issues/mohaw...

Indigenous outlets like Indian Time, which White wrote for, are facing the same struggles as all local media. Expect censorial public officials to take advantage and keep trying to bully them. www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7414225

An important piece by Mohawk journalist Isaac White about the impact of his prosecution for documenting a land claim demonstration, both on himself and his community. freedom.press/issues/mohaw...