Trump administration tried to force journalists to testify before federal grand jury in leak probe

The Trump administration's attempt to force four journalists to testify before a federal grand jury in a leak investigation sparked significant concern among media organizations, who rallied to defend their reporters. After facing pushback from the news outlets, the administration reportedly backed off the effort. This move highlights the ongoing tension between the press and the executive branch over freedom of the press and government transparency, raising questions about the administration's commitment to journalistic independence.