Sunday, May 04

Nicaragua's withdrawal from UNESCO follows the awarding of a press freedom prize to the exiled newspaper La Prensa, highlighting tensions over censorship and dissent.

Friday, May 02

Reporters Without Borders warns of an alarming decline in U.S. press freedom during Trump's presidency, marking unprecedented challenges for journalists globally.

Saturday, Apr 26

The Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi has rolled back protections for journalists, facilitating the seizure of reporters’ records in leak investigations.

Sunday, Apr 20

Chicago Fed President Goolsbee warns against undermining central bank independence amid political tensions with President Trump.

Wednesday, Apr 16

AP reporters barred from Oval Office despite a court order; White House enacts media policy limiting access to press.

Sunday, Apr 13

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must restore Associated Press access, affirming press freedom rights in the face of government restrictions.

Tuesday, Apr 01

Zimbabweans largely stayed home during planned protests against President Mnangagwa, with heavy police presence resulting in low turnout and multiple arrests.

Saturday, Mar 29

Skadden Arps agrees to a $100 million pro bono deal with Trump to avoid executive orders targeting law firms, stirring controversy in the legal community.

Monday, Mar 24

The Supreme Court declines to reconsider defamation protections in a case brought by billionaire Steve Wynn against the press.

Monday, Mar 17

Trump signs order placing all staff at Voice of America on leave, prompting widespread condemnation from press advocates and concerns over media freedom.