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DOJ Threatens Reporters Over Classified Leaks
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche warns reporters who receive classified information about potential investigations, amid growing concerns over the federal government's crackdown on critical media outlets. Key House Republicans express skepticism towards Pentagon budget plans.
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The Hill
The top Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee on Tuesday seemed dubious of plans to fund the Pentagon’s $1.5 billion budget request as Congress waits to receive a supplemental request for tens of billions of dollars to fund the war in Iran. Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Calif.), the chair of the H
2026-05-12 14:50 UTC
The Hill
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is warning reporters who receive leaks of classified information about potential investigations, as concerns grow about the federal government's cracking down on media outlets critical of the administration. "Prosecuting leakers who share our nation’s secrets wit
2026-05-12 14:51 UTC