Catherine Herridge's Testimony on Press Freedoms and the Press Act

Catherine Herridge, a veteran CBS News investigative journalist, testified before a House Judiciary subcommittee about press freedoms and the need for the Press Act. She was held in contempt of court for refusing to reveal her sources and was laid off by CBS News. Herridge emphasized the importance of protecting confidential sources and called for the passage of the Press Act to provide journalists with federal shield protections.

Journalist Contempt Case

Federal judge holds investigative reporter Catherine Herridge in civil contempt for refusing to reveal her source for Fox News stories about a Chinese American scientist investigated by the FBI. Media advocates express concern over chilling effect on journalism.

Controversy at CBS News involving Catherine Herridge and Ingrid Ciprian-Matthews

CBS News president Ingrid Ciprian-Matthews, who played a role in pushing out investigative reporter Catherine Herridge, is being honored with a free speech award despite the controversy. The decision to oust Herridge was made by higher-ups in the Washington D.C. bureau. The restructuring at CBS led to layoffs, including Herridge. Critics accuse the network of allowing Herridge to be swept up in the mass culling. The House Judiciary Committee has launched an investigation into Herridge's termination and the handling of her files. CBS News returned her personal files containing confidential information on her legal case and stories she had worked on after facing pressure.

Controversial Layoff of Investigative Journalist Catherine Herridge by CBS News

Investigative journalist Catherine Herridge was laid off by CBS News in a controversial manner, with allegations that the network seized her notes. The situation has raised concerns about freedom of the press and the handling of confidential sources.

CBS Seizes Files of Investigative Reporter Catherine Herridge

CBS seizes files and records of investigative reporter Catherine Herridge after firing her, raising concerns about the attack on free press principles and source confidentiality. Union and former CBS employees express shock and alarm at this unprecedented move.