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.
Key Points
- Importance of federal shield protections for journalists
- Impact of forcing reporters to disclose sources on investigative journalism
- Advocacy for the passage of the Press Act
Pros
- Advocating for press freedoms and protection of confidential sources
- Highlighting the importance of investigative journalism in a democracy
Cons
- Legal battles and professional repercussions faced by journalists for protecting sources
- Concerns over media organizations seizing reporting files