Rep. Thomas Massie and Jim McGovern express concern in their letter to President Biden regarding Julian Assange's prosecution under the Espionage Act and its implications.
They acknowledge the administration's efforts to resolve Assange's case but raise alarms about the precedent set by his plea agreement regarding press freedoms.
The legislators warn that Section 793 of the Espionage Act could endanger journalists and news organizations involved in reporting national security matters.
Massie and McGovern's letter echoes sentiments from the Committee to Protect Journalists, highlighting the potential chilling effect on freedom of expression and press.
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