The Erosion of Press Freedom Under Fire The latest salvo from Donald Trump targeting the US media is hardly surprising, but it's becoming increasingly alarming.
The President's assertion that mainstream outlets pose a national security threat and are akin to a "cancer" is a disturbing escalation in his long standing war with the press.
In recent years, we've seen a steady erosion of press freedom in this country, often justified by Trump's team as necessary measures to protect against leaks or perceived bias.