In arresting and prosecuting journalists, Trump administration draws from authoritarian playbook - Newton Kansan

In arresting and prosecuting journalists, Trump administration draws from authoritarian playbook - Newton Kansan

By: Amii Castle Like many Americans, I am deeply concerned about the Trump regime’s unhinged and unchecked authoritarian tactics. U.S. Immigration and Enforcement agents killing peaceful protestors on the street. Officials threatening lawyers and universities. Now, the administration is going after journalists who report the news. This is the authoritarian playbook — to weaken institutions that might fight back or shed light on a corrupt and dan…