Journalists’ use of anonymous sources is a practice as old as the trade itself and is considered one of the hallmarks of the freedom of the press, to which Canadians have a right.
'We remain deeply concerned about the deterioration in protection for human rights and fundamental freedoms and the systematic dismantling of Hong Kong’s autonomy under the National Security Law.'
WikiLeaks publisher Julian Assange, held in a London prison since 2019, now has 14 days to appeal the Home Secretary's decision before being extradited to the U.S. to face espionage charges.
'Line prosecutors and FBI case agents do not get to decide who is entitled to free speech rights and other protections guaranteed by the First Amendment.'