On July 15, 2026, several reporters from the New York Times were summoned to testify before a federal grand jury. This followed the publication of articles analyzing security issues related to the new Air Force One. The situation is sparking a debate on press freedom.

White House correspondent Liz Landers engaged in a discussion with Will Creeley, focusing on the implications for journalistic rights. Landers is known for her work with PBS News Hour, reporting on the White House and the Trump administration. Before PBS, she was the national security correspondent for Scripps News and reported on disinformation.