This year has seen quite a number of political protests leading to the arrests, assaults, and detainments of members of the press. So with the general elections just days away, journalists are gearing up for a busy news week.
What does all this mean for press freedom in the U.S.? Where do the two presidential candidates stand when it comes to press freedom? And what can journalists do to ensure their own safety while covering political events?
Watch Kirstin McCudden, vice president of editorial at Freedom of the Press Foundation (FPF) and managing editor of its project, the U.S. Press Freedom Tracker, break it down for you.
And, for a more detailed explanation and additional resources on press freedom issues surrounding the elections, read our election blog by following the link in bio.
