Reporters and editors at national newspapers are increasing their reliance on encrypted communications to protect themselves and their sources from potential federal leak investigations. Media organizations are assessing their insurance coverage to prepare for possible lawsuits from officials. With concerns over a hostile press environment under President-elect Donald J. Trump, news outlets are taking precautions like using encrypted messaging apps and disposing of sensitive documents quickly to avoid subpoenas.
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