Under the First Amendment, May Journalists Reveal Classified Information

question 4

Multiple Choice

Under the First Amendment, may journalists reveal classified information?

• A) No, because the journalists will be subject to charges for espionage
• B) Yes, as long as the information doesn't subject the U.S. or its citizens to direct, immediate, and irreparable danger
• C) Yes, as long as the government gives journalists written authorization prior to publication
• D) No, because the First Amendment does not protect free speech as it relates to classified information

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