HRES 934
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment, and that the United States ought to drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.
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This House Resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that journalistic activities, like the reporting and publishing of information, are protected by the First Amendment. It urges the U.S. government to drop all charges and extradition efforts against Julian Assange, citing concerns about potential implications for press freedom. The resolution highlights the significant legal penalties Assange faces and emphasizes the support he receives from numerous international figures and lawmakers.
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