Trump Administration Reportedly Sought Phone Records of New York Times Journalists
The Trump administration reportedly requested the phone records of New York Times journalists and their family members in New York.
New York, NY, July 21, 2026 —
The administration of former President Donald Trump reportedly made requests for the phone records of journalists working for The New York Times, as well as those of their family members. The reported requests occurred in New York.
Details regarding the specific number of journalists or family members affected, the exact timeframe of these requests, or the precise nature of the records sought were not immediately available. The reasons behind these reported requests also remain unclear.
The reported actions raise concerns about potential government overreach and the protection of journalistic sources and privacy. Historically, such requests for media records have been a sensitive issue, often drawing scrutiny from press freedom advocates and civil liberties organizations.
The New York Times has not issued a public statement regarding these specific reports at this time. Further information is expected as the situation develops.
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