Press freedom refers to the right of individuals and media organizations to publish and disseminate information without censorship or interference from the government. It is protected by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Related terms
Censorship: Censorship refers to the suppression or restriction of certain information or ideas by the government or other controlling bodies.
Prior Restraint: Prior restraint is a legal concept that refers to government actions preventing material from being published or broadcasted before it happens.
Sedition: Sedition involves speech, writing, or actions that incite rebellion against an established authority or government.