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California Democrats advance bill targeting independent journalism
United States
First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 8:16 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 21, 2026, 8:16 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
California state Democrats passed the proposed Stop Nick Shirley Act, described in the headline as intended to shut down independent journalism.
SO WHAT?
The measure could affect press freedom and independent media operations in California.
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