The Trump administration has subpoenaed several journalists from The New York Times following the outlet's coverage of security and legal issues surrounding the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.

According to the report, federal agents delivered subpoenas to reporters' homes, compelling them to testify before a Manhattan federal grand jury.This move is seen as an unprecedented effort by the administration to intimidate news organizations and suppress press freedom.

The subpoena targets journalists who reported on Trump's security concerns regarding the aircraft, including its lack of equipment for direct flights from Turkey.Legal representatives criticized the action, arguing it undermines constitutional protections for a free press.

The timing suggests the administration may be seeking to identify sources of leaks related to the plane's security flaws, which have drawn public scrutiny and frustration from the president.