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That the House of Representatives— (1) strongly condemns President Donald J. Trump’s attacks on the press, including efforts to delegitimize and restrict journalistic institutions; (2) reaffirms the essential role of a free press in preserving democracy and ensuring governmental accountability; (3) urges the executive branch to respect the rights of journalists and allow them to perform their duties without fear of retaliation; (4) calls for continued efforts to secure the release of the 11 USAGM journalists imprisoned abroad; and (5) expresses solidarity with journalists who face threats, harassment, or violence as a result of their commitment to truth and public service.