The U.S. Department of Justice has issued subpoenas for journalists from The New York Times, compelling them to testify about the issues of the new Air Force One.

The U.S. Department of Justice has issued subpoenas to several journalists from The New York Times, compelling them to testify before a federal grand jury in Manhattan.

These subpoenas come in the wake of an article that highlighted security issues with the new presidential aircraft Air Force One, donated by Qatar to President Donald Trump. The Trump administration has aggressively targeted the press, and the presence of federal agents at reporters' doors has been condemned by the publication, which believes this act represents an attempt to hinder public information. The subpoenas, issued by federal prosecutor Jay Clayton, seek testimony related to an alleged violation of federal criminal law, without providing further details.

In the past, Trump has consistently criticized the traditional press and has attempted to use the power of the government to intimidate it. The New York Times is involved in several lawsuits related to the Trump administration, including defamation claims and restrictions imposed on reporters.