New York Times Co. v. United States

In 1967, Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara initiated a classified study on the Vietnam War, which revealed discrepancies between public statements and actual actions. Daniel Ellsberg, troubled by these findings, leaked the Pentagon Papers to the press in 1971. The Nixon administration attempted to stop publication, citing national security risks. However, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the press, emphasizing First Amendment rights. The case highlighted government transparency issues and remains relevant today, especially with the release of the movie 'The Post'.

Who created the Vietnam Study Task Force and when?

What was the purpose of the Vietnam Study Task Force?

What actions did Daniel Ellsberg take regarding the Pentagon Papers?

What was the reaction of President Nixon to the publication of the Pentagon Papers?

What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding the publication of the Pentagon Papers?

How did Justice Hugo Black describe the role of the press in a democracy?

What was the outcome for Daniel Ellsberg and Anthony Russo after their charges?