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Several journalists say US border agents questioned them about migrant coverage (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News February 17, 2019

CPJ is concerned by reports that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is harassing journalists or subjecting them to invasive questioning during secondary screening when they cross into the United States.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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