Question

When considering freedom of speech, which of the following is true:

a) Prior restraint is permissible against media when the government has a compelling reason that is narrowly focused

b) Reporters cannot withhold sources when subpoenaed by a Grand Jury

c) The president can exercise prior restraint on a provable national security risk but only after the story is released

d) The government can place limits on the media if they are attempting to avoid criticism

Answer 1

Answer A)  Prior restraint is permissible against media when the government has a compelling reason that is narrowly focused.

Explanation- A form of censorship under which the government is permitted to review the content of media materials and thereby prevent their publication when they possess compelling reason about its restrictions to publish this censorship is known as Prior Restraint; however this was undergone some modification under the first amendement.