Democrats skewered for ‘Stop Nick Shirley Act’ which could criminalise citizen journalism
California Democrats are facing backlash over a controversial bill critics warn could punish independent journalists.
The proposal would expand privacy protections and penalise those publishing images or information online.
Critics have dubbed it the “Stop Nick Shirley Act,” claiming it targets grassroots investigators exposing fraud.
Independent journalist Nick Shirley warned the bill could “scare” citizens from reporting wrongdoing in their communities.
