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Document 451

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Summary: Inner City Press, represented by Matthew Russell Lee, filed a letter with the court objecting to the government's requests to seal portions of motions in limine and trial exhibits in the US v. Maxwell case. The press argues that the redactions and sealing are unjustified and violate the public's First Amendment right to access court proceedings.
Significance: This document is significant because it highlights the ongoing debate about public access to court proceedings and documents, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It reveals the tension between the need for transparency and the need to protect sensitive information.
Key Topics: Public access to court proceedings and documents Redactions and sealing of court documents COVID-19 and remote access to court proceedings
Key People:
  • Matthew Russell Lee - Reporter for Inner City Press
  • Alison J. Nathan - United States District Judge
  • Jed S. Rakoff - United States District Judge