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Journalist Killings Decline, But Intimidation Persists Under Marcos

9/25/2025

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Since President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took office in 2022, journalist killings declined, with no 2024 murders.
Rights groups warn of ongoing intimidation and politically motivated prosecutions against journalists.
The government blocked independent media over ties to outlawed groups; courts overturned decisions.
Five journalists have been killed under Marcos Jr., and prosecutions persist; activists demand reforms to protect media freedom.

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Story summary

Since President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took office in 2022, journalist killings declined, with no 2024 murders.
Rights groups warn of ongoing intimidation and politically motivated prosecutions against journalists.
The government blocked independent media over ties to outlawed groups; courts overturned decisions.
Five journalists have been killed under Marcos Jr., and prosecutions persist; activists demand reforms to protect media freedom.