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Philippine Supreme Court Clears Rappler, Boosts Press Freedom

4/2/2026

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Maria Ressa, CEO of Rappler, celebrates after the Philippine Supreme Court closes the case against Rappler on January 20, 2026.
The Court of Appeals issued a 2024 decision that voided the SEC's shutdown order against Rappler.
International lawyer Amal Clooney praised the outcome as a win for press freedom.
Ressa still faces one pending cyber libel case, with the Office of the Solicitor General seeking her acquittal.

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Maria Ressa, CEO of Rappler, celebrates after the Philippine Supreme Court closes the case against Rappler on January 20, 2026.
The Court of Appeals issued a 2024 decision that voided the SEC's shutdown order against Rappler.
International lawyer Amal Clooney praised the outcome as a win for press freedom.
Ressa still faces one pending cyber libel case, with the Office of the Solicitor General seeking her acquittal.