Outcry in Trinidad and Tobago after passing of police bill that could threaten press freedom
Trinidad and Tobago’s parliament recently approved the Special Operations Bill, expanding police authority to conduct searches and seize property. Journalists and civil‑rights groups argue the law could undermine press freedom and call for immediate amendments. The bill’s passage has sparked protests and concerns that the new powers may be used to target media coverage. The government maintains the measure is for national security.