Question

In what became known as the "Pentagon Papers Case," the Nixon Administration attempted to prevent the ____________________ from publishing materials belonging to a classified Defense Department study regarding the history of United States activities in Vietnam. The President argued that prior restraint was necessary to protect national security.

Answer 1

Answer:

New York times v US

Explanation:

The president Nixon had tried to use his power as president to stop the New York Times from publishing the classified information belonging to the Defense Department study regarding the history of United States activities in Vietnam in its possession. The supreme Court defended the First Amendment right of free press against the restraint the newspapers were facing by the government. The court found this unconstitutional and ruled in favor of the newspapers to publish the materials.