Biden administration officials condemned the online harassment campaign against a Wall Street Journal reporter who questioned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about human rights during a White House press conference last week. Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, later added that "we're committed to the freedom of the press" and "condemn any efforts of intimidation or harassment of a journalist." During a press conference at the White House, Siddiqui raised concerns about religious minority rights and freedom of speech in India. And as President Biden also mentioned, India and America both countries, democracy is in our DNA. He received a ceremonial welcome and guard of honour at the White House upon his arrival.

Source: Wall Street Journal June 27, 2023 02:52 UTC