The first amendment doesn't protect conspiring to illegally access a computer system. Further, not all dissemination of classified materials can be classified as a first amendment activity.
In short, there has to be a difference between a spy and a journalist.
Further, it's worth noting that Snowden agreed to sign his life away when he signed the SF-86 form to apply for a US clearance. Glenn Greenwald did not.
In short, there has to be a difference between a spy and a journalist.
Further, it's worth noting that Snowden agreed to sign his life away when he signed the SF-86 form to apply for a US clearance. Glenn Greenwald did not.