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Maryland Republican accuses reporter of violating law by recording postdebate gaggle

Maryland Republican accuses reporter of violating law by recording postdebate gaggle

Summary

Maryland Republican Congressman Andy Harris said a reporter broke the law by recording his comments after a debate. He claimed that Maryland’s “two-party consent” law requires permission from both sides to record audio, even though he invited reporters to speak with him.

Key Facts

  • Congressman Andy Harris represents Maryland as a Republican.
  • Harris spoke to reporters after a Tuesday evening debate.
  • A reporter recorded Harris without his permission.
  • Harris cited Maryland’s “two-party consent” law, which means both people must agree to be recorded.
  • Harris said recording without consent is illegal in Maryland.
  • Harris had invited reporters to speak with him before.
  • The Baltimore Banner shared a video of this incident.
  • The law Harris mentioned applies to audio recording, not necessarily video.
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