Liberia: Speaker Koon Apologizes to Journalists

The Press Union of Liberia (PUL) welcomes the public apology issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Richard Koon, regarding his recent threat against journalists.

The Union views the apology as an important step toward restoring trust and reinforcing the duty of public officials to safeguard press freedom.

Speaking during the plenary session on Thursday, 27 November 2025, Speaker Koon expressed regret for comments in which he threatened to “grab and jail” journalists.

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