That the Senate— (1) reaffirms the central role that independent and professional journalism plays in— (A) strengthening democratic governance; (B) upholding the rule of law; (C) mitigating conflict; and (D) informing public opinion in the United States and around the world; (2) condemns the consistent use by President Trump of rhetoric meant to celebrate and publicize acts of violence and aggression against the press; (3) concurs with the statement of CNN that the withdrawal of press credentials from Jim Acosta is a threat to our democracy and the country deserves better ; (4) supports an independent and impartial investigation by the United Nations Secretary-General into the death of Jamal Khashoggi, with the full cooperation of the United States Government; and (5) expresses support for and solidarity with independent journalists around the globe working— (A) to expose uncomfortable truths; (B) to shine a light on systemic corruption; and (C) to provide accountability in societies yearning for democracy and development.