The Union of Journalists in Israel has called on the Prime Minister's Office to reverse its decision barring journalists from joining Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming flight to meet the United States president in Florida. Journalists were informed they would need to arrange independent travel for the trip, with no explanation or established policy provided. The union argues that excluding journalists from the official state plane undermines press freedom and the public's right to independent coverage of the prime minister's activities. This is the second consecutive United States visit where journalists have been excluded, raising concerns about transparency and democratic principles. Meanwhile, a proposed communications reform in Israel has sparked criticism, with opponents warning it could stifle free speech and increase government control over media content.