Legal Battle Over Release of Manifestos in School Shooting Cases

A court hearing in Tennessee is underway to determine whether the writings of Audrey Hale, who killed six people at a Nashville school in 2023, should be released to the public. Media companies and free speech advocates argue for their release, citing the public's right to information, while the school and families of the victims oppose it, fearing it could incite further violence. The National Police Association argues that the writings could potentially save lives by studying them, but the Nashville Metropolitan Police Department maintains that their investigation is ongoing and has not released the writings. The judge expects a decision to take more time.