According to Politico:
Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Josh Fox was led away in handcuffs from a House Science Committee hearing Wednesday morning after refusing to pack up his camera.
Fox was led out by Capitol Police shortly after 10 a.m., before the hearing could be gaveled into order. The “Gasland” director was attempting to film the hearing, which will focus on EPA’s investigation of potential natural gas contamination in Pavillion, Wyo.
“I’m within my First Amendment rights, and I’m being taken out,” Fox shouted as he was led away.
I actually have met Josh Fox twice—one of my friends worked with him on a play a few years ago. The first time I met him was at a fundraising party for “Gasland,” and to see how far he’s come now is inspiring. The resistance with which he is still met, on the other hand..
