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PYPI WAS SUBPOENAED

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In March and April 2023, the Python Software Foundation (PSF) received three subpoenas for PyPI user data. All three subpoenas were issued by the United States Department of Justice. The PSF was not provided with context on the legal circumstances surrounding these subpoenas. In total, user data related to five PyPI usernames were requested.