Pentagon Tightens Restrictions on Journalist Access and Information
TL;DR
The Pentagon has imposed new restrictions on journalists covering the Defense Department, requiring prior government approval for reporting even unclassified information, revoking press credentials for non-compliance, and limiting physical access, sparking widespread criticism from press associations and lawmakers who see it as a threat to transparency and press freedom.
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- Pentagon places further restrictions on journalist access NBC News
- Press could lose Pentagon access for releasing 'unauthorised information' BBC
- Pentagon demands journalists sign pledge not to gather certain information The Guardian
- Defense Secretary Hegseth requires new 'pledge' for reporters at the Pentagon NPR
- Pentagon Introduces New Restrictions on Reporter Access The New York Times
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