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politics18 days ago

Pentagon opens a public trove of UFO files online for independent review

The Defense Department released a large batch of previously secret UFO files on a new public site, war.gov/UFO, signaling a push for transparency and inviting Americans to draw their own conclusions about unidentified aerial phenomena; officials say more material will be declassified later, reflecting ongoing curiosity about alien life and government records, while experts note many sightings may have terrestrial explanations.

via Politico|
#declassification#government-transparency#pentagon
Key Data Insights That Shaped 2025
journalism4 months ago

Key Data Insights That Shaped 2025

The article highlights key data-driven discoveries from 2025 across various fields, including record low IRS audit rates, improved electric vehicle charging infrastructure, detailed analysis of legislation impacts, federal land control in Washington, and innovations in urban transit, illustrating how data points can reveal significant insights and trends.

via The New York Times|
#data-analysis#electric-vehicles#government-transparency
world7 months ago

Pentagon Reporters Exit En Masse Over New Media Restrictions

Reporters from major news outlets left the Pentagon after refusing to sign new media restrictions imposed by the Trump administration, which aimed to limit unapproved information seeking. Only one outlet, One America News Network, agreed to the policy, leading to the confiscation of press badges from other journalists and raising concerns about press freedom and transparency.

via Deadline|
#government-transparency#media-restrictions#pentagon
US News Outlets Reject New Pentagon Reporting Rules
world7 months ago

US News Outlets Reject New Pentagon Reporting Rules

Several major US news outlets have refused to sign a new Pentagon policy that would restrict their reporting and access, citing concerns over press freedom and constitutional rights. The policy, introduced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, has faced widespread criticism from media organizations, which argue it undermines the First Amendment and hampers their ability to report independently on military and government activities.

via The Guardian|
#government-transparency#journalism#media-restrictions
Pentagon's New Press Restrictions Spark Criticism and Concerns
defense7 months ago

Pentagon's New Press Restrictions Spark Criticism and Concerns

The Pentagon has implemented new media restrictions requiring reporters to sign agreements that could limit their access and ability to report freely, sparking criticism from the Pentagon press corps and concerns over free press rights. Negotiations over these rules have reached an impasse, with the press association warning that the policies could intimidate journalists and restrict their reporting, while the Pentagon claims it is acting within its rights to regulate access.

via CBS News|
#defense#freedom-of-press#government-transparency
Pentagon Tightens Media Restrictions Amid Leak Concerns
politics8 months ago

Pentagon Tightens Media Restrictions Amid Leak Concerns

Unnamed Pentagon officials criticize new policies that restrict press access and control information, viewing them as an assault on journalistic independence and transparency, with some comparing them to repressive regimes. The policies include strict reporting restrictions and credential revocations, raising concerns about censorship and the suppression of government accountability.

via The Intercept|
#government-transparency#hegseth#leaks