military transparency
New York Times Challenges Pentagon's Unconstitutional Media Restrictions in Federal Lawsuit
Dec 05, 2025 02:59 am CST
The New York Times has filed a federal lawsuit against the Pentagon, challenging its new restrictive media policy as unconstitutional. Major news outlets including AFP, AP and Fox News lost their Pentagon credentials after refusing to sign the controversial policy, which allows officials to revoke press access for publishing unapproved content. Critics view this as part of a broader pattern of limiting journalistic access to America's largest federal department.
Pentagon Journalists Walk Out En Masse Rejecting New Media Restrictions on Military Reporting
Oct 16, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Dozens of Pentagon journalists surrendered their credentials and walked out collectively rather than accept new restrictive reporting rules imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The unprecedented media exodus occurred when reporters refused to sign regulations that would allow their expulsion for reporting unauthorized information. While the Pentagon claims these are "common sense" measures, news organizations across the political spectrum view them as fundamental threats to press freedom and military transparency. Only One America News Network agreed to the new terms, as journalists vow to continue military coverage despite lost access.
Major News Organizations Reject Pentagon's Restrictive Media Regulations, Risking Press Access
Oct 15, 2025 11:14 am CST
Leading news outlets including The New York Times, AP, AFP and Fox News have collectively refused to sign new Pentagon media regulations that would restrict journalistic freedom. This coordinated rejection comes amid increasing limitations on press access to Defense Department information, including office evictions and reduced briefings, raising concerns about military transparency and constitutional press freedoms.