Pentagon Press Association
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.