A surge of right-wing media outlets has gained access to the Pentagon under new restrictions that challenge traditional press freedoms, favoring outlets supportive of the current administration and reshaping the Pentagon press corps, while mainstream outlets protest the changes.
The Pentagon has established a new press corps composed mainly of conservative news outlets, rejecting traditional media organizations, which has sparked controversy over access and media independence. The move aligns with the Trump administration's approach, emphasizing a shift towards conservative-leaning coverage of military affairs.
A Senate staffer, Aidan Maese-Czeropski, who was alleged by conservative news outlets to have engaged in sexual activity in a Senate hearing room, is no longer employed by Sen. Ben Cardin's office. The authenticity of the leaked video and the identities of the participants have not been confirmed. Maese-Czeropski denied the allegations and expressed his intention to explore legal options. Additionally, he refuted accusations of shouting at Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, in the halls of Congress. The staffer's employment termination comes after conservative outlets publicized the video.