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A federal judge will hear The New York Times’ challenge to the Defense Department’s new press policy, which requires PFAC reporters to sign strict restrictions and allows credential revocation, a move critics say violates the First Amendment by curbing access and spontaneous reporting, while the Pentagon contends the rule prevents leaks and protects national security.
CBS News is ending its over 60-year presence at the Pentagon after refusing to sign new press requirements that could infringe on First Amendment rights, leading to the loss of access for its journalists and staff.
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.
The Pentagon is implementing new rules requiring journalists to sign a pledge not to disclose unauthorized information, with non-compliance resulting in loss of press credentials, as announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.