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Blow to freedom of the press? Pentagon places new limits on journalists
MSNBCยท2025-09-22 20:38

The Pentagon is rolling out a new set of restrictions for the press. According to a 17-page memo from the Defense Department, journalists can no longer gather or report information, even if it's unclassified, without government approval. They've also been banned from accessing entire areas of the building without an escort.Reporters who refused to do this, refused to sign this new pledge, agreeing to these extensive rules, will have their credentials revoked. Critics are calling it a major blow to the First ...