Journalists sought access to the Pentagon, but a judge ruled that Hegseth's policy limiting media access violated the First Amendment.
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What happened
Journalists sought access to the Pentagon, but a judge ruled that Hegseth's policy limiting media access violated the First Amendment.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A judge appointed to rule on press freedom limits has been involved in dismissing journalists regarding military matters.Sub-event
- Pentagon leadership is now actively exerting editorial control and has fired the ombudsman due to ongoing issues with media access policies.Sub-event
DoD actions against NYT, including firing the ombudsman, demonstrate executive control over media.1 source
- Following the President's appointment of Judge Garcia, the court has ruled on the protocol regarding the escort of journalists at the Pentagon.Sub-event
Judge rules policy limiting media access by Hegseth violates First Amendment rights.1 source
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The entities involved
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Pete Hegseth
United States Secretary of Defense
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PENTAGON
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New York Times
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