How The Pentagon Is Blocking Out News Organizations

The Pentagon has introduced new rules for journalists seeking press passes, leading to major news organizations like The New York Times, NBC News, and Fox News refusing to comply. The new rules impose strict limitations on access and threaten punishment, including revocation of credentials, for merely requesting information. The rules, spanning 21 pages, have sparked concerns about First Amendment rights and have been the subject of negotiations between media lawyers and Pentagon officials. The changes include restrictions on unescorted access for reporters and guidelines on press badges and escort procedures.