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A federal judge in Washington ruled the Pentagon's revised press access policy unconstitutional, violating the First and Fifth Amendments, after The New York Times and other prominent media outlets had their credentials stripped for refusing to sign the more restrictive terms.
This ruling comes amid the US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran and US intervention in Venezuela, highlighting the public's need for diverse information. The Pentagon's policy, enforced in October last year, was part of a broader series of measures by President Donald Trump's administration to restrict journalists' access, including requiring media to vacate dedicated office spaces and use official escorts.
The New York Times, Fox News, AFP, and AP were among the outlets that declined the new policy. The Pentagon Press Association (PPA) lauded the decision, demanding immediate reinstatement of credentials and calling it a "learning opportunity" for Pentagon leadership.
President Trump has also filed multiple defamation lawsuits against media companies, including a $15 billion suit against The New York Times.
Federal Judge Rules Pentagon Press Policy Unconstitutional(current)
