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Judge rejects Hegseth’s bid, orders Pentagon to restore press access

newsApr 9, 20263270

A federal judge blocked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's new rules limiting credentialed journalists at the Pentagon. The court rejected his second attempt to restrict press access and ordered previously authorized reporters reinstated. The ruling restores access for credentialed reporters who had been excluded under the new policy. The decision preserves Pentagon transparency and press oversight, and it limits the department's power to unilaterally curtail access.

Key Highlights

Federal judge blocked Hegseth's new press credential limits at the Pentagon
Court ordered Pentagon to reinstate access for credentialed journalists immediately
Ruling underscores legal limits on Defense Department restricting press access
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nytimes.comJudge Rejects Hegseth’s Second Attempt to Restrict Reporters at Pentagon

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