Judge weighs New York Times bid to block policy limiting journalists' access to Pentagon

The New York Times is urging a federal judge to block a Pentagon policy that has limited access to the building for journalists from many mainstream news outlets

6 Mar, 19:17 — 6 Mar, 20:13

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Why this matters

This case is significant for press freedom and government transparency, as it challenges the Pentagon's ability to restrict journalist access to information. The outcome could set a precedent for how government agencies interact with the media, impacting the public's right to know about military affairs.

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A federal judge is weighing a New York Times bid to block a Pentagon policy limiting journalist access.
The policy has affected journalists from many mainstream news outlets.
The New York Times and the Pentagon Press Association are seeking reinstatement of credentials for approximately 300 journalists.

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The New York Times and the Pentagon Press Association are asking a federal judge to issue an order reinstating the credentials of some 300 journalists.

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The judge expressed skepticism about the Pentagon rules for reporters, stating 'asking a question is not criminal'.

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The Pentagon policy has limited access to the building for journalists from many mainstream news outlets.

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Fox NewsMixed78d ago

Federal judge skeptical of Pentagon rules for reporters, saying 'asking a question is not criminal'

The New York Times and the Pentagon Press Association are asking a federal judge to issue an order reinstating the credentials of some 300 journalists.

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The IndependentMostly Factual78d ago