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Judge Weighs New York Times Bid to Block Policy Limiting Journalists’ Access to Pentagon
The New York Times argues the Pentagon's policy restricts press freedom and public access to military information, while the government cites national security as justification.
- On Friday, The New York Times urged Judge Paul Friedman to block Pentagon credentialing rules that it says limit crucial reporting, during the first hearing for its lawsuit against the Defense Department.
- Times attorneys contend the policy violates First Amendment and due‑process protections, while Justice Department attorney Michael Bruns said it reflects a `compelling interest` to protect national security.
- The Times pointed to inconsistent enforcement, noting Laura Loomer's general tip line was accepted while the Washington Post tip line was deemed policy-violating, as reporters refusing the rules reported from outside and the Pentagon press corps skewed conservative.
- The judge emphasized the importance of `a variety of views` and stressed openness allows the public to understand government actions while balancing security.
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Judge weighs bid to block policy limiting journalists’ access to Pentagon
By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pentagon policy limiting journalists’ access to the building is depriving Americans of vital information about U.S. military operations while the country is at war, a New York Times attorney argued Friday in urging a judge to block the new rules. “It’s more important than ever for the public to know as much as they can,” Times attorney Theodore Boutrous told U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman during the fi…
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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. U.S.
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