💨 Abstract

On May 24, 2025, defense secretary Pete Hegseth introduced new restrictions for press access in the Pentagon, which journalists and press associations criticized. These restrictions make significant parts of the Pentagon off-limits to reporters unless they have an official escort. Hegseth’s actions are seen as part of a broader campaign to limit independent media, with critiques likening these moves to an attack on press freedom.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff