Summary
The New York Times alleges that the Pentagon is not following a court order that stops it from limiting reporters' access to its headquarters. A judge has not yet decided on the issue after hearing arguments from both the newspaper and the government. The Pentagon claims compliance with revised rules, but the Times argues these new rules further restrict journalists.
Key Facts
- The New York Times claims the Pentagon is ignoring a court order about press access.
- The court order came from U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman on March 20.
- The judge ruled that the Pentagon's new credential policy violated journalists' rights.
- The Times argues the Pentagon's revised policy still restricts journalist access.
- The Pentagon says it has complied with the court order and created new "safe harbors" for reporters.
- Judge Friedman has not yet made a new ruling after hearing more arguments.
- The Pentagon plans to appeal Judge Friedman's decision from March 20.
- The Pentagon Press Association says new rules limit reporter movements within the Pentagon.
