Summary
A federal judge decided that the Defense Department is not following a previous court order to let reporters back into the Pentagon. The judge supported The New York Times, stating the new rules stopped journalists from doing their job freely.
Key Facts
- A federal judge ruled against the Pentagon for not restoring reporters' access.
- The judge said the Pentagon's new rules violate journalists' rights.
- This is the second time in a month the judge supported The New York Times.
- The Defense Department's new rules require reporters to have escorts.
- The judge previously said these rules limit free speech and due process rights.
- The decision highlights tensions between the media and the administration.
