Pentagon spokesperson: Ruling on reporter access restores ‘risky environment’
Summary
The Pentagon plans to appeal a court ruling that temporarily ends the rule requiring journalists visiting military areas to be escorted by officials. The Defense Department disagrees with the judge's decision and says it creates a risky situation.Key Facts
- A federal judge ordered the temporary removal of the escort requirement for journalists at military sites.
- The Pentagon will file an appeal against this court decision.
- The current rule requires journalists visiting the military complex to be accompanied by a Defense Department official.
- Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the Department of Defense strongly disagrees with the ruling.
- The Defense Department believes removing the escort puts security at risk.
- The statement about the appeal was announced by the Pentagon on social media on a Tuesday.
- The issue involves how journalists access and report from military facilities.
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