Summary
The U.S. Defense Secretary announced a new rule for journalists at the Pentagon. Reporters must now sign a pledge to only gather information that is allowed for release. If they do not follow this rule, they could lose their access to the Pentagon.
Key Facts
- The rule change was announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- Journalists are required to sign a pledge before covering the Pentagon.
- The pledge states they can only collect information that is approved for release.
- Breaking this rule could cost journalists their press credentials, which are needed to access the Pentagon.
- Defense Secretary Hegseth emphasized that the Pentagon is a secure facility and journalists must adhere to the new guidelines.
- The changes reflect a significant shift in how information is managed at the Pentagon.
