Summary
The Pentagon now requires journalists to agree not to share unauthorized information or risk losing access. New rules also limit their movement within the facility. Journalists must sign a document agreeing to these conditions to keep their credentials.
Key Facts
- Journalists must agree not to disclose unauthorized information to access the Pentagon.
- New restrictions limit journalists' movement inside the Pentagon.
- The rules come after several information leaks in recent months.
- Journalists must sign a briefing note agreeing to these changes to maintain their credentials.
- The Pentagon claims these measures align with other military bases and are meant to protect national security.
- Pete Hegseth announced the rules and emphasized that the press must follow them.
- The Department of War states it is committed to transparency while ensuring sensitive information is controlled.
