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April 9, 2026

Federal judge rules Pentagon violated press access order

  • U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman criticized the Pentagon for trying to circumvent his previous ruling by implementing a new restrictive press policy.
  • The judge reaffirmed that the Pentagon must restore access for New York Times reporters, highlighting the dangers of limiting First Amendment rights, especially during wartime.
  • Friedman condemned the Pentagon's actions as an attempt to control the narrative, emphasizing the necessity of transparency in government.

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