Major News Outlets Reject Pentagon's New Press Regulations Amid Controversy | AI News Digest
The Pentagon has unveiled new press regulations mandating that journalists sign an agreement that limits their access to unclassified information, with the potential loss of press credentials for those who do not comply. Major media outlets, including ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, and NBC, have collectively denounced these regulations, arguing they threaten journalistic integrity and the public's right to access information regarding national security. This stance has been echoed by other prominent organizations, such as The New York Times and Reuters, while One America News Network is the only outlet expressing a readiness to adhere to the new rules. This development underscores the ongoing friction between the media and government, particularly influenced by former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, who is now affiliated with the Defense Department. The ramifications of these restrictive policies could profoundly impact the state of press freedom in the United States.
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