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Pentagon Restricts Journalist Access to Press Office, Now Classified Space

Pentagon Restricts Journalist Access to Press Office, Now Classified Space

2 Haziran 2026The Guardian
  • The Pentagon has revoked journalists' access to its press office, citing its redesignation as a classified space. This move is part of a broader trend by the Trump administration to limit press access to military affairs.
  • Acting defense department press secretary Jose Valdez defended the decision, claiming the Pentagon remains the most transparent war department in history.
  • The Pentagon's decision comes amid heightened tensions between the Trump administration and the media, particularly regarding military reporting. The classification of press spaces is not unprecedented, but it signals a worrying trend towards less openness in government communications.
  • This decision raises significant concerns about transparency and accountability within the military. By classifying the press office, the Pentagon may be attempting to control the narrative surrounding military operations and limit scrutiny from the media.
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