New York Times Sues Pentagon Over New Press Restrictions It Says Are ‘Unconstitutional’ And Punitive

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New York Times Sues Pentagon Over New Press Restrictions It Says Are ‘Unconstitutional’ And Punitive

1 sourceUpdated Dec 4, 2025

The New York Times filed a lawsuit against the Department of Defense on Thursday over its new press access policy, which has significantly changed how reporters cover the Pentagon and which outlets are allowed inside…

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