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The Pentagon has implemented new restrictions limiting journalist access within its headquarters, marking a significant shift in media policy under President Donald Trump’s renewed administration. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Friday that credentialed reporters will now need official escorts to enter most areas of the Department of Defense building in Arlington, Virginia.
The directive, effective immediately, cites the need to safeguard classified national intelligence (CSNI) and operational security. “Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information could endanger U.S. service members,” Hegseth stated in a memo. Reporters will now require both official approval and an escort to access previously unrestricted areas.
The Pentagon Press Association criticized the move, calling it a “direct attack on press freedom,” and noted that previous administrations—both Republican and Democrat—allowed broader media access even in times of crisis, including after the 9/11 attacks.
Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell defended the decision, emphasizing the protection of sensitive data and personnel. In addition to access restrictions, Hegseth’s memo announced that journalists will be issued new credentials identifying them more visibly as press members. Reporters must also formally acknowledge their responsibility to safeguard sensitive information.
Since Trump's return to office in January, the administration has intensified efforts to prevent leaks, including launching internal investigations and placing several officials on administrative leave. A controversial office rotation has also forced major outlets like CNN, NBC News, and The New York Times out of Pentagon offices, making space for conservative-leaning media such as Breitbart and One America News.
The White House has also authorized polygraph testing for Homeland Security officials, warning of possible termination for those refusing tests. The Trump administration continues to underscore its zero-tolerance stance on unauthorized disclosures to the media.
