"The increased hostility in the Pentagon's treatment of the press is the latest escalation in a pattern of behavior from the Trump administration that is creating a 'significant chilling effect on journalism.'"
"US District Judge Paul Friedman stated that the 'undisputed evidence' was that the policy aimed to replace 'disfavored journalists' with those 'on board and willing to serve' the government."
"The New York Times accused the Pentagon of ignoring 'both in letter and spirit' a court ruling that unpicked most of the restrictions journalists were asked to agree to in a new set of policies."
The Trump administration's attempts to restrict press freedom continue, as evidenced by the Pentagon's treatment of journalists. A recent court ruling criticized the Pentagon's policies, which aimed to favor compliant journalists over others. The New York Times reported that the Pentagon ignored this ruling, leading to a significant reduction in press access. The situation reflects a broader trend of hostility towards journalism, creating a chilling effect on the media landscape in the U.S. The interim policy released by the White House has also been criticized for not adhering to the court's decision.
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