"Today, the Defense Department confiscated the badges of the Pentagon reporters from virtually every major media organization in America,"
"The Pentagon Press Association's members are still committed to reporting on the U.S. military,"
"But make no mistake, today, Oct. 15, 2025 is a dark day for press freedom that raises concerns about a weakening U.S. commitment to transparency in governance, to public accountability at the Pentagon and to free speech for all."
"We stand by our policy because it's what's best for our troops and the national security of this country,"
The Defense Department confiscated badges from Pentagon reporters representing virtually every major U.S. media organization. The Pentagon Press Association stated its members remain committed to covering the U.S. military and called Oct. 15, 2025 a dark day for press freedom, citing threats to transparency, Pentagon accountability and free speech. The Defense Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The Pentagon announced new restrictions last month and set a deadline for newsrooms to commit. Major outlets refused to sign the pledge, arguing it could criminalize national security reporting; One America News indicated it would sign. Several defense trade publications condemned the rules. A Pentagon spokesperson said the policy protects troops and national security.
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