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Pentagon Imposes New Restrictions on Journalists, Demanding Pre-Approval for Military Reporting

Pentagon Imposes New Restrictions on Journalists, Demanding Pre-Approval for Military Reporting

Pentagon Imposes New Restrictions on Journalists, Demanding Pre-Approval for Military Reporting The U.S. Defense Department has initiated a controversial new policy requiring journalists to agree to utilize only pre-approved information regarding military affairs. Failure to comply will result in the revocation of their credentials to cover the Pentagon. This move, part of an updated press credentialing process, was outlined in a memo issued by Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell this week. The memo mandates that journalists sign a 10-page form as…

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Pentagon Imposes Drastic New Media Restrictions, Drawing Widespread Condemnation

Pentagon Imposes Drastic New Media Restrictions, Drawing Widespread Condemnation

Pentagon Imposes Drastic New Media Restrictions, Drawing Widespread Condemnation In a move sparking immediate and fierce criticism from news organizations, the Pentagon has implemented sweeping new rules for journalists covering the Department of Defense. Effective immediately, reporters must sign a pledge prohibiting them from gathering or reporting any information, even unclassified data, that has not been explicitly authorized for release by the DoD. The 17-page document, obtained by NPR, outlines the severe consequences for non-compliance: journalists who violate the new…

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Renowned CBS News Correspondent Mark Knoller Dies at 73

Renowned CBS News Correspondent Mark Knoller Dies at 73

Renowned CBS News Correspondent Mark Knoller Dies at 73 Mark Knoller, the legendary CBS News correspondent renowned for his meticulous White House reporting and unofficial role as presidential historian, has passed away at the age of 73. He died in Washington, D.C., according to a close friend, though the cause of death was not immediately disclosed. Knoller had been battling diabetes and experiencing ill health. For decades, Knoller was an indispensable figure in the White House press corps, known for…

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The Independent’s Commitment to Unbiased, Accessible Journalism Amidst Critical US Issues

The Independent’s Commitment to Unbiased, Accessible Journalism Amidst Critical US Issues

The Independent’s Commitment to Unbiased, Accessible Journalism Amidst Critical US Issues At a pivotal moment in American history, The Independent remains steadfast in its dedication to delivering on-the-ground, factual reporting. From the ongoing discourse on reproductive rights and the urgent realities of climate change to the evolving landscape of Big Tech, our journalists are actively covering stories as they unfold. We are committed to meticulously dissecting facts from prevailing narratives, exemplified by our investigations into figures like Elon Musk‘s political…

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Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers

Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers

Paramount’s Trump Settlement Sparks Fear and Criticism Among CBS News Staffers Paramount Global is facing intense scrutiny following its decision to settle a lawsuit with former President Trump, a move widely perceived as capitulation under political pressure. Despite strong legal grounds to contest the suit, the settlement has left many within CBS News, producer of ’60 Minutes,’ deeply uneasy about future editorial independence. Journalism experts and press freedom advocates are raising alarms, suggesting that rewarding such tactics will only embolden…

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