Defense Secretary #Hegseth Requires New 'pledge' For Reporters At The #Pentagon
"DoW remains committed to transparency to promote accountability and public trust," the document said.
"However, DoW information must be approved for public release by an appropriate authorizing official before it is released, even if it is unclassified."
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/20/g-s1-89713/pentagon-new-strict-guidelines-for-media
