1. The US Defense Department has implemented new rules, requiring media organizations to only release information approved by authorized officials.
2. The Pentagon's move has been criticized by media groups as potentially harmful to independent reporting.
3. The National Press Club, representing major media outlets, has called the new rules a direct assault on independent journalism and urged the department to rescind them, raising concerns about government pressure on the media and freedom of speech.
2. The Pentagon's move has been criticized by media groups as potentially harmful to independent reporting.
3. The National Press Club, representing major media outlets, has called the new rules a direct assault on independent journalism and urged the department to rescind them, raising concerns about government pressure on the media and freedom of speech.
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Summary
US Defense Department imposes new rules restricting media information release, only approved by authorized officials. Criticism from media groups as potential threat to independent reporting. The National Press Club voices concerns over government pressure on media and freedom of speech, urging