US: Pentagon must restore journalists' access, judge says

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A US judge ruled that the Pentagon must restore full access for credentialed journalists, stating the department's revised policy still circumvents a previous court order. The Pentagon had previously restricted access, citing security concerns and the potential for journalists to solicit classified information, leading to a lawsuit by news organizations.

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A federal judge has said the US Defense Department has not complied with orders to allow journalists access to the Pentagon. New rules have prevented reporters from entering the building without an escort.

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