New York Times Sues Pentagon Again Over 'Utterly Unreasonable' Press Restrictions The New York Times' latest lawsuit against the Pentagon has brought to light a disturbing trend: the erosion of press access in the Department of Defense.
This is not a new development but rather the culmination of a series of moves by the current administration that have systematically chipped away at journalists' ability to do their job.
At its core, this battle over press access is about the very foundation of democracy. A free and unfettered press is essential for holding those in power accountable.