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NY Times Urges Court to Enforce Pentagon Media Access Ruling

3/30/2026

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The New York Times informed U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman that the Pentagon has ignored a court ruling blocking its media access policy.
The Times urged the court to enforce compliance, stating the revised policy imposes restrictions on journalists.
The Times attorney Theodore Boutrous criticized the changes.
Pentagon officials say policy protects reporters and complies with the order.
The Times claims the policy bars reporters from entering without an escort.

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The New York Times informed U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman that the Pentagon has ignored a court ruling blocking its media access policy.
The Times urged the court to enforce compliance, stating the revised policy imposes restrictions on journalists.
The Times attorney Theodore Boutrous criticized the changes.
Pentagon officials say policy protects reporters and complies with the order.
The Times claims the policy bars reporters from entering without an escort.