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Outlets that reach millions denied access to rare Pentagon news briefings this week
- Outlets with wide reach were denied access to Pentagon briefings this week as new credential rules take effect.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's team says the briefings are part of orientation for a credentialed press corps.
- Mainstream outlets, including The Washington Post and The Associated Press, were denied access to the briefings.
- Pentagon officials say the rules are intended as common-sense measures to prevent the spread of classified information.
- Critics argue the access limits reduce transparency for the American public.
- The briefings occur amid investigations by Senate and House Armed Services into U.S. strikes against suspected drug smugglers.
- New credentialed reporters shared images of their Pentagon credentials online.
- Some outlets plan livestream coverage, though organizers say livestream access may not be possible.
- AP national media writer David Bauder reported on the development and reactions from outlets.
- Defence Department briefings were previously routine, with only a handful held since Trump’s first term.
- The briefings may be held for credentialed press only, with the department declining to say if rules will continue.
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