Court Lets Pentagon Keep Reporter Escorts | Denver News

A federal appeals court has sided with the Pentagon, allowing its controversial journalist escort policy to stand — a move that could chill press freedom. While the majority argues the rule isn’t retaliatory because it applies to all reporters equally, one dissenting judge warns that broad policies can still chill speech, especially when they target reporters who care deeply about their colleagues. The New York Times, though disappointed by the temporary ruling, is ready to push forward with its full legal challenge, having already won a partial victory when a lower court initially blocked the policy. This latest decision comes after a years-long standoff between the Defense Department and major news outlets over access and safety rules — and now, the fate of press freedom on military bases hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/294e351f848cd790