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NBC, The New York Times, NPR, and Politico lose Pentagon workspaces as the Trump administration prioritizes access for smaller, conservative-leaning outlets.

Aerial view of the Pentagon on June 30, 2020.
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The Department of Defense logo is seen on the wall in the Press Briefing room at the Pentagon on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024 in Washington.
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Overview

  • The Department of Defense announced a new 'annual media rotation program' reassigning Pentagon office spaces to outlets like One America News Network, Breitbart, and the New York Post.
  • Legacy media organizations, including NBC News, The New York Times, NPR, and Politico, were informed they must vacate their Pentagon offices by February 14, 2025.
  • The Pentagon stated the policy aims to broaden access to underrepresented media, but critics argue it favors outlets with a history of favorable coverage of President Trump.
  • The decision follows the confirmation of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, a controversial figure whose nomination faced allegations of misconduct and a narrow Senate vote.
  • Journalists and press organizations have raised concerns over press freedom and transparency, warning this move undermines critical coverage of the administration.