In a recent interview on Fox's MediaBuzz, CNN's veteran Pentagon correspondent Barbara Starr criticized Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for implementing restrictions on press access within the Pentagon. Starr argued that limiting access undermines journalists' ability to report effectively, emphasizing the historical openness of the Pentagon to the press. She pointed out that reporters do not have access to classified areas and should be trusted to manage their access responsibly. Starr believes Hegseth's actions stem from embarrassment over previous information leaks, affecting transparent communication between the Pentagon and the media.
It's completely unnecessary. Reporters for decades have operated inside the Pentagon, moving through the hallways, and of course they talk to sources.
Those are locked. I'm not aware of any instance in which a reporter has accessed classified information in the Pentagon by moving through the hallways.
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