Judge Criticizes Pentagon's Revised Press Policy as Unconstitutional
A federal judge has ruled that the Pentagon's revised press policy violates a court order and constitutional rights. The policy, which moved media offices to a separate building and required reporters to be escorted, was deemed an 'attempted end-run' around a previous ruling. The judge criticized the policy for curtailing First Amendment rights, especially during wartime. The New York Times, which challenged the policy, argued that it was designed to suppress unfavorable journalists. The ruling is a victory for the Times, reinforcing the importance of press freedom and the court's authority. 
