NYT files new lawsuit over Pentagon press restrictions

The New York Times has filed a second lawsuit against the Defense Department, challenging a Pentagon policy that requires journalists to be escorted on Pentagon grounds. AP and Washington Times both report the suit arguing the escort rule violates the First Amendment, describing it as a new restriction after earlier credentialing limits. The Guardian US notes the suit follows prior pushes by the Times against Pentagon access restrictions, framing the escort policy as unconstitutional. The Hill also covers the suit to block the escort requirement and references prior successful challenges to credentialing rules. Disagreements center on framing titles and historical emphasis, but all sources confirm the escort requirement is at issue.