The media will also be barred from offices of the Pentagon’s senior military leadership, including Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine, without Hegseth’s approval and an escort from his aides. The staff of the Joint Chiefs has traditionally maintained a good relationship with the press.

Leak-prone Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced new rules on journalists at the Pentagon. The rules limit access to several sections of the Pentagon, including office spaces belonging to Hegseth and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

The former Fox News presenter has been subject to numerous claims, true and false, both before and after being sworn in as defense secretary.