US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has introduced new rules limiting reporters' access to the Pentagon. DW has more.US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued new orders requiring journalists to have official escorts if they wish to access much of the Department of Defense's headquarters.

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.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued orders on Friday requiring journalists to have official escorts to access much of the Pentagon building.