Joel Valdez & The Washington Post

Joel Valdez: Joel Valdez, acting Pentagon press secretary, confirmed the redesignation of the press office as a classified space, stating it was due to speechwriters handling classified material, and defended the move as 'nothing controversial'.

The Washington Post: The Washington Post was the first to report on the United States — United States Department of Defense's decision to bar journalists from its press office, playing a role in disseminating information about the event.

Joel Valdez: Acting Pentagon press secretary Joel Valdez>>> confirmed the redesignation of the Pentagon press office as a classified space, impacting media access.

The Washington Post: The Washington Post>>> reported on the Pentagon's restriction of media access, highlighting its role in journalism and oversight.

Joel Valdez: Joel Valdez, acting Pentagon press secretary, defended the hiring of Elias Irizarry, stating he is a 'qualified, patriotic young professional'.

The Washington Post: The Washington Post was the first to report on Elias Irizarry's appointment to the Pentagon's policy office.