Sen. Kelly sues DOD Sec. Hegseth, says he was punished for ‘disfavored political speech’

Sen. Kelly sues DOD Sec. Hegseth, says he was punished for ‘disfavored political speech’

Sen. Mark Kelly on Monday sued the Pentagon and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, alleging the Trump administration’s efforts to punish the Arizona Democrat for his participation in a video to U.S. troops violate the Constitution. The federal civil lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Washington was filed one week after Hegseth said his department … Read more

New York Times sues Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth over restrictive Pentagon media rules

New York Times sues Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth over restrictive Pentagon media rules

The New York Times building is seen on September 16, 2025 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images The New York Times on Thursday filed a lawsuit challenging new restrictions on reporters who cover the Pentagon, which the newspaper says violate the U.S Constitution’s free press protections. The suit against the Defense … Read more