Anderson Cooper Explains How Press Actually Operates Inside the Pentagon: What Hegseth Said 'Is Just a Lie' | Video

Anderson Cooper Explains Pentagon Press Operations

Anderson Cooper discussed how reporters operate inside the Pentagon, calling Pete Hegseth's description "just a lie".

Nearly every media organization declined to sign Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's new requirements for press inside the Pentagon, citing First Amendment concerns.

What Secretary Hegseth said is just a lie

CNN anchor Anderson Cooper explained the situation on "The Late Show", noting that CNN and Fox News were among the outlets that didn't sign the requirements.

Author's summary: Anderson Cooper debunks Hegseth's portrayal of media.

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