
The Old Liberal Club Is Over
For decades, America’s mainstream media has prided itself on being the self-appointed gatekeeper of information, smugly dictating what the people should think, believe, and fear.
These so-called “legacy” outlets—think The New York Times, NBC News, and Politico—have wielded their influence like a sledgehammer, ensuring their version of the “truth” reigns supreme.
But times, they are a-changin’, and the cozy little media monopoly inside the Pentagon just got a wake-up call.
For years, conservative voices have been shut out, ridiculed, and dismissed as “fringe” while the left-wing press had free rein over the Pentagon’s hallowed halls. They controlled the narrative, painting every Republican defense policy as reckless warmongering while giving Democratic blunders a free pass.
They enjoyed their cushy offices, sipped their lattes, and printed whatever fits their agenda. But guess what? Trump’s back, and so is accountability.
A New Sheriff in Town
Enter newly confirmed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, a man who makes no apologies for loving his country, supporting his troops, and—gasp!—giving conservative media a fair shake.
Hegseth, a decorated Army veteran and Fox News favorite, isn’t playing by the old rules. No more media gatekeeping. No more elitist control over the Pentagon press. If the mainstream media thought they had a permanent lease on their comfy Pentagon spaces, they were sorely mistaken.
Legacy Media Gets the Boot
According to a Daily Mail report, Hegseth has officially ordered several left-wing outlets to pack up their offices and clear out by Valentine’s Day—what a sweet gift to honest journalism!
The New York Times, NBC News, NPR, and Politico are out. Their replacements? The New York Post, One America News Network (OAN), and Breitbart News.
Oh, and in what can only be described as the biggest act of media charity ever, the Huffington Post—a known liberal rag—has been given a one-year stay, despite not even requesting office space.
Predictably, the left-wing media is throwing a tantrum. The New York Times called it a “concerning development,” which is rich coming from a newspaper that has spent years suppressing stories that don’t fit their progressive narrative.
They’re suddenly very worried about “access” now that they’re the ones on the outside looking in.
Fair Play for All
Pentagon spokesman John Ullyot made it clear: this move is about broadening access to news organizations that haven’t had the privilege of a permanent Pentagon presence.
Hegseth’s plan is simple: every year, different news organizations—spanning print, online, television, and radio—will be given a shot at Pentagon office space. It’s a meritocracy, something conservatives have championed for years.
If left-wing outlets want back in, all they have to do is prove they’re worth it. Considering how much The New York Times and NBC have embarrassed themselves over the years with botched stories and partisan hit pieces, that might be a tough sell.
The Meltdown Begins
As expected, the media class is fuming. What they’re really upset about is losing control. For too long, they’ve dictated the news, framed the stories, and silenced dissent.
But Trump’s America is about giving everyone a seat at the table—even the voices they don’t like. The media is supposed to be a check on power, not an extension of it. Hegseth’s move is a long-overdue correction, one that ensures diverse viewpoints are represented in Pentagon reporting.
The left can whine all they want, but this is happening. The days of a one-sided, liberal-controlled press corps are over. And if The New York Times wants back in, maybe they should try something radical—like reporting the truth for a change.
Key Takeaways:
- The Pentagon is rotating press access, and The New York Times, NBC News, NPR, and Politico are out.
- OAN, Breitbart, and The New York Post are moving in, finally bringing balance to Pentagon reporting.
- Podcasters and social media influencers now have a shot at press credentials.
- The usual suspects are outraged about “access” now that they’re on the outside looking in.
- This is about fairness, and if left-wing outlets want back in, they’ll have to earn it.
Source: The Post Millennial