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On the recordAugust 11, 2026
The First Amendment and a free press aren’t sidelined during a time of war, they become more important than ever. Under Secretary Hegseth, the Pentagon has hidden from the American people and their representatives in the press, denying the public critical information about the war in Iran and our own security here at home.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Discussing the importance of press access during war

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