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

Anderson Cooper on Press Operations Inside the Pentagon

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

Most media organizations 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 appeared on "The Late Show" and explained why CNN, along with other outlets including Fox News, didn't sign the requirements.

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

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