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Major US News Outlets Defy Pentagon Press Policy Over Press Freedom Concerns

Leading US news organizations including Reuters, AP, and major networks have refused to sign the Pentagon’s new press access policy. The policy threatens journalists with credential revocation for seeking sensitive information, raising constitutional concerns.

WASHINGTON – In a dramatic standoff over press freedoms, at least 30 major American news organizations have declined to sign the Pentagon’s controversial new press access policy ahead of Tuesday’s deadline, warning the restrictions could severely limit comprehensive coverage of the world’s most powerful military.

Unprecedented Press Restrictions

by Gabriel Novak
Economy and TradingEnergy Policy

Federal Reserve October Rate Cut Expected as FOMC Weighs Economic Risks

The Federal Open Market Committee is widely expected to cut interest rates on October 29, with market indicators showing a 97% probability. The Fed faces balancing inflation concerns against emerging employment risks amid economic uncertainty.

Federal Reserve interest rate cuts are overwhelmingly anticipated when the Federal Open Market Committee meets on October 29, with market indicators pointing toward the first reduction in over a year. According to the CME FedWatch Tool which projects the chance of a cut at 97% based on fixed income markets, policymakers are likely to lower the federal funds rate below 4% amid growing concerns about economic softening. This anticipated move represents a significant shift in the Fed’s approach as it navigates competing economic pressures.

Market Expectations for October Rate Decision

by Aaron Blake
Digital MediaEnergy Policy

Pentagon Press Rules Face Boycott from New York Times, AP, Newsmax

The New York Times, Associated Press, and Newsmax are among media outlets refusing to sign the Pentagon’s new press policy. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s rules could lead to journalist expulsions, sparking First Amendment debates about military press access.

Major news organizations including The New York Times, Associated Press, and conservative outlet Newsmax have announced they will not sign the Pentagon’s new press rules, setting up a potential mass expulsion of journalists from Defense Department facilities. The unprecedented standoff centers on First Amendment protections and what reporters describe as restrictive media policies that could punish routine news gathering.

Media Outlets United Against Pentagon Press Policy

by Aaron Blake
Business AcquisitionEconomy and Trading

Government Shutdown Economic Impact: Earnings Calls Fill Data Gap

With key government economic data unavailable during the shutdown, investors and analysts turn to earnings calls for economic clues. While helpful for company-specific insights, economists warn earnings calls cannot replace comprehensive government statistics for assessing broader economic conditions.

As the government shutdown continues to delay critical economic data releases, investors and analysts are turning to company earnings calls for clues about the economy’s health. While these corporate updates provide valuable real-time insights, economic experts emphasize they cannot replace the comprehensive data typically provided by agencies like the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which has suspended most operations during the shutdown.

Earnings Calls as Economic Indicators

by Gabriel Novak
Business AcquisitionBusiness Software

E-Verify Resumes Operations: Critical Employer Deadlines Before October 14

The Department of Homeland Security has restored E-Verify operations following the federal shutdown. Employers have until October 14, 2025, to submit cases for hires made during the system outage. USCIS provides specific guidance for compliance.

E-Verify has resumed normal operations following the recent federal government shutdown, creating urgent compliance requirements for employers nationwide. The Department of Homeland Security has officially restored access to the employment eligibility verification system, giving businesses limited time to address backlogged cases and meet critical deadlines.

E-Verify Compliance Deadline: October 14, 2025

by Priya Kapoor