CNN 5 Things Pentagon Press Policy Ruling, Trump Downplays Ceasefire, CBS News Layoffs and more
Mar 20, 2026
Hadas Gold, CNN correspondent who covers media and technology, explains the White House’s AI legislative framework. Conversation touches on the Pentagon’s press policy ruling, Trump’s comments on NATO and ceasefire prospects, CBS News Radio shutdown and layoffs, and other top national security and media stories. Short, fast-paced updates and context.
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Judge Limits Pentagon Control Over Press
- A federal judge struck down key parts of the Pentagon's restrictive press policy as unconstitutional.
- The ruling limits the Defense Department's attempt to expand control over press coverage and can still be appealed.
Trump Blames Allies and Declares Iran Fight Won
- President Donald Trump blamed NATO allies for high oil prices and called them cowards for not opening the Strait of Hormuz.
- He publicly said the fight to stop Iran was "militarily won" while thousands more U.S. Marines and sailors head to the Middle East.
New Iranian Leader Calls For Unity And Security
- Iran's new supreme leader made a televised statement calling for unity and denying security to Iran's enemies.
- He claimed to have ridden Tehran's streets anonymously in a taxi and addressed security after a senior intelligence minister's killing.