A federal judge ruled Friday that key portions of the Pentagon's press policy violate the Constitution, striking down restrictions that had limited media access to the Defense Department.

The ruling targeted provisions of the press policy implemented under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during the Trump administration. The judge found that these restrictions on Pentagon reporters were unconstitutional, though specific details of the challenged provisions were not immediately available.

News organizations had challenged the Pentagon's press access limitations in court, arguing that the restrictions violated First Amendment principles governing press freedom and access to government information.

The decision represents a significant victory for media outlets that had been seeking to restore broader access to Pentagon officials and information. The ruling could potentially require the Defense Department to modify or eliminate certain restrictions on how journalists can interact with Pentagon personnel and obtain information.

The Pentagon has not immediately responded to requests for comment about whether it will appeal the ruling or how it plans to adjust its press policies in response to the court decision.