July 7, 2010

But they acknowledged that the McChry

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But they acknowledged that the McChrystal debacle was an example of what Gates, in his memo, called a lax approach to engagement with the media.Under the new rules, U.S. military and civilian defense officials must contact Gates public affairs office prior to interviews or any other means of media and public engagement with possible national or international implications.The Pentagon would be able to advise against engagements, officials said, raising concerns in the media that the rules would ultimately curtail access.