Trump administration proposes government-wide NDAs - Politico

The Trump administration has proposed government-wide nondisclosure agreements that would require former federal employees to obtain written permission from an authorized agency official before speaking about information the administration designates as confidential. The measure is presented as a way to crack down on leaks, but critics warn it could deter former officials from speaking to the press and chill public discussion. The proposal adds to other recent actions seen as restricting media access and commentary, including disputes with broadcasters and changes to Pentagon press rules.