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Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes editor after he defends editorial independence

The Pentagon dismissed the editor-in-chief and a reporter from Stars and Stripes for insubordination. These actions followed public statements defending the news outlet's editorial independence. The newspaper's publisher also announced his impending retirement and was subsequently dismissed. This move escalates tensions between the administration and the news media. The Pentagon aims to reshape Stars and Stripes content for service members.

22 Aug 2026 7:35 am