Pentagon sued over Stars and Stripes restrictions
Summary
Two advisory board members of the Stars and Stripes military newspaper have filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon. They claim that recent changes by the Defense Department are limiting the newspaper’s ability to operate independently and report freely.Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed by two members of the Stars and Stripes advisory board.
- They argue that the Defense Department’s changes harm the newspaper’s editorial independence.
- The suit asks a federal judge to stop the Pentagon from increasing its control over Stars and Stripes.
- Stars and Stripes is a military newspaper serving U.S. armed forces.
- The Pentagon recently overhauled how the newspaper operates.
- The plaintiffs say the Pentagon’s actions represent an unusual and heavy-handed level of control.
- The case is ongoing and pending court review.
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