Stars and Stripes publisher announces retirement, citing displeasure with Pentagon’s direction of outlet
Summary
Max Lederer, the publisher of Stars and Stripes for almost 20 years, announced his retirement. He is leaving because he disagrees with how the Pentagon is managing the news outlet during President Trump's administration.Key Facts
- Max Lederer has worked with Stars and Stripes since 1992.
- He became the publisher in 2007.
- He announced his retirement in a statement on Tuesday.
- Lederer cited concerns about the Pentagon’s influence over the outlet’s reporting.
- The changes in direction happened during President Donald Trump’s time in office.
- Stars and Stripes is a news organization that serves U.S. military members.
- Lederer's retirement follows nearly two decades in leadership at the newspaper.
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