The Pentagon has dismissed the publisher, editor in chief, and at least one reporter at Stars and Stripes, a military news outlet known for its independent reporting. The Department of Defense (DOD) terminated Editor-in-Chief Erik Slavin, publisher Max Lederer, and Middle East correspondent Lara Korte as part of an effort to reshape the outlet's coverage in recent months.
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Pentagon dismisses key personnel at Stars and Stripes
The Pentagon has terminated the employment of key personnel at Stars and Stripes, including Editor-in-Chief Erik Slavin, publisher Max Lederer, and reporter Lara Korte. This action is part of the Department of Defense's initiative to modify the outlet's coverage.
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