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Pentagon Moves Shake Stars and Stripes | Eau Claire News
The Pentagon’s move to overhaul Stars and Stripes, the military’s trusted newspaper, has sparked alarm after high-profile departures including publisher Max Lederer and reporter Lara Korte — both citing a growing disconnect between editorial independence and Pentagon influence. Korte lamented the loss of a vital voice for service members and their families, especially after covering sensitive conflicts like Iran. Enter Navy Captain Bill Urban, newly appointed as military deputy to the publisher, who promises modernization while assuring editorial freedom — a claim that’s drawing scrutiny from…
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