AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPentagon Press Crackdown: The U.S. military newspaper Stars and Stripes fired publisher Max Lederer, editor-in-chief Erik Slavin and reporter Lara Korte after a dispute over Pentagon influence and “independent news,” with Slavin telling the BBC he fears growing censorship. First Amendment Fight: The Stars and Stripes shakeup adds fuel to broader press-freedom battles over government pressure on newsroom independence. AI Backlash: A nationwide wave of protests against AI data center expansion hit 42 states, driven by power costs, water use and local job concerns. Health & Media Literacy: A gut-health explainer warns that bloating can signal conditions beyond normal digestion and cautions against “gut healthy” products and detox claims. Entertainment IP: A lawsuit accuses Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan of stealing a TV concept from writer Lauren J. Salkin. Local Journalism Spotlight: A Sunday newspaper launched a campaign to tackle violence against women and girls, backed by major public figures.
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