Stars and Stripes Journalists Sue Pentagon | Denver News

Three former Stars and Stripes journalists are suing top Pentagon officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, alleging they were illegally fired for speaking out on press freedom and reporting on harsh conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. The publisher, editor-in-chief, and a reporter—all given separation notices citing insubordination—claim their terminations stem from censorship efforts targeting the historic military outlet. Their public support for press independence and interviews with CBS News preceded their firings by weeks. The publisher even refused to deliver his notice, announcing retirement instead. The lawsuit argues this violates their First Amendment rights and seeks to halt what it calls unprecedented government interference in journalism. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f95fc0fa7ff432aa