Pentagon Welcomes MyPillow Guys, Journalists Still Shut Out
So, the US Pentagon, bastion of national security and secretive briefings, is apparently evolving its media strategy. According to The Independent, they're now rolling out the red carpet for outfits like LindellTV and other MAGA-aligned personalities. One might almost think the objective isn't rigorous journalism, but rather... pliable public relations. (Remember when the State Department
blacklisted journalists for asking tough questions about Gaza? Apparently, asking about pillow fill levels poses less of a threat to national interest.) This 'inclusivity' contrasts sharply with the treatment of independent journalists, particularly those with critical perspectives on US foreign policy. While MyPillow's finest get a seat at the table, actual reporting on inconvenient truths — like
the use of US-supplied weapons in civilian areas or AIPAC's demonstrable influence ($450K to Rep. Smith in 2023 alone, facilitating votes for billions in foreign aid) — often faces stonewalling or dismissal. It seems the Pentagon's definition of 'press' is less about reporting and more about providing a convenient echo chamber.