John — have you seen this?
The most unqualified Defense Secretary ever basically forced the free press out of the Pentagon entirely because they wouldn’t agree to let him pre-approve their reporting.
Even Fox News wouldn't sign Hegseth’s un-American pledge. So he replaced them all with far-right propagandists.
Here’s how I see it, John:
The free press is foundational to our democracy—and constitutionally protected. We need reporters asking tough questions of our leaders. Hegseth’s pledge blocks them from doing that.
Especially when Republicans are shrouding their actions in secrecy and claiming that Democrats “hate the military,” Americans deserve to hear the truth from trusted sources, not partisan outlets.
The risk even extends beyond our own politics. Silencing the free press while elevating propaganda only helps America's enemies.
I need your help to hold Pete Hegseth and the Trump Administration accountable for this.
One of the most patriotic things you can do is exercise your First Amendment rights and speak truth to power. John, that’s exactly what I’m asking you to do today.
Thank you for using your voice,
Tammy
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