ADADThe publication has often run afoul of the Pentagon’s brass for reporting unflattering stories about military operations and management. The memo directing its shutdown was first reported by Stars and Stripes on Wednesday; the publication said Haverstick wrote it last month. Esper said in February that funds devoted to the publication would be used for “higher-priority issues,” such as weapons purchases. ADThe signatories include several members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, which oversees the Pentagon’s budget. Sen. Lindsey O. Graham (R-S.C.), a close ally of President Trump and a military veteran, has also urged Esper to continue Stars and Stripes’ funding until Congress has completed a spending bill.

Source: Washington Post September 04, 2020 18:52 UTC