"A recently disclosed Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) filing has revealed that Salem Media, one of America's largest conservative media conglomerates, may have already begun integrating paid-for Israeli government narratives across its extensive network of platforms. The arrangement, formalized through a seven-figure contract, raises significant questions about the intersection of foreign influence on an increasingly fracturing conservative media environment. Salem did not respond to The American Conservative's request for comment."
"In September, the Israeli government retained Salem Media's chief strategy officer, Brad Parscale, to advocate for Israeli interests through a $6 million financial arrangement. The contract filed with the Department of Justice explicitly outlines the "integration of narrative messaging into Salem Media Network properties and aligned distribution channels" as one of its key deliverables. Salem Media operates 82 radio stations across the United States and manages high-profile websites like Townhall and RedState that serve as influential platforms in shaping conservative discourse."
"According to company data, the network generates 80 million monthly website page views with 37 million monthly app visits. Salem's newsletter operation reaches 4 million active subscribers, delivering 310 million newsletters every month, and also touts 44 million fans on Facebook. Parscale now serves dual roles: advancing Salem's business interests while simultaneously working as a registered and compensated foreign agent for Israel."
A FARA filing shows Salem Media signed a $6 million contract in September with the Israeli government, hiring Brad Parscale to advocate for Israeli interests and integrate narrative messaging across Salem Media Network properties and aligned distribution channels. Salem operates 82 radio stations, manages high-profile sites Townhall and RedState, and hosts podcasts including the Charlie Kirk Show, the Dinesh D'Souza Podcast, The Josh Hammer Show, and The Right View with Lara Trump. Company metrics report 80 million monthly website page views, 37 million app visits, 4 million newsletter subscribers receiving 310 million newsletters monthly, and 44 million Facebook fans. Parscale now serves dual roles as Salem executive and registered foreign agent.
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