"Hegseth stated, 'To the press, the press corps, to the American media, I just can't help but notice the endless stream of garbage, the relentlessly negative coverage. You cannot resist peddling, despite the historic and important success of this effort and the success of our troops.'"
"Hegseth described the media's reporting as 'incredibly unpatriotic,' suggesting that any coverage not highlighting American success is viewed negatively."
"He invoked the Bible during his remarks, referencing a sermon he heard, which he used to frame his criticism of the press."
CBS News invited Pete Hegseth to the White House Correspondents Association dinner, raising eyebrows due to his history of criticizing the press. Hegseth, who implemented a policy limiting journalists' access to information at the Pentagon, continues to attack media coverage, labeling it as negative and unpatriotic. His recent comments at a Pentagon briefing included accusations of the press peddling an 'endless stream of garbage' and failing to recognize the success of American troops, further complicating the relationship between the Pentagon and the media.
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