A rare ‘thank you’ to the media from the Trump administration
This story raises questions about governance, accountability, and American values.
The AP’s framing treats the “rare thank you” as the story, as if the main question is whether the press feels appreciated. That misses what actually matters when a sensitive operation unfolds in real time: whether early reporting helps the country or helps the target. If outlets truly held back details that could tip off a hostile regime, that is not a feel-good moment.
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By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer In the wake of last weekend’s U.S. military action in Venezuela, the news media got something it has seldom heard from the Trump administration: a “thank you.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio credited news organizations that had learned in advance about last Saturday’s strike that led to the captureThe post A rare ‘thank you’ to the media from the Trump administration appeared first on News-Press NOW.
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The AP’s framing treats the “rare thank you” as the story, as if the main question is whether the press feels appreciated. That misses what actually matters when a sensitive operation unfolds in real time: whether early reporting helps the country or helps the target.
If outlets truly held back details that could tip off a hostile regime, that is not a feel-good moment. It is basic national security judgment. But it also raises an uncomfortable point: too often the incentive structure rewards being first, even when it risks lives. Praise should not become a substitute for accountability when leaks happen.
Conservatives care less about media etiquette than public trust and rule of law. If officials shared information improperly, investigate it. If reporters obtained it legitimately, weigh harm responsibly. The principle is simple: operational security comes before newsroom ego.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.