The Pentagon’s public affairs executive director has assumed the role of acting publisher for Stars and Stripes, the military’s official newspaper, as the publication seeks to overhaul its operations and adapt to contemporary media standards. The move comes amid efforts to streamline the paper’s structure and enhance its digital presence, reflecting broader challenges faced by traditional print outlets in an evolving news landscape. With a focus on modernization, leadership changes signal a push to redefine how military audiences engage with news and information. The transition may mark a pivotal moment for a publication with deep historical ties to the armed forces.


Christian Devine, the Pentagon's public affairs executive director, takes over as acting publisher of Stars and Stripes newspaper as it aims to modernize.