The Hound 11/25

Hi there,

It’s Tuesday. Today we’re talking about how Pentagon leaders are investigating Senator Kelly for urging troops to disobey “illegal orders”, how A-list universities may be cut off from the State Department’s research partnerships over their DEI commitments, and more.

We’re also calling out shrinking press access. Outlets need to defend not just stories — but their right to ask tough questions without retaliation. When the president threatens press access or punishes dissent, journalism’s independence is on the line.

🖊️ Add your name to demand that media outlets speak out — defend press freedom, expose threats to democracy, and resist power-driven censorship.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Pentagon investigating Sen. Mark Kelly for telling troops to refuse 'illegal orders' (NPR)

Dozens of US universities at risk of funding cuts over support for DEI (The Guardian)

AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet (AP)

ICE Sent 600 Immigrant Kids to Detention in Federal Shelters This Year. It’s a New Record. (ProPublica)

How Corporate Partnerships Powered University Surveillance of Palestine Protests (The Intercept)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

P.S. We’re always looking for new independent and progressive media sources to spotlight in our roundups. If there’s an outlet you think would be a great addition, reply to this email with your recommendation. We’d love to hear from you!