Kiene criticizes the choice of entertainers
Elizabeth KieneGCSU political science student
Kiene criticizes choosing controversial entertainers, suggesting that the visit sought publicity.
“shock value and press”
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Was the Pentagon right to host Jake and Logan Paul and have them address service members?
The Defense Department hosted Jake and Logan Paul at the Pentagon on September 17, 2026. The brothers toured the building, visited its September 11 memorial, briefly met Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and addressed military and civilian personnel from the Pentagon briefing room. After the department publicized the visit, critics questioned whether presenting the entertainers in an official military setting reflected sound institutional judgment. The Pentagon said it was proud to host them and expressed appreciation for their support of the military. The dispute concerns the appropriateness and symbolism of the Pentagon’s decision, not whether the visit occurred or whether the brothers violated any law.
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Published October 6; individual interview dates unspecified.
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The Colonnade interviews Kiene.
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She describes attention as currency.
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She criticizes the Pentagon's selection.
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