Identity Theft and Media Shifts

This chapter explores the shocking case of Matthew David Kierens, who lived under a stolen identity for decades, leading to wrongful arrests and his eventual sentencing for fraud. It also delves into the Pentagon's new media rotation initiative, reshaping how news outlets access its information and highlighting the rise of new media in the traditional landscape. Throughout, the implications of these changes on public perception, information dissemination, and inherent biases in reporting are critically examined.