White House expresses concern over report

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White House expresses concern over report that US is paying Iraqi newspapers for favorable stories

WASHINGTON - (AP) President George W. Bush's spokesman said
Thursday that "we're very concerned" about reports that the U.S. military is
paying Iraqi newspapers and journalists to plant favorable stories about the
war and the rebuilding effort.
"We are seeking more information from the Pentagon," White House
spokesman Scott McClellan said.
McClellan said that Gen. Peter Pace, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of
Staff, indicated "it was news to him, as well." He said Pace said the
Pentagon was looking into the reports, although Lt. Col. Barry Johnson, a
military spokesman in Iraq, said, "I am not aware of any formal review of
the program, although it is constantly being assessed for effectiveness."
Details about the program were first reported by the Los Angeles
Times on Wednesday. It marked the second time this year that Pentagon
programs have come under scrutiny for reported payments made to journalists
for favorable press.