Referential Integrity
So, probably more suited to TF, but let's have a look at this nonetheless.
While we're in the middle of ostracizing our military operations for not behaving in a way acceptable to our common sensibilities, such as pissing on inmates and killing kids, its becoming clear that our media is there protecting the Geneva Convention and making sure any contravention is reported.
Oh, wait, that was last week. This week the media is the enemy, they lie and are caught out by profit seekers due to their quest for the latest scoop.
No, wait, it's actually the Brits that are good, the media is fine, it's just the Americans that are bad.
Ah, bollocks, as it turns out, we might be the bad guys too.
Luckily our government is here and will sort it all out, just as soon as it finds out about it.

Fortunately, our "special relationship" will not be affected

I give up.