defended

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Others on social media defended Scorsese and the use of AI in film.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Newsom defended the price-gouging protections shortly after they went into effect.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The Pentagon chief has defended the approach, noting that civilian leaders are granted the authority to choose which admirals or generals advise them on military matters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The government has defended the changes as seeking to overturn "intergenerational inequality" and help young people buy a home.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

“But then, what would have happened to you? You would have just stood there, and let him do that, and you wouldn’t have defended yourself at all.”

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken