Analyzing the unethical behaviors of military news journalists writing false$-$favorable war reports for a corrupt government for financial rewards. $1.$ Why is this behavior unethical from a teleological and denotological point of view. How is the ethical lapses a problem of both conduct and character. $3.$How was the five principles of ethical leadership: respect of others, service above self and to others, justice and fairness, honesty and integrity, and building community violated. What are the takeaways from an ethical stand point.