In a recent revelation from former liberal leader E. Masiulis’ upcoming book, it has come to light that Dalia Grybauskaitė, preparing for her second presidential term in 2014, requested Masiulis to speak with the owner of the 'MG Baltic' media company to secure favorable coverage of her actions. Grybauskaitė's request was made in the context of political pressures she faced, with allegations that the Social Democratic party was preparing to launch an investigation into her presidency.

Masiulis recounts that at the time, Grybauskaitė claimed that the Social Democrats were targeting her, particularly for her criticisms of then-Prime Minister Algirdas Butkevičius and his government. The former president articulated her concerns in a meeting where she expressed the seriousness of the threat to her administration, and how it necessitated a united front to counteract the alleged political maneuvers of her opponents. Masiulis stated he promised to assist her in resisting the proposed investigation.

This disclosure not only sheds light on the dynamics of Lithuanian politics during Grybauskaitė's tenure but also raises questions about the ethical implications of requests for media favoritism from public figures. As the political landscape evolves, this narrative invites scrutiny over the relationships between political leaders and media proprietors, and how such alliances may affect public perception and accountability.