The Flathats

The Flathats are a branch of the US government tasked with keeping Martian influence under check and control. They are greedy and self righteous, but stand as the country's first defense against Martian uprising if anything goes wrong.

The Flathats can provide the Journalist with access to the Mothership by rising through their ranks and being noticed by the Martian President. He will be impressed by your influence on the valley, and request a meeting.