I mostly agree with you here and that I think her comments are a reaction to everyone acting as though NewJeans is all Hybe and she rightfully objects to that. The only bone I have to pick with it is that her wording comes off as though she is cutting Hybe out completely though she never actually SAYS that and yes, pann took that inch and ran a fucking mile with it.
Being in her position with the New Jeans brand rising as sharply as it is and being as outspoken as she seems to be so far, the media will take it and of course try to make as big a controversy out of it as they can. And that unfortunately means that to counter that she'd be wise to be VERY careful with her wording and phrasing lest the blow back get out of control.
Real artists don't care about your brand of political correctness. So stop trying to shove it down people's throats like it's something to prioritize.