In a stunning display of community support, Seattle's KUOW NPR station raised nearly $1.5 million in under 12 hours after Congress cut $9 billion in government funding, including $1.1 billion from public broadcasting. The funds will help maintain essential services as the station faces significant funding challenges.
The House has voted to cut $9 billion in funding, eliminating federal support for NPR and PBS. This controversial decision faces backlash from both sides of the aisle, raising concerns over the future of public broadcasting.
In a controversial move, the Senate voted to advance a $1.1 billion rescissions package targeting PBS and NPR funding. Vice President JD Vance broke a tie, with final votes expected soon. Critics warn this could severely impact public broadcasting, especially in rural areas.
In a narrow vote, the House has approved cuts to federal funding for NPR and PBS, igniting a fierce debate over media bias and the future of public broadcasting. This legislation, pushed by Trump, threatens essential services for millions.
The Trump administration has formally requested Congress to cut all federal funding for PBS and NPR by 2026-2027, claiming taxpayer support subsidizes 'biased' media. This drastic measure has sparked lawsuits and fierce public debate.
PBS and a Minnesota affiliate have filed a lawsuit against Trump over his executive order to cut funding, claiming it violates free speech and threatens public television's future.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting responds to President Trump's executive order to cut funding for NPR and PBS, asserting that Congress controls their funding, not the president. This move has sparked a political outcry.
President Trump has signed an executive order to cut federal funding for NPR and PBS, citing biased reporting. This move could jeopardize local stations, particularly in rural areas, amid ongoing legal battles and political tensions.
Today’s DOGE subcommittee hearing sees House Republicans attacking PBS and NPR, threatening their funding while public media leaders defend their existence and local impact.
