White House Plans Over $1 Billion Cut to NPR, PBS Funding

The Trump administration is poised to request Congress to rescind over $1 billion in federal funding for public broadcasting, impacting organizations like PBS and NPR, amid accusations of liberal bias. This proposed cut, part of a larger $9.3 billion rescission package, is expected to face minimal opposition in the Republican-controlled Congress. Critics, including public media executives and advocacy groups, warn that such cuts could severely affect local stations, especially in rural areas that rely heavily on federal support. The White House's rationale cites a perceived bias in public media, which has sparked a broader debate about press freedom and the role of government funding in media. Public media leaders argue that these organizations provide essential services that could not be matched by commercial outlets. Overall, the move highlights ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and public media, with significant implications for journalism and local news coverage.