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RSF Condemns Trump Administration’s Dismantling of USAGM
On March 14, President Donald Trump issued an executive order dismantling the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees independent media outlets such as Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), and Radio Free Asia (RFA). This decision has led to immediate administrative leave for VOA employees and raises significant concerns about press freedom and the safety of journalists. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemned the move, stating it “betrays the nine journalists currently imprisoned for their work with the agency and leaves thousands more jobless and in danger.” The organization urges the international community to mobilize for the release and safety of these journalists. Read More – RSF Rating
Trump Praises Jeff Bezos Amid Washington Post Changes
In a rare moment of media praise, President Trump commended Amazon founder and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos for making significant changes to the newspaper. During an interview with journalist Sharyl Attkisson, Trump noted that Bezos is “trying to do a real job” with the Post, referring to editorial policy shifts, newsroom reorganization, and the elimination of political endorsements. Critics argue these changes are an effort to repair relations between Bezos and the Trump administration, following years of the Post’s aggressive coverage of Trump’s first term. Read More – The Hill Rating
MSNBC’s Symone Sanders-Townsend Quits Democratic Party Over Schumer’s Support for Trump’s Spending Bill
MSNBC host Symone Sanders-Townsend announced on-air that she is leaving the Democratic Party, citing Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-NY) decision to support President Trump’s government spending bill. Schumer was one of 10 Senate Democrats who joined Republicans in passing the bill, drawing backlash from party members. Sanders-Townsend criticized Democrats for failing to block the legislation, arguing that they “blew” their opportunity to oppose Trump. The move comes amid increasing Democratic frustration, with some lawmakers reportedly urging Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) to challenge Schumer in a primary. Read More – Washington Examiner Rating
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