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Senate Approves Deep Cuts to Public Broadcasting and Foreign Aid
In a narrow 51-48 vote, the U.S. Senate passed President Trump’s $9 billion rescission package targeting foreign aid and public broadcasting. The bill, which must return to the House for final approval before a Friday deadline, includes $1 billion in cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), affecting NPR, PBS, and local stations, particularly in rural areas. While Vice President JD Vance was not needed for the final vote, opposition from Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) underscored bipartisan concerns over vague implementation plans and diminished congressional oversight. The Senate rejected numerous amendments aimed at protecting public media and global health programs. Read More (CBS News Rating)
Trump Administration Sues to Remove CPB Board Members Who Refuse to Vacate Positions
Three Democratic CPB board members—Diane Kaplan, Laura Ross, and Thomas Rothman—are facing a federal lawsuit after refusing to step down following their dismissal by President Trump in April. The Department of Justice claims the firings are lawful under Article II of the Constitution and the Public Broadcasting Act. The trio argues the CPB operates independently from the federal government, challenging their removal in court. The lawsuit seeks to officially end their terms, bar them from further participation, and recover compensation received post-termination. Read More (Washington Examiner Rating)
Press Forward Awards $22.7M to Boost Local News Infrastructure
Press Forward has awarded $22.7 million to 22 projects addressing systemic challenges in local journalism, including mental health support, crisis coverage preparedness, revenue model development, and content preservation. The initiative, funded by a coalition of over 90 organizations, aims to bolster newsroom sustainability and effectiveness amid industry-wide transformation. With more than 550 proposals received, the awards highlight key areas of pressure in the sector. This is the second major funding round from Press Forward’s Pooled Fund, which has now invested over $40 million to support local news resilience. Read More (Press Forward Unrated)
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