US EditionJudge seeks more information about Trump administration’s cuts to Voice of America
- A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America and is seeking more information about compliance with his order regarding the news service's status.
- U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth asked a Justice Department attorney about layoff notices sent to over 600 Voice of America employees.
- The judge expressed skepticism about the government's seriousness in keeping him informed, stating, 'I don't think so.'
- Schultz, representing VOA journalists, mentioned that the entire staff has been on paid administrative leave for over three months.
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Letters to the Editor: Guest commentary shows effects of Trump Administration’s cost-cutting efforts
Thank you for publishing the commentary from Dr. Claire Lamman. It honestly and completely shows the effects of the administration’s so-called cost-cutting efforts. As a graduate from the University of Minnesota in a scientific field, I agree wholeheartedly with Dr. Lamman’s point that the money spent on research and development in any scientific field is an investment, not an expense. In a recent article in the U of MN Alumni Magazine, it was …
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Judge seeks more information about Trump administration's cuts to Voice of America
A federal judge who blocked the Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America is seeking more information from the government about whether it is complying with his order preserving the 83-year-old international news service.
Since his return to power last January, Trump has stepped up his attacks on cultural institutions, universities and public media.
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