US EditionTrump Warns Republicans Against Rejecting Cuts to PBS and NPR
UNITED STATES, JUL 10 – The Senate GOP aims to cut $9.4 billion including $1.1 billion from public media, with over 70% of funds affecting local stations, amid political pressure from former President Trump.
- President Donald Trump warned congressional Republicans that he would withdraw support from any member who opposes cuts to NPR and PBS, which includes a proposed rescission package totaling $9.4 billion.
- The Senate has until July 18 to approve the cuts, while some Republicans have expressed concerns about eliminating the funding.
- Senator Mike Rounds stated that the funding is crucial for local radio stations serving rural areas, emphasizing the need for some members to protect the funding for emergency services.
- Trump's criticism targeted PBS and NPR, stating they are "worse than CNN & MSDNC put together," and threatened endorsements for Republicans not supporting the cuts.
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