Senate Advances Trump's Bid to Cut Funding for PBS, NPR, Public Media

Jul 16, 2025 United States United States Politics
Senate Advances Trump's Bid to Cut Funding for PBS, NPR, Public Media

The Senate voted to advance a measure to rescind funding for PBS, NPR, and other public media outlets, continuing a Trump-era initiative.

Senate Advances Effort to Cut Funding for Public Media

The Senate has taken a step forward in potentially rescinding funding for public broadcasting entities such as PBS and NPR. This move is part of a broader effort initiated during the Trump administration.

The vote signals a willingness within the Senate to reconsider federal support for these media outlets, sparking debate about the role of public funding in media and its impact on programming and accessibility.

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