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Trump's cuts hit Voice of America, Radio Free Europe


Published on 2025-03-15 21:00:46 - dw
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  • Voice of America employees were placed on administrative leave as the Trump administration cut grants to publicly-funded US outlets broadcasting into Russia, China and North Korea.Workers at Voice of America received an email on Saturday placing them on paid administrative leave "until otherwise notified" and instructing them not to enter the

The article discusses the impact of budget cuts implemented by the Trump administration on U.S. international broadcasting services like Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). These cuts, part of a broader effort to reduce federal spending, have led to significant layoffs and reduced programming, particularly affecting the ability of these outlets to counter disinformation and provide independent news in regions where press freedom is limited. The reductions have sparked concerns about diminishing America's soft power and its capacity to promote democratic values abroad. Critics argue that these cuts undermine the strategic importance of these broadcasters in countering propaganda from countries like Russia and China, especially at a time when global information warfare is intensifying. The article highlights the tension between fiscal conservatism and the strategic necessity of maintaining robust international broadcasting capabilities.

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