The House approved a plan to revoke $9 billion in previously allocated funds, significantly impacting federal support for NPR and PBS, along with foreign aid. The vote passed narrowly at 216 to 213 with nearly unanimous Republican support. President Trump is expected to sign the bill. NPR anticipates increased fundraising efforts to cope with funding cuts, alongside potential station closures, especially in rural regions. David Folkenflik suggests a major overhaul of the public broadcasting system may be necessary as it faces a challenging future.
The House approved a rescission plan to claw back $9 billion in previously allocated funds, cutting federal support for NPR, PBS, and foreign aid.
The vote of 216 to 213 received support from all but two Republicans, and the bill is set to be signed by President Trump.
NPR's David Folkenflik predicts fundraising efforts for public media will spike and warns of possible station closures, particularly in rural areas.
Folkenflik anticipates a radical reconstruction of the public broadcasting system in response to the new funding landscape.
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