In a decisive move, the US Senate has approved sweeping cuts to public broadcasting, delivering a major victory to former President Donald Trump and his allies. The controversial bill, passed along party lines, slashes federal funding for organisations such as NPR and PBS—entities Trump has frequently criticised as biased.
A Long-Awaited Win for Conservatives
The legislation, championed by Republican lawmakers, fulfils a years-long conservative objective to reduce government support for public media. Supporters argue the move will save taxpayer money and curb perceived liberal bias, while opponents warn it threatens independent journalism and educational programming.
Reactions from Both Sides
Democrats have condemned the cuts as an attack on press freedom. "This is a dark day for public discourse," said Senator Elizabeth Warren. Meanwhile, Trump hailed the decision on social media, calling it "a great step toward defunding the fake news machine."
The bill now heads to the House, where its fate remains uncertain amid ongoing partisan divisions.
