Trump Administration Shuts Down U.S. Agency for Global Media
The closure halts Voice of America and other broadcasters, raising concerns about U.S. influence and press freedom globally.
- President Donald Trump signed an executive order dismantling the U.S. Agency for Global Media, placing over 1,000 employees on leave and halting broadcasts.
- Critics warn the closure weakens U.S. soft power and creates opportunities for authoritarian regimes like China and Russia to expand disinformation campaigns.
- Voice of America and its affiliates, historically vital for countering propaganda, reached over 420 million people weekly in 63 languages before the shutdown.
- Bipartisan lawmakers and international organizations have condemned the move, emphasizing its negative impact on global press freedom and democracy support.
- China and Russia have celebrated the decision, viewing it as a strategic advantage for their state-controlled media narratives.
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