Republicans Announce Closure of Public Broadcasting Corporation Amid Funding Cuts

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the organization that funds PBS and NPR, has announced its planned closure following the recent approval by the Republican-controlled House of Representatives of legislation aimed at eliminating federal funding for these outlets. This decision follows an executive order issued in May by President Donald Trump, directing government agencies to cease support for these organizations. Trump has previously criticized the CPB, describing it as a "monstrosity." Most CPB staff are expected to depart by the end of September, with the organization officially dissolving by January 2026. Supporters on Capitol Hill and across the nation have praised the move, arguing that PBS and NPR promote liberal narratives and undermine conservative values. Senator John Kennedy (R-Louisiana) stated, "The Corporation for Public Broadcasting—the scheme bureaucrats used to funnel taxpayer money to NPR and PBS—will soon be no more. That’s great news for every American who doesn’t want their tax dollars funding left-wing opinion journalism EVER again." Congressman Ronny Jackson (R-Texas) declared, "The CPB is DEAD! They couldn’t survive without taxpayer funding. An...