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• Trump plans order to cut funding for NPR and PBS

  By David Folkenflik Verified| Illinois Public Media News@ The Trump administration has drafted a memo to Congress outlining its intent to end nearly all federal funding for public media, which includes NPR and PBS, according to a White House official who spoke to NPR. The memo, which the administration plans to send to Congress when it reconvenes from recess on April 28, will open a 45-day window in whichthe House and Senate can either approve the rescission or allow the money to be restored.

  By David Folkenflik Verified · Illinois Public Media News

  Apr. 15, 2025

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National Public Radio (NPR) is an independent, non-profit membership organization of public radio stations in the United States, established in 1970. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., NPR produces and distributes a variety of news, information, talk, entertainment, and cultural programming to over 860 member stations across the country. NPR's flagship programs include "All Things Considered," a weekday evening news show, and "Morning Edition," a morning news program. It also features "Tiny Desk Concerts," showcasing live performances by various musicians. NPR gathers news from 36 bureaus worldwide and collaborates with more than 270 independent public radio stations, reaching a diverse audience of approximately 27.5 million listeners weekly. The organization is funded through grants, corporate sponsorships, and listener donations, supporting its mission to provide quality programming and foster informed public discourse.