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John Knefel
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Senior Writer, Media Matters for America
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Some on the right have acknowledged the importance of Meals on Wheels. The Trump administration has threatened its future.
By John Knefel Verified| Media Matters for America Verified Some right-wing media figures have acknowledged the importance of Meals on Wheels, which receives some from the federal government, as a key program to deliver food to the elderly and people with disabilities. Now, President Donald Trump’s sweeping cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services — which helps administer Meals on Wheels — are putting the program’s future at risk. The Trump administration has thrown the Department of Health and Human Services into uncertainty and chaos.
Fox News keeps misleadingly telling its viewers Trump isn't a threat to Medicaid. A new poll helps to explain why.
By John Knefel Verified| Media Matters for America Verified Fox News personalities have continued to mislead their audience into thinking that President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans aren't considering massive cuts to Medicaid, even as both chambers have advanced budget plans that would require billions in reductions to the program in order to offset tax cuts for the wealthy. As Fox’s coverage suggests, those budget plans are unpopular even among Trump supporters.
Some on the right have acknowledged the importance of Meals on Wheels. The Trump administration has threatened its future.
By John Knefel Verified| Media Matters for America Verified Some right-wing media figures have acknowledged the importance of Meals on Wheels, which receives some from the federal government, as a key program to deliver food to the elderly and people with disabilities. Now, President Donald Trump’s sweeping cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services — which helps administer Meals on Wheels — are putting the program’s future at risk. The Trump administration has thrown the Department of Health and Human Services into uncertainty and chaos.
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Media Matters for America
Media Matters for America is a progressive nonprofit organization founded in 2004 by David Brock. It operates as a research and information center focused on media accountability, specifically addressing conservative misinformation in U.S. media. The organization monitors and analyzes media platforms to ensure accurate public discourse and collaborates with progressive groups to counter conservative narratives. Media Matters engages in various activities, including systematic media monitoring, research and analysis, and advocacy. It produces articles, fact-checks, and reports that debunk misinformation on key issues like abortion rights and climate change. The organization also shares its research with activists, journalists, and policymakers to promote balanced reporting and educate the public about media bias. Its mission is to reduce media bias and foster informed public debate.
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Founded: 2004