Senate set to debate cuts to NPR, PBS and foreign aid
Summary
The Senate is discussing proposed funding cuts for NPR, PBS, and international aid, totaling $9 billion. The vote to consider these cuts passed by a narrow margin, with Vice President JD Vance casting the deciding vote. Some Republican senators and all Democrats opposed the cuts, and certain funds will remain to support Native American radio stations.Key Facts
- The Senate narrowly voted to begin debate on $9 billion in funding cuts requested by President Trump.
- Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote needed to move the debate forward.
- The cuts include $1.1 billion for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funds NPR and PBS.
- Another $7.9 billion was earmarked for international aid to fight famine and disease.
- The U.S. AIDS relief program PEPFAR was removed from the proposed cuts by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
- Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski voted against the cuts, citing concerns over legislative authority and support for public broadcasting.
- A compromise ensures funding for 28 Native American radio stations through a Department of Interior program.
- The proposal must be approved by midnight Friday or the cuts will not occur.
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