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Jun 20, 2025 The Trump administration terminated hundreds of Voice of America and USAGM employees Corroborated Power and Authority
The cuts sharply reduced a federally funded news network, giving the executive branch greater power over the reach and survival of public-interest journalism.
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- Trump administration terminates 639 employees at Voice of America — The Trump administration announced the termination of 639 employees at Voice of America (VOA) and its parent organization, the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM).
- Trump Administration Issues Layoff Notices at VOA — The Trump administration issued layoff notices to over 600 employees at Voice of America, with terminations expected by September.
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Week 22 – 2025-06-14–2025-06-20
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