Congress passes Trump's proposal to slash $9B from public broadcasting; awaits presidential assent
Friday, 18 July 2025 () Congress has approved President Trump's proposal to slash $9 billion in federal spending, impacting public broadcasters like PBS and NPR, along with foreign aid programs. The House passed the bill with a narrow 216-213 margin, while the Senate approved it 51-48, with some Republicans dissenting over concerns about congressional power. Trump hailed the cuts as a victory, while Republican leaders framed it as a step toward fiscal responsibility.
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