Following false claims on social media regarding government funding for Politico, the White House acted to pull governmental subscriptions to the news outlet. The actions were fueled by speculations tied to a payroll issue reported by Politico, with pro-Trump influencers suggesting a connection to a funding freeze at USAID. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt echoed these misleading claims regarding taxpayer funding. Politico clarified that it receives no federal subsidies but merely provides services to federal agencies through appropriate procurement channels, generating substantial revenue in the process.
"I was made aware of the funding from USAID to media outlets, including Politico, who I know has a seat in this room."
"Politico has not taken 'a dime' of subsidies or grants from the federal government."
"The more than 8 million taxpayer dollars that have gone to essentially subsidize subscriptions to Politico on the American taxpayers' dime will no longer be happening."
"Federal agencies use the procurement process to subscribe to Politico Pro, a service that tracks legislation and other policy minutiae."
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