President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday, significantly altering the structure and function of the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees Voice of America (VOA). Following this order, over 1,000 VOA employees were put on indefinite paid leave. VOA, which provides news and information in 63 languages, aims to promote democracy globally. The executive order aligns with the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 recommendations, suggesting a shift toward presidential control of VOA. The director of VOA expressed concerns that these changes would undermine the agency's ability to operate effectively in its mission to inform and educate.
United States president Donald Trump signed an executive order to gut the United States Agency for Global Media, affecting Voice of America and its operations.
Over 1,000 employees at Voice of America were placed on indefinite paid leave, marking a significant shift in the agency's operational dynamics.
The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 recommended significant changes to VOA, calling for its leadership to be brought under presidential control.
VOA faces severe operational challenges and potential threats to its independence due to recent actions taken by the Administration, according to its director.
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