Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported a troubling decline in press freedom in the U.S. during Trump's presidency, highlighting cuts to funding for public broadcasters like Voice of America. The U.S. fell to 57th on the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, behind countries such as Sierra Leone. The RSF indicates that Trump's actions reflect an authoritarian trend, creating news deserts across the nation. Trump has also engaged in legal action against media outlets, further raising concerns about press freedom and journalistic integrity under his administration.
Media rights group RSF warns about a significant decline in press freedom in the United States, attributing this to Trump cutting funding for public broadcasters.
The United States fell to 57th place in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, reflecting alarming conditions for journalists and an authoritarian governmental shift under Trump.
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