President Trump has issued an executive order attempting to exert authority over the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), an independent nonprofit managing funds for public broadcasters. This order is Trump's second attempt to interfere with CPB, which operates with congressional funding and serves local stations significantly. CPB's legal position argues that it is not subject to presidential authority, leading to potential legal disputes. The order raises questions about funding and impacts on local media that are vital for community engagement and have economic implications, particularly in rural areas.
Local public media journalism has never been more important to American families, who consider it part of the fabric of their communities. It correlates with higher rates of civic engagement, greater civic cohesion and economic advantages, such as better municipal bond ratings.
Almost half of all rural grantees - 120 stations - relied on CPB for at least 25 percent of their revenue while 33 rural stations - many on Native American reservations - relied on CPB funding for at least 50 percent of their revenue.
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