Scandal around Voice of America. Trump explains unexpected decision
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Sun, 16 Mar 2025 11:03:54 +0200

Trump commented on the decision to stop funding for Voice of AmericaWhat is important to understand is that on March 15, it became known that many Voice of America employees were placed on administrative leave without the right to access their emails and perform their work.After a loud scandal broke out, the White House decided to explain its unexpected decision.Against this backdrop, Donald Trumps team has announced a series of claims against the Voice of America.
Among the accusations are violation of journalistic standards and avoidance of responsibility.In particular, these are the following cases5 years ago, the broadcaster wrote about a possible Russian trace in the scandal with the laptop of former US President Joe Bidens son, Hunter Biden, which the Trump administration perceived as an attempt to hide the truth.Voice of America management urged employees not to call Hamas and its members terrorists, except when quoting official statements.In 2019, the broadcaster released a story about transgender migrants seeking asylum in the United States.According to journalists, the White House has also canceled funding for the RFE/RL network Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
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