The Trump administration has initiated a series of mass layoffs at Voice of America (VOA) and other U.S.-funded media organizations. This move comes as part of broader efforts to restructure and potentially diminish the role of these outlets, which have historically been instrumental in projecting U.S. influence abroad.
Contractual staff were informed of their dismissal shortly after all employees had been placed on leave, signifying a swift and significant operational shift within these institutions. The layoffs highlight a growing shift in the administration’s strategy concerning U.S. international broadcasting services.
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