Trump's NPR and PBS Funding Cut Blocked by Federal Judge
Judge rules Trump's directive cutting off funding for NPR and PBS violates the First Amendment
CBS News2026.03.31Updated 14d ago
U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss blocked the Trump administration from enforcing provisions of his executive order that directed federal agencies to cut off funding to NPR and PBS.
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A U.S. District Judge ruled that Trump's executive order to defund NPR and PBS violates First Amendment protections. Judge Randolph Moss blocked enforcement of the directive, citing concerns about government interference with press freedom. The decision temporarily prevents the administration from cutting federal funding to the broadcasters.
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