Trump’s Funding Cuts Force Corporation for Public Broadcasting Shutdown After 58 Years
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), which provided funding for local public TV and radio stations, has voted to shut down after Congress eliminated its funding. The CPB, established by the Public Broadcasting Act of 1967, cited years of political attacks and the risk of future manipulation as reasons for the closure. The organization’s board determined that maintaining a defunded entity would not serve the public interest, particularly jeopardizing the independence of public media. The CPB is currently distributing its remaining funds and ensuring the preservation of its archives, highlighting its commitment to public media’s role in providing trusted news, educational programming, and cultural content.
John Q. Hosedrinker