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MAGA Mike Johnson ready to "axe" PBS and Planned Parenthood

The article from MSN discusses House Speaker Mike Johnson's plans to target funding for both PBS and Planned Parenthood. Johnson, often referred to as "MAGA Mike" due to his alignment with the Make America Great Again movement, has expressed intentions to cut federal funding for these organizations as part of broader budget negotiations. PBS, known for its educational programming, and Planned Parenthood, which provides reproductive health services, have been focal points for conservative budget cuts. Johnson's strategy includes leveraging these cuts in negotiations to pass a continuing resolution to fund the government, aiming to reduce what he and his supporters view as unnecessary or controversial spending. This move has sparked debate over the implications for public broadcasting and women's health services, with critics arguing that such cuts could significantly impact vulnerable populations.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/maga-mike-johnson-ready-to-axe-pbs-and-planned-parenthood/ar-AA1vhD08 ]