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Sat, March 29, 2025

[ Sat, Mar 29th 2025 ]: THV11

US judge blocks mass firings at Voice of America

The judge issued a temporary restraining order barring from "any further attempt to terminate, reduce-in-force, place on leave, or furlough" employees or contractors

US judge blocks mass firings at Voice of America

The judge issued a temporary restraining order barring from "any further attempt to terminate, reduce-in-force, place on leave, or furlough" employees or contractors

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's recent firings at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees Voice of America (VOA) and other government-funded international broadcasters. The decision came after a lawsuit was filed by a government-funded media watchdog, arguing that the dismissals were unlawful. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell issued a preliminary injunction preventing the administration from removing or replacing the officials until the lawsuit is resolved. This ruling aims to maintain the independence of these media outlets, which are crucial for providing unbiased news globally. The case highlights ongoing tensions regarding the control and influence over government-funded media entities.

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