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Chris LaCivita, former Trump campaign manager, sues The Daily Beast for defamation
A former Trump campaign manager is suing The Daily Beast for defamation over an October report that misstated his income accrued from political activities last year.
USAGM releases $7 million to Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
The forthcoming disbursement followed a lawsuit filed by the broadcaster after its funding grants were terminated.
VOA journalists seek restraining order against Trump administration
Journalists at Voice of America have filed a legal request for a restraining order that will prevent Trump administration officials from furthering layoffs and a reduction in activities.
British broadcasters fined for colluding on freelancer pay
BBC, ITV and BT Sport illegally shared information to suppress pay to contractors, a British regulator found.
FCC Chairman Carr threatens to block deals over DEI initiatives
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr on Friday indicated the agency may block mergers and other transactions if companies continue to practice DEI initiatives.
Viewpoint: Lawsuit filed by Voice of America journalists to determine broadcaster’s fate
While dictatorial countries celebrate its demise, VOA journalists are continuing its mission — now in the courtroom, instead of on the air.
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Steve Herman
Voice of America journalists sue USAGM over closure of broadcast outlet
Seven individuals — including four unnamed workers — are joining several unions representing affected journalists at Voice of America after the broadcaster was effectively shut down last week.
U.S. Agency for Global Media sued over cancellation of grants
Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Agency for Global Media after its operational funding was terminated earlier this week.
FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks to resign
His departure will create another vacancy that Trump will need to fill.
Journalists at government-backed broadcasters work through layoffs
Despite an Executive Order that required a reduction in activity and workforce, some employees of U.S. Agency for Global Media outlets are reporting to work, unsure if they will receive a paycheck.
Nexstar seeks to depose fired WOOD-TV news director Stanton Tang
Attorneys for the broadcast say they've engaged in a back-and-forth with Tang's lawyers on the matter.
Layoffs hit 1,000 workers at Voice of America, other broadcasters
The job cuts are rooted in an Executive Order signed by President Trump on Friday that requires USAGM and other organizations to reduce their activities and employee count.