U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM)
The U.S. Agency for Global Media, previously known as the Broadcasting Board of Governors, is an independent agency of the United States government that oversees international broadcast outlets, including the Voice of America, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting.
Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting’s Radio Marti are directly supervised by USAGM, while the other broadcasters receive federal funding through acts of Congress in exchange for oversight by the agency.
Judge says 1,000 Voice of America workers must be reinstated
A federal judge has ordered more than 1,000 laid off Voice of Ameriaca employees to be reinstated.
Fox News correspondent backs Voice of America during awards reception
Griffin criticized cuts to VOA’s language services, saying the reductions have weakened the United States’ ability to broadcast information to countries like Iran.
Judge says Kari Lake illegally appointed CEO at Voice of America
The decision could reinstate more than 1,000 VOA employees laid off in 2025 and revive operations at the government-funded broadcaster.
Congress to continue funding Voice of America, despite Trump’s wishes
The proposal faces legislative hurdles and a potential presidential veto as legal challenges against USAGM continue.
Kari Lake says USAGM to vacate studios, relocate to NASA building
USAGM will vacate its Washington, D.C. headquarters and relocate to a NASA-used building under cost-cutting ordered by President Trump.
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Voice of America moves forward with bureau, shortwave radio closures
USAGM plans to close several overseas news bureaus despite multiple legal challenges to its downsizing effort.
Judge blocks some layoffs at Voice of America
A federal judge has paused some layoffs at USAGM and Voice of America from taking effect until at least mid-October.
Kari Lake disparages news outlets covering USAGM layoffs
During a sworn deposition earlier this month, Lake characterized reports by the Washington Post, CNN and this outlet as propaganda and false.
Trump administration sued for union-busting at USAGM, Voice of America
The lawsuit claims the August 28 order was retaliation for unions’ litigation and grievances opposing the agency’s dismantlement.
Judge questions Kari Lake’s efforts to dismantle Voice of America
A federal judge overseeing lawsuits against Lake has ordered her to testify under oath.
USAGM fires Voice of America Director Michael Abramowitz
The U.S. Agency for Global Media has dismissed Voice of America's Director Michael Abramowitz for failing to accept demotion, according to court filings.
Former Voice of America worker indicted for threatening lawmaker
Seth Jason is accused of making numerous threats to assault and kill Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, according to police.