Representative Ronny Jackson, a Republican from Texas, has expressed optimism about defunding National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Jackson stated that he believes a particular legislative package will "finally" achieve this objective.
Jackson has been a vocal critic of NPR and PBS, arguing that they have devolved into purveyors of "fake news." He contends that taxpayer dollars should not be used to support these organizations. The specific details of the legislative package and its likelihood of passage remain unclear. The debate over funding for public broadcasting continues to be a contentious issue in Congress, with Republicans often arguing for reduced government spending and a smaller role for public media.
House Republican Pushes to Defund NPR and PBS
Representative Ronny Jackson of Texas is advocating for the defunding of National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Jackson believes a legislative package will achieve this goal. He argues that NPR and PBS have become sources of "fake news" and that public funding should be withdrawn.