NPR CEO warns public broadcasting cuts will cause ‘stations to go dark’ as soon as next quarter
NBC NewsThursday, July 17, 2025 at 8:37:39 PM
NPR's CEO Katherine Maher is sounding the alarm that proposed federal funding cuts could force some public radio stations to shut down as early as next quarter. The House is gearing up to vote on a bill that would strip nearly $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting—the lifeline for NPR and PBS. Maher warns these cuts would hit local communities hard, leaving gaps in news, education, and cultural programming that many rely on.
Editor’s Note: Public broadcasting isn't just about radio shows or TV programs—it's a cornerstone for local news, emergency alerts, and educational content, especially in areas without robust commercial media. If stations go dark, it’s not just NPR fans who lose out; entire communities could lose a trusted source of information. This fight over funding reflects bigger debates about the role of public media in a fragmented digital age.
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