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On the recordJune 12, 2025
Trump wants Congress to vote to cut off public radio broadcasts our constituents count on for weather forecasts, emergency alerts, and updates on what's going on in their community—and force layoffs at local TV stations.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

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Criticism of Trump's proposed cuts to public broadcasting affecting local communities.

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