Morning Wire Public Broadcast Clawback & Biden Aides Stonewall | 7.18.25
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Jul 18, 2025 The Senate pushes to eliminate funding for NPR and PBS, raising debates on media biases and taxpayer money. Tension rises as a Biden aide invokes the Fifth Amendment during congressional testimony, fueling questions about the president's health. Insights from the Chicago Fed president shed light on the looming interest rate decisions amidst a backdrop of political pressures and the Trump-Powell feud. The evolving dynamics in public broadcasting and the economy are at the forefront of today's discussions.
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Senate Moves to Defund NPR and PBS
- The Senate voted to strip NPR and PBS of over $1 billion in taxpayer funding, following President Trump's request.\n- This marks a significant political shift with Republicans pushing to defund publicly funded media due to perceived bias.
Republicans Cite Bias Over Emergency Role
- Republicans argue public broadcasters like NPR and PBS exhibit strong left-wing bias and should not receive taxpayer funding.\n- Their role in emergency alerts is questioned due to multiple alert sources available today.
Aide Pleads Fifth on Biden's Competency
- Anthony Bernal, Jill Biden's top aide, pleaded the Fifth seven times during congressional questioning about President Biden's fitness.\n- His testimony reflects a pattern of silence from Biden aides over questions of mental decline.