Morning Wire NPR, PBS Heads Testify & Trump’s Voter ID EO | Afternoon Update | 3.26.25
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Mar 26, 2025 Trump's push for federal election law changes creates a ripple effect in voter ID regulations. A tense hearing unfolds as NPR and PBS leaders face congressional scrutiny over their funding and editorial practices. Political fallout from an Atlantic article raises questions about transparency in U.S. military actions. The podcast also highlights media bias, focusing on the disparity in coverage between far-right and far-left news. Key debates on SNAP benefits and EPA policies add to the contentious political climate.
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Signal Chat Leak Controversy
- The White House is pushing back against The Atlantic's publication of Signal messages regarding airstrikes in Yemen.
- Officials claim no classified information was shared and accuse the outlet of sensationalizing the leak.
NPR's Editorial Board Composition
- NPR CEO Catherine Marr admitted concern over the editorial board's composition of solely registered Democrats.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene argued that public broadcasting outlets like NPR should represent all Americans.
PBS's Alleged Political Bias
- PBS President Paula Kerger defended PBS's fairness and objectivity under questioning by Representative Pat Fallon.
- Fallon cited a study showing PBS used the term "far-right" significantly more often than "far-left."