UNBIASED Politics UNBIASED Politics (5/5/25): NPR/PBS Funding Cuts, Trump's Pope Picture, Alcatraz Re-Opening, Tariffs on Films, Fact-Checking Trump's 'Meet the Press' Interview, SpaceX Gets Its Own City, and More.
May 5, 2025
Former President Donald Trump shares his thoughts on controversial topics following his recent appearance on 'Meet the Press'. He discusses his executive order cutting funding for NPR and PBS, alleging its impact on rural media. Trump also addresses the reopening of Alcatraz and proposes 100% tariffs on foreign films. Furthermore, the podcast fact-checks his statements regarding immigration and gas prices, while touching on SpaceX's new city, Starbase, and the resumption of student loan collections. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of politics and media!
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Impact of Funding Cuts on Local Media
- The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) funds local media stations, distributing over 70% of its congressional funds to them.
- Federal funding cuts to CPB hit smaller rural stations hardest due to their reliance on these grants compared to larger urban stations.
Legal Battle Over Voice of America
- Voice of America (VOA) serves foreign audiences with journalism protected from external interference.
- Courts currently dispute Trump administration's order to cease VOA operations, with legal outcomes still pending.
Clarifying Trump's Claims on Gas and Borders
- Trump's "gas below $2 a gallon" refers to wholesale gas prices, not retail pump prices.
- Border crossing statistics often cited by Trump include nuanced distinctions like intentional releases versus actual crossings.