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Senate Republicans Face Pushback on Trump's $9.4B Cuts

7/14/2025

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Senate Republicans are gauging support for President Trump's controversial plan to slash $9.4 billion from public media and foreign aid. While the House has given the green light, Senate Democrats are pushing back, fearing the detrimental effects on local media and vital humanitarian efforts. The clock is ticking with a 45-day deadline looming this Friday.

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Senate Republicans are gauging support for President Trump's controversial plan to slash $9.4 billion from public media and foreign aid. While the House has given the green light, Senate Democrats are pushing back, fearing the detrimental effects on local media and vital humanitarian efforts. The clock is ticking with a 45-day deadline looming this Friday.