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Judge Orders Trump to Reinstate Crucial Media Funding

7/21/2025

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A federal judge has mandated the Trump administration to reinstate funding for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, vital for reporting in regions with restricted press freedom. Judge Royce C. Lamberth slammed the administration's reasoning as “nonsensical,” highlighting the contradiction between the funding denial and a budget bill that ensures support until September 30.

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A federal judge has mandated the Trump administration to reinstate funding for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, vital for reporting in regions with restricted press freedom. Judge Royce C. Lamberth slammed the administration's reasoning as “nonsensical,” highlighting the contradiction between the funding denial and a budget bill that ensures support until September 30.