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Trump's Order Closes Public Media; Minnesota Leads Online
8/7/2025
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Story summary
- Donald Trump's May executive order to defund public media resulted in the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's shutdown next month.
- While federal funding was minor for major stations, smaller stations are at higher risk.
- Minnesota Public Radio topped the ranking of the top 25 local public media websites based on June visits.
- Stations are improving their digital presence and responsiveness to breaking news in response to funding cuts.
