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John Oliver Auctions 'Junk' to Fund Public Broadcasting

11/18/2025

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Story summary

John Oliver, host of Last Week Tonight, highlighted U.S. President Donald Trump’s $1.1 billion cut to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting on November 17, 2025.
He launched an auction, 'John Oliver’s Junk,' with 65 items to raise funds for local public broadcasters.
Proceeds will support local public broadcasters and fund a long-term solution such as a tax.
The effort underscores the importance of public media.

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Story summary

John Oliver, host of Last Week Tonight, highlighted U.S. President Donald Trump’s $1.1 billion cut to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting on November 17, 2025.
He launched an auction, 'John Oliver’s Junk,' with 65 items to raise funds for local public broadcasters.
Proceeds will support local public broadcasters and fund a long-term solution such as a tax.
The effort underscores the importance of public media.