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Judge Rules Kari Lake's Appointment Invalid, Plans Appeal

3/8/2026

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A federal judge ruled that Kari Lake lacked the legal authority to run the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
The ruling invalidated her actions from July 31 to November 19, including workforce reductions.
U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth said Lake's appointment bypassed Senate confirmation.
Lake plans to appeal the ruling.
The lawsuit reflects ongoing concerns about leadership decisions affecting the agency's operations and editorial independence.

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A federal judge ruled that Kari Lake lacked the legal authority to run the U.S. Agency for Global Media.
The ruling invalidated her actions from July 31 to November 19, including workforce reductions.
U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth said Lake's appointment bypassed Senate confirmation.
Lake plans to appeal the ruling.
The lawsuit reflects ongoing concerns about leadership decisions affecting the agency's operations and editorial independence.