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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 15 MIN

Judge rules Trump order on public media funding 'unenforceable'

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A federal judge last week struck down a central part of President Trump’s executive order that targeted federal funding for public media. The District Court ruling said the order violated broadcasters' First Amendment rights.On Midday Edition Monday, we hear what the ruling means to the future of public media, and explore other trends across the media landscape.Guests:David Loy, legal director, First Amendment CoalitionDean Nelson, professor, Point Loma Nazarene University

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