In a significant political moment, the U.S. Senate early Thursday morning gave the green light to President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to slash billions of dollars in funding for foreign aid and public broadcasting.
The decision marks another strong show of support from Congress for Trump’s agenda, revealing how firmly the president continues to shape national policy with minimal resistance from lawmakers—many of whom have fallen in line with the White House’s priorities.
The cuts will have widespread implications, especially for communities around the world that rely on U.S. foreign aid for humanitarian support, and for Americans who depend on public broadcasting for educational and cultural programming. These services, long considered essential by many across the political spectrum, now face an uncertain future.
While supporters of the cuts argue that the government must prioritize domestic spending and reduce federal deficits, critics worry that such moves could damage America’s global image and weaken public access to unbiased news and information at home.
Trump’s continued influence over Congress demonstrates a clear political shift, where executive decisions are increasingly passing through legislative checkpoints with ease, reshaping not only policy but the balance of power itself.
As the dust settles on this decision, the bigger question looms: what will be the long-term cost of cutting back on America’s voice abroad and its voice at home?
