In a significant move, Congress has approved cuts exceeding $1 billion from public media outlets such as NPR and PBS, including foreign aid. The measure is part of a broader $9 billion spending cuts package led by the Trump administration. Public broadcasters are voicing concerns about the devastating impact these cuts will have on local media services and essential programming. Many stations are now bracing for job losses and potential layoffs, with some leaders warning that this could endanger life-saving broadcasts, especially in rural areas. As Congress rolls back financial support, the public media sector is searching for alternative funding sources to cope with these unprecedented challenges.