The Trump administration has initiated a significant restructuring of government-funded media outlets, including the Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). This move has drawn widespread criticism from media advocates and international observers, with concerns that the cuts will allow for increased anti-American propaganda and weaken pro-democracy voices globally. Several employees from these agencies have been placed on leave, and operations have halted for numerous broadcasts, raising alarms about the impact on free speech and information access in repressive regimes. Chinese state media has celebrated the dismantling, highlighting a perceived victory over U.S. media influence. Critics warn that these actions pave the way for autocratic narratives to dominate in affected regions, as Trump’s executive orders cut funding and reshape the mission of key agencies responsible for global news dissemination.