In recent developments, former President Donald Trump has sparked outrage over government funding of media organizations, specifically targeting Politico. Trump claims that billions of dollars have been stolen at USAID and has accused Politico of receiving substantial government funds, asserting it to be a scandal. These allegations have led the White House to announce the cancellation of $8 million in subscriptions to Politico, following similar budget cuts instigated by Elon Musk. The controversy has attracted attention from Republican lawmakers, with calls for investigation into USAID payments to media outlets. Politico has publicly denounced these claims, stating that their government contracts were merely subscriptions, not subsidies or payoffs, and they have published clarifications to address the misleading narratives surrounding their funding. This situation highlights ongoing debates within the U.S. about government support for media organizations and the implications of perceived bias in reporting.