Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has announced plans to scrutinize federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR) as part of a broader effort to reduce government spending. Appointed to lead a new House subcommittee under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Greene aims to address what she describes as “wasteful” expenditures.
In a recent interview, Greene stated, “We’ll be looking at everything from government-funded media programs like NPR that spread nothing but Democrat propaganda.” She also mentioned plans to examine various grant programs and the Pentagon’s financial management.
The DOGE initiative, conceptualized by tech entrepreneur Elon Musk and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, focuses on streamlining federal operations. Greene’s subcommittee will collaborate with DOGE to implement cost-cutting measures across multiple government sectors.
NPR, which receives a portion of its funding from federal sources, has faced criticism from some conservatives who argue that it exhibits a liberal bias. Greene’s proposal to reduce or eliminate NPR’s funding reflects ongoing debates about the role of public broadcasting and government expenditure.
This development signals a potential shift in funding priorities and raises questions about the future of publicly funded media in the United States.
Watch her remarks below
WATCH: @mtgreenee says that @DOGE will look into defunding NPR and other waste. pic.twitter.com/xHKVICyu7i
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