Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty sues Trump administration over canceled contract

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, a government-funded broadcaster, has been put on leave by the Trump administration as it froze funding to them. The network has sued the administration to block the termination of federal funds, arguing that it violates the Constitution and federal laws. The network serves foreign lands without a free press and aims to present news and information to millions of people across multiple countries. The lawsuit challenges the government’s refusal to abide by Congress’s allocation of funds and argues that providing coverage is legally required. Former officials believe the network had no choice but to sue as the administration seeks to limit its activities.

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