Senate Republicans are pushing to pass President Trump’s request to cut $9.4 billion from public media and foreign aid spending, facing opposition from Senate Democrats who need some GOP support. The proposed cuts include nearly $1.1 billion from public broadcasting and significant reductions in foreign aid programs aimed at combating disease and supporting humanitarian efforts.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Senate Republicans are trying to cut $9.4 billion from public media and foreign aid spending, but Democrats are opposing it and need some Republicans to help stop the cuts before a deadline.
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