Voice of America Is Dead—Trump Just Gave Dictators Exactly What They Wanted

VOA costs Americans less than a penny a day—to fund an institution that broadcasts truth into authoritarian regimes, counters global propaganda, and promotes democracy around the world

Introduction

The decision to shut down Voice of America (VOA) and other U.S.-funded international media outlets is more than just another reckless move by Donald Trump—it’s an all-out assault on the very idea that truth and democracy should be defended beyond America’s borders. For over 80 years, VOA has been a lifeline for people living under oppressive…