Backlash and Fear of Shutdown at U.S.-Funded International Networks

Kari Lake, Trump's pick for Voice of America, is facing backlash and fear of shutdown due to Elon Musk's call to defund the agency. Musk's influence is causing job cuts and program slashes at U.S.-funded international networks like Radio Free Europe and Radio Free Asia. Lake, a former TV anchor, is set to lead the agency pending Senate confirmation. Musk's push aligns with his DOGE initiative and desire for a full shutdown of the networks.

Closure of Radio Free Asia in Hong Kong and U.S. Visa Bans

Radio Free Asia is closing its Hong Kong operation due to safety concerns after the enactment of Article 23, a new national security law in Hong Kong. The U.S. State Department is imposing visa bans on some Hong Kong officials in response to the crackdown on freedoms in the territory.

Radio Free Asia closing Hong Kong bureau due to Article 23 law

Radio Free Asia is closing its bureau in Hong Kong due to concerns about staff safety following the enactment of the local national security law known as Article 23. The law imposes harsh penalties for crimes related to national security, leading to a decline in press freedom in Hong Kong.

Closure of Radio Free Asia's Hong Kong bureau due to national security law concerns

The president of U.S.-funded Radio Free Asia announced the closure of its Hong Kong bureau due to safety concerns under a new national security law, raising worries about media freedom in the city.