White House press secretary confirms that over $8 million in taxpayer dollars that went to subsidizing subscriptions to Politico will no longer be happening. The funding from USAID to media outlets, including Politico, is being canceled by the DOGE team.
Key Points
White House press secretary confirms cancellation of taxpayer funding for Politico subscriptions
USAID funding to media outlets, including Politico, is being canceled
DOGE team working on canceling payments
Emphasis on reviewing government expenses to ensure they serve the interests of the American people
Pros
Transparency in government spending
Meticulous review of federal government expenses
Cons
Potential impact on Politico's financial stability