Controversy over Voice of America's Alignment with OAN
Senior Trump adviser Kari Lake announced that Voice of America will use news reports from far-right network OAN, leading to backlash from agency and network veterans. Critics argue that the move goes against VOA's history of independent journalism and non-partisanship. Lake has put most VOA employees on indefinite leave and has faced lawsuits for violating free press protections.
Key Points
- Senior Trump adviser Kari Lake announced VOA will use news reports from OAN
- VOA employees put on indefinite leave are suing to be restored to their jobs
- Critics argue the move undermines VOA's mission and non-partisanship
Cons
- Undermines VOA's history of independent journalism
- Potential violation of free press protections
- Backlash from agency and network veterans