⚖️ Journalists’ unions and their representatives filed a lawsuit in federal court in New York, arguing that the decision to close agencies such as “Voice of America,” “Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty,” and “Radio Free Asia” violates the First Amendment right to freedom of speech guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.
Source: PRYAMYI
🌍 International organizations, including “Reporters Without Borders,” joined the lawsuit, warning of the threat to journalists and press freedom. They believe that these actions could worsen the situation in countries where authoritarian regimes are strengthening due to the lack of independent media.
📉 The decision was made by the U.S. Agency for Global Media due to federal budget cuts. The plaintiffs are demanding the restoration of funding and access to objective information worldwide.
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