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NPR Sues Trump Over First Amendment Funding Cut

Somto NwanoluebySomto Nwanolue
May 27, 2025
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National Public Radio (NPR) and three Colorado-based public radio stations filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against President Donald Trump’s administration, alleging his recent executive order cutting public broadcasting funds violates constitutional free speech protections.

This legal action targets Trump’s order earlier this month that barred NPR and PBS from using congressionally appropriated funds, which NPR CEO Katherine Maher characterized as “viewpoint-based discrimination” targeting disfavored news coverage.

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Colorado Stations Join Legal Fight Against White House

Aspen Public Radio, Colorado Public Radio, and KSUT Public Radio joined NPR’s lawsuit as plaintiffs, amplifying the challenge from local broadcasters who rely on federal support.

NPR Sues Trump Over First Amendment Funding Cut

The complaint filed in U.S. District Court argues the administration’s action constitutes illegal retaliation against protected First Amendment activity, noting Trump’s public criticisms of NPR’s journalism. There are opinions that suggest the case may hinge on proving the order was content-motivated rather than a routine budget decision.

This lawsuit makes it an unprecedented confrontation between America’s public broadcasting system and the executive branch, testing the boundaries of presidential authority over congressionally approved budgets.

NPR’s legal team contends the funding restriction—which affects stations serving rural communities particularly—creates a dangerous precedent of punishing media outlets for critical reporting. The White House hadn’t responded to requests for comment at publication time, though administration officials previously framed the cuts as fiscal responsibility measures.

What This Means for Press Freedom

Media law scholars warn the case could establish critical safeguards—or dangerous loopholes—regarding government interference with news organizations. The litigation comes as Trump continues attacking various media entities, having previously threatened to “defund” public broadcasting over perceived bias.

Public radio stations nationwide are monitoring the case closely, as almost 1,000 local affiliates depend on federal funding through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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